Top 5 Questions of Going Independent

1. Will I be able to provide my clients with the best products and services?

• Absolutely. National Securities provides its registered representatives with access to a
wide range of products and services necessary to service all their client’s investment needs.

• Access to high quality products and services is dramatically enhanced through our
relationship with National Financial Services LLC, Member NYSE/SIPC, a Fidelity Investments ® company.

• The advancements in technology enable our independent financial advisors to easily
access all the resources and tools they need to service their clients.

• The Company’s focus is on servicing and supporting you so that you can focus your efforts on working with your clients.

• The Firm will not pressure you to push proprietary products on your clients.

2. When I change firms will my clients transfer with me?

• You have spent years developing solid relationships with your clients. The trust you have built with your clients will enable you to transfer a significant portion of your clients.

• There are approximately 100,000 independent contractor representatives in the United
States and the number continues to grow. Clients have become accustomed to working
closely with financial representatives that operate in this capacity.

• Once your clients understand that you have joined National Securities to increase your
operating freedom and flexibility and expand the range of products and services you can
offer them, they will be comfortable making the transition.

3. Can I afford to cover the expenses associated with my business?

• You may be paying for many expenses now through your low payout.

• The higher payout you will receive at National Securities should enable you to cover the
costs of your business. In fact, you may increase your net payout by managing your
business as you see fit rather than by relying on your firm to do it for you.

4. Will not being associated with a big name hurt me?

• No. Your clients rely on you and your advice not that of your firm.

• Given the exposed conflicts of selling proprietary products at large firms, your clients will feel comfortable knowing that you have the freedom to choose which products are right for them not which are right for the firm.

5. Will I have enough support from National Securities?

• National Securities is committed to supporting you. The rep is our customer.

• At National Securities, everyone operates under the banner that “The broker is our customer.” Our full operations, accounting, transition and compliance staff exist to help you run your business.

• The Company’s executive management is always available to speak with you to
ensure you are supported in every way possible.