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Alternative Investment Fund Reference Manual

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Guiding Financial-Statement Preparation

The Fourth Annual Financial Statements Reference Manual was created solely to assist in financial-statement preparation in the wake of the latest National Exam Priorities. This manual reflects our exceptional expertise and commitment to ensure uniform industry reporting as well as transparency.

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What’s Inside?

This is an exciting time for the alternative investment community, from a record number of funds in which to invest to “watchful waiting” when it comes to the SEC’s next move in terms of rulemaking and enforcement strategies. One thing remains certain: when it comes to investor satisfaction and capital inflow, alternative investments rank at the head of the class.

With so many recent and anticipated changes on the horizon, managers must keep pace with the latest financial reporting standards, industry trends and hot-button topics – all in the name of running a successful investment vehicle.

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