Assessment

Ponder & Co.'s philosophy is to ensure that you make a sound decision, finding the financial product and pricing that suit your needs:

Define Goals	Articulate the client's goals to focus the process on the important outcomes
Education	Create a clear understanding of the structure and components of a sound financial strategy
Risk Analysis	Expert risk analysis provides understanding of the types of risk: Compare risks across structures - traditional and synthetic Quantify risk, translating it into cash flow and present value dollars Given the price of risk, a decision can be made on whether to be paid to assume risk or pay to avoid it
Suitability	Determine if the structure is suitable given the client's financial condition and risk profile
Market Timing	Establish specific targets for executing the transaction and adhere to those targets
Success	A successful derivatives plan includes: Appropriate Swap Structure Effective Documentation - legal and credit terms Fair Pricing

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