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PERA CONTRIBUTION AND INVESTMENT INSTRUCTION FORM

Name:________________________________________________

PERA Account No: ______________________________ BPI Settlement Account No:______________________

Date: ____________

Employment Status: Employed Self-employed Overseas Filipino Others Type of Contribution

Change of PERA Investment Product Please divest my PERA Investment Product, _________________________________with _________________________________ and invest the entire proceeds in another PERA Investment Product stated below: ____________________________________

New / Additional contribution (Gross of fees) Employee contribution – Php______________ Employer contribution –Php ______________ Note: Amount of Contribution includes the applicable Administrator Fee and Custodian Fees

Regular contribution Employee contribution – Php _______ Employer contribution – Php _______

Frequency: Annual Semi-annual Quarterly Monthly

Start Date: ________________ End Date: ________________

Mode of Contribution A. Debit my Deposit Account B. Cash C. Check Bank: ________________________ Check No: ____________________

Investment Instruction: This is to instruct BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (AMTC) as PERA Administrator to invest my PERA contribution into: Product: _________________________ Issuer/ Provider: _________________ Rate: __________________________ Maturity Date: _________________ Amount (net of fees): ___________________ Term: _________________ Collateral, if any : ______________________ Price Ceiling*: _________________ *For Bonds/ Equities

TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. The contribution amount including the amount to be collected as Administrator Fee and Custodian Fees shall be deducted from my

payroll/ settlement account. 2. My contribution will be processed subject to the availability of sufficient balance in my payroll/ settlement account. 3. Contribution orders received after the cut-off time (Manila time – GMT +8) of the particular PERA investment product are considered

orders for the next banking day. 4. This transaction shall be subject to all the stipulations contained in the PERA Administration Agreement.

PERA DISCLOSURE PERA refers to the voluntary retirement account comprised of personal savings and investments established by and for the exclusive use and benefit of an individual. It seeks to promote the value of saving among Filipinos by allowing an individual to allocate fraction of his income for his retirement fund. The distribution of PERA assets shall take place only on the following conditions subject to submission of the appropriate documents when appropriate; otherwise a pre-termination penalty shall be imposed:

a. After the Contributor reaches the age of fifty-five (55) and has made qualified PERA contributions for at least five (5) years; b. In case of death of the Contributor; c. When the Contributor became permanently disabled; or d. When the Contributor has accident or illness-related hospitalization.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT Filling-out this document and affixing my signature constitute my written and formal consent as required by Republic Act 10173 (Data Privacy Act). By signing below, I acknowledge that the rates/ prices stated above are indicative only and may change depending on the actual execution of my investment instruction. Further, by signing below, I hereby certify and attest to the fact that all information represented herein and given by me are true and correct. Any change in the foregoing information shall be promptly communicated to BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (BPI AMTC) as PERA Administrator. BPI AMTC shall be held free and harmless from any misrepresentation of information herein that may subject it to any legal or regulatory citation, sanction, or penalty. I hereby authorize BPI AMTC to verify and investigate any and all information given by me as it may deem appropriate.

Contributor’s Name : _________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________________________________

Investment Manager, if applicable: __________________________________ Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________________________

FOR ADMINISTRATOR’S USE ONLY Confirmed by: ____________________________________________ ______________________ PERA Administrator (PERA Accredited Personnel) Date

THIS IS NOT A DEPOSIT PRODUCT. EARNINGS ARE NOT ASSURED AND PRINCIPAL AMOUNT INVESTED IS EXPOSED TO RISK OF LOSS. THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE SOLD TO YOU UNLESS ITS BENEFITS AND RISKS HAVE BEEN THOROUGHLY EXPLAINED. IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT PURCHASE OR INVEST IN IT.

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PERA CLIENT SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT This PERA Client Suitability Assessment (CSA) is being conducted to help the PERA Administrator establish the understanding of the PERA Contributor to the risks associated with the latter's investment. The result of this CSA will determine the risk profile of the PERA Contributor and his/her appropriate general investment approach, based on the Contributor's financial condition, investment experience, and investment objective/s.

Name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name) Birthdate: Please choose only one answer: 1. What is your monthly gross income / allowance? (a) PHP 25,000 and below (b) PHP 25,001 to PHP 50,000 (c) PHP 50,001 to PHP 75,000 (d) Over PHP 75,000

2. You want investments that primarily give: (a) Safety of principal, returns are only secondary (b) Steady stream of interest income, capital appreciation is only secondary (c) Balance between regular interest income and capital appreciation (d) Significant capital appreciation, regular interest income is only secondary

3. How would you rate yourself as an investor? (a) No experience – Excess funds are mainly parked in bank savings accounts. (b) Little experience – Has exposure to term deposits, money market placements and money market funds; Much of

investments are in fixed-income low-risk instruments. (c) Fairly experienced – Investments are a combination of stocks and fixed income, including corporate bonds and

government securities, as well as equity and bond funds. High-risk investments still account for a small portion of the investment portfolio.

(d) Very experienced – Has a diversified investment portfolio which includes investment products which provide considerably high return on capital but may involve volatility of returns and higher possibility of loss of investment. These include stocks and foreign currency denominated instruments.

4. What is your risk tolerance? If I have a principal amount of PHP 100,000, I am willing to take: (a) Very minimal risks in exchange for minimal returns. What is important is that my principal remains intact. (b) Additional risks to potentially increase the value of my principal to PHP 110,000 but I can only accept a decrease in

value of principal down to PHP 90,000. (c) More risks to potentially increase the value of my principal to PHP 120,000 but I can only accept a decrease in value of

principal down to PHP 80,000. (d) Additional risks and a high degree of volatility in exchange for the potential to increase my principal to more than PHP

120,000. I am not concerned if the principal value of my investment goes below PHP 80,000 5. Which among the following financial instruments do you have knowledge of OR have basic awareness of? (choose only one) (a) Savings/time deposits only (b) Savings/time deposits, and Government Securities (c) Savings/time deposits, Government Securities, and Corporate Notes and Bonds (d) Savings/time deposits, Government Securities, Corporate Notes and Bonds, and Equities

6. Which among the following financial instruments are you currently invested in or had actual experience in terms of investments? (choose only one) (a) Savings/time deposits only (b) Savings/time deposits, and Government Securities (c) Savings/time deposits, Government Securities, and Corporate Notes and Bonds (d) Savings/time deposits, Government Securities, Corporate Notes and Bonds, and Equities

7. What is your current age: (a) 55 years old and above (b) 43 to 54 years old (c) 31 to 42 years old (d) 18 to 30 years old

Risk Rating (To be accomplished by the PERA Administrator (PERA Accredited Personnel)

Answer No. of Answers

x Points = Total Score per Answer

(a) 5 (b) 10 (c) 15 (d) 20

Total Score

Type Score General Investment Approach Conservative Up to 70 points Bank Deposits, Money Market placements and funds, Short-term Gov't Securities

Moderate 71 to 105 points Long-term Gov't securities, Corporate Bonds and Notes, Bond Funds Aggressive 106 points and above Stocks/Equities, Balanced Funds, Equity Funds

I fully understand that PERA Investment is long term and shall be distributed only upon retirement (55 years of age with at least 5 years of contribution). _______________________________________ _____________________ Signature over Printed Name of CONTRIBUTOR Date Assessed by: _____________________________________________ _____________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA ADMINISTRATOR Date (PERA Accredited Personnel)



INVESTMENT POLICY STATEMENT for PERA

The IPS is a clear reference frame for investment decisions and must be based on the investment objectives and risk tolerance of the Contributor. The purpose of this Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is to assist the Contributor in effectively monitoring and evaluating the PERA Assets and its performance. The Contributor's investment program is defined in the various sections of this IPS.

ACCOUNT NAME: ______________________________________________ TRUST ACCOUNT NO.: ______________________________________________ ORIGINAL RISK PROFILE: ______________________________________________ (per attached CSA) NEW/RECLASSIFIED RISK PROFILE: ______________________________________________ (per attached Waiver, as applicable) INVESTMENT HORIZON: ______________________________________________ (RECLASSIFIED, if applicable) INVESTMENT OBJECTIVE: ______________________________________________ (RECLASSIFIED, if applicable) INVESTMENT STRATEGY General Investment principles require that a PERA Contributor should only consider investment products that match his/her risk profile. A letter of Instruction, specifying the amount, name of investment product, the type of investment, its risk category and custodian is required from a PERA Contributor before the PERA Administrator can process the investment desired. Considering the Contributor’s above indicated RISK PROFILE, his PERA contributions may be invested in the following investment products which should be PERA-eligible, to wit:

PERA Investment Product Risk Classification % to Total Benchmark A. Unit of Unit Investment Trust Fund B. Share of Stock of Mutual Fund C. Annuity Contract D. Insurance Pension Product E. Pre-need Pension Plan F. Government Securities G. Share of Stock H. Exchange-traded Bond I. Others (specify)

INVESTMENT GUIDELINES The investments of the PERA shall be denominated in Philippine Pesos/ _______________ (indicate currency). The PERA Administrator may invest and reinvest the principal and income of the PERA in other PERA Investment Products only upon prior instruction of the Contributor or his Investment Manager (Advisor). It is understood that by signing this Investment Policy Statement (IPS), the PERA Administrator has disclosed and explained to the Contributor the General Disclosures pertinent to PERA, the Specific Risk Disclosures on Investments and the transaction procedural flow and expenses of the investment transaction. REPORTING AND INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE REVIEW The CONTRIBUTOR shall be provided with regular reports/ statements of the PERA and their activities on a quarterly basis by way of mail or electronic access. Such reports shall include a Schedule of Outstanding PERA Assets with corresponding return on investments (ROI) which shall be the basis for the CONTRIBUTOR’s evaluation of the investment performance of his/her PERA. The PERA Administrator or the Contributor’s Investment Manager (Advisor), if any, shall conduct a regular accounts review, consistent with the requirements of regulation. On the other hand, the Contributor and the PERA Administrator shall review this Investment Policy Statement once every three years or as deemed necessary to assure the continued accuracy and relevance of investment objectives and guidelines. However, this IPS may be modified from time to time to reflect changes deemed necessary. ADOPTION OF INVESTMENT POLICY STATEMENT Prepared by: ______________________________________________ Date: __________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA ADMINISTRATOR (PERA Accredited Personnel) Approved by: _______________________________________ Date: __________________ Signature over printed name of CONTRIBUTOR



PRE-ACCEPTANCE AND GENERAL RISK DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Nature of PERA PERA is a voluntary retirement account for your exclusive use and benefit. As a Contributor, you can open a maximum of five (5) PERA at any one time provided that you shall designate and maintain only one Administrator for all your PERA. Each PERA, however, shall be confined in one category of investment product. You shall make all investment decisions concerning your PERA unless you choose to appoint an Investment Manager (Advisor), in writing or in electronic form, to make investment decisions on your behalf without prior consultation. The maximum amount of annual contributions entitled to a five (5) percent tax credit shall be Php100,000.00 or its equivalent in any convertible foreign currency at the prevailing rate at the time we receive your contribution. If you are/become an Overseas Filipino, your maximum annual contributions shall be Php200,000.00 or its equivalent as earlier mentioned. All income earned from investments and reinvestments of contributions to your PERA are tax-exempt. Upon attaining the age of 55 years and provided that you have made contributions to your PERA for at least five (5) years, you may opt to terminate your PERA without any income tax liability or to continue with your PERA and enjoy the corresponding tax privileges. If you opted to terminate your PERA, you have the further option to receive your PERA assets in lump sum or pension. In the event of your demise, your PERA shall automatically terminate and the PERA assets shall be released to your designated beneficiaries. If you fail to designate beneficiaries, the PERA assets shall be paid to your estate in accordance with the laws on succession and Rules of Court. However, they shall not form part of your estate subject to estate tax. Notwithstanding the two preceding paragraphs, you can also terminate or withdraw from your PERA without an Early Withdrawal Penalty under the following circumstances: (a) When you had an accident or illness-related hospitalization in excess of 30 days, provided that there is a notarized doctor’s

certificate attesting to said event; or (b) When you become permanently totally disabled as defined under the Employees Compensation Law, Social Security Law or

Government Service Insurance System Law, provided that there is a certification from the pertinent government agency. In addition, the immediate transfer of PERA assets to another eligible Investment Product and/or another Administrator, who have been disaccredited either by the BIR or the BSP, within two (2) working days from withdrawal thereof, shall not be imposed an Early Withdrawal Penalty. As a Contributor, you have the right to choose an Administrator, Investment Manager (Advisor) and Cash/Securities Custodian of your PERA. The specific obligations, duties and responsibilities can be found in the respective agreements that you will execute with the concerned party/ies. Category and Classification of PERA Investment Products and the Associated Risks PERA Investment Products have different categories and classifications with varying risks. By selecting these investment products, you have decided to assume some risks in exchange for a given return over a certain period of time. As PERA Administrator, we would like to ensure that you understand these particular risks you are taking. Different investments carry different degrees of risk and before you invest, it is important that you:

• Read and understand this General Risk Disclosure Statement completely; • Fully understand the nature of the investment and the extent of your exposure to risks; • Read and understand the Specific Risk Disclosure Statement provided by the chosen PERA Product Provider; and • Independently determine that the investment in the PERA Investment Product is appropriate for you.

The PERA Investment Product that you select may belong to one or more general categories of investments. Each class exposes your money to different risks and the return you earn over the long term usually reflects the kind of risks you take. Listed below are the different general risks for each category of PERA Investment Product:

CATEGORY OF PERA INVESTMENT PRODUCT GENERAL RISKS

Unit Investment Trust Funds Interest Rate Risk, Market/Price Risk, Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Reinvestment Risk, Foreign Exchange Risk, Country Risk

Mutual Funds Interest Rate Risk, Market/Price Risk, Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Reinvestment Risk, Foreign Exchange Risk, Country Risk

Annuity Contracts Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Business Risk

Insurance Pension Product Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Business Risk

Pre-need Pension Plan Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Business Risk

Government Securities Interest Rate Risk, Market/Price Risk, Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Reinvestment Risk, Foreign Exchange Risk, Country Risk, Inflation Risk

Listed Stock Market/Price Risk, Liquidity Risk, Reinvestment Risk, Business Risk, Inflation Risk, Country Risk

Exchange Traded Bonds Interest Rate Risk, Market/Price Risk, Liquidity Risk, Credit/Default Risk, Reinvestment Risk, Foreign Exchange Risk, Country Risk, Inflation Risk, Business Risk



Others Other types of PERA Investment Products not listed here may also be subject to the same types of risks as enumerated in this document. The Contributor must ensure that he reads and understands the Specific Risk Disclosure of the chosen PERA investment products.

Risk of the underlying investments of your chosen PERA Investment Products are:

INVESTMENT RISK GOVERNMENT

SECURITIES CORPORATE

NOTES, BONDS &

PREFERRED STOCKS

COMMON STOCKS

INTEREST RATE RISK

The value of fixed-income investments such as notes and bonds generally fall when interest rates rise. The potential for loss is typically greater for securities that have a longer term to maturity, have a longer duration or have a lower yield or coupon rate. Of course, the reverse is also true: Bond prices go up when interest rate go down. Most day-to-day price changes in bonds are caused by the constant movement of interest rates. Stocks can also suffer during periods of volatile interest rate movements.

REINVESTMENT RISK

This is the risk that you will reinvest your interest earnings or the proceeds from the sale or maturity of your bond at a rate that is lower than your original investment, thus reducing your periodic income. For example, you could decide to sell a bond that has risen in value because interest rates have fallen. However, you might have to reinvest at the lower current interest rate which earns you less interest moving forward.

CREDIT/ DEFAULT RISK

Bonds represent a loan that you have made to the issuer of the bond. The credit worthiness of the issuer is the relative ability of the issuer to pay your interest and principal on time. This creditworthiness can change during the life of your bond. Credit ratings are often used to gauge a bond issuer’s ability to repay their obligations. Remember that issuers with higher credit risk typically pay higher interest rate to compensate you for taking additional risk. Bonds that are perceived to have a higher risk of default would have to pay higher yields to make up for that risk.

BUSINESS RISK

While bondholders can reasonably expect to get paid interest and principal regardless of a corporation’s business results, stockholders as fractional owners of corporations share in the fortunes of the business. The rise and fall of stock prices often reflect the market’s perception of the prospects of corporations and their management to reward stockholders for taking these risks that are unique to each business.

COUNTRY RISK

Securities can be affected by the political, economic and social structures within the countries of their issuers. These include, among others, possible internal and external conflicts, currency devaluations, foreign ownership limitations, trading costs and tax increases. Some corporations enjoy significant revenue from different countries, mitigating this risk to some degree.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE RISK

Closely related to country risk, foreign exchange risk exists when you invest in securities that are denominated in a currency that is different from the one you spend. For example, earnings of your USD-denominated bond could be reduced or even negated by an appreciation of the Philippine Peso vis-à-vis the US Dollar.

MARKET/ PRICE RISK

You can reduce many risks such as business risk and country risk by diversifying the kinds of businesses you invest in. Factors like interest rates, legislation, foreign exchange and taxes will affect different business in different ways. But there are market factors affecting all securities that cannot be controlled by diversification. The markets and the sentiment of investors as a whole is unpredictable. Market downturns can come swiftly and last a long time.

INFLATION RISK

Affecting all investments, inflation reduces the purchasing power of your money. You want the value of your investments to keep pace or exceed the rate by which the prices of goods and services go up. Historically, inflation risk is greatest for short-term guaranteed securities like time deposits and treasury bills.

LIQUIDITY RISK

Efficient markets are characterized by multiple buyers and sellers. Liquidity is a measure of how easy it is for a security to be converted into cash. A liquid security is widely held and is frequently traded by many buyers and sellers every day. The differences between its sellers’ prices and its buyers’ prices tend to be quite small. An illiquid security is less often traded; you may be unable to sell it in a timely manner or find a buyer who is willing to pay the price you feel is reasonable.

Legend: - low level of risk - medium level of risk - high level of risk



In addition to these risks, you should be fully aware of the costs of your investment. Buying securities individually or investing through mutual funds, unit investment trust funds or variable universal life contracts involve different costs, fees and commissions. Some investments may also involve potential conflicts of interest among issuers, underwriters, sellers, agents and trustees. You have the right to full disclosure of this information. Investment returns should compensate investors for: a) the expected inflation rate; b) the time value of money for your investment horizon; and c) the risks that are listed above. While these risks generally work in your favor over the long term, they can also affect the value of your investments negatively. Sometimes these negative effects can happen suddenly and last a long time. It may not be possible to achieve a full understanding of all risks in investing but we encourage you to keep fully aware of your investments, ask questions and seek counsel from qualified advisers on legal, tax and general investment matters. I have completely read and fully understood this Pre-Acceptance and General Risk Disclosure Statement and the same was clearly explained to me by the undersigned PERA Administrator, before I affixed my signature herein. I hereby voluntarily and willingly agree to comply with any and all laws, regulations, the rules, terms and conditions governing my opening of PERA with BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (BPI AMTC).

_______________________________________ _________________ Signature over Printed Name of CONTRIBUTOR Date

I acknowledge that I have (1) advised the client to read this Pre-Acceptance and General Risk Disclosure Statement, (2) encouraged the client to ask questions on matters contained in this Pre-Acceptance and General Risk Disclosure Statement, and (3) fully explained the same to the client.

_____________________________________________ _________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA ADMINISTRATOR Date (PERA Accredited Personnel)



PERSONAL EQUITY AND RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (PERA)

APPLICATION FORM BPI Customer Number ____________________ BPI Settlement Account Number - -

PERA Number ___________________________ Tax Identification Number - - 1. Account Information First Name Middle Name Last Name Present Address Telephone Number Mobile Number Email Address Permanent Address Telephone Number Mobile Number Email Address Mailing Address Birthdate (MM/DD/YY) Place of Birth Nationality Civil Status Gender SSS Number/GSIS Number Contributor Type Employed Self-Employed OthersOverseas Filipino Occupation Employer / Business Name Nature of Business Employer/ Business Address 2. Spouse / Child Information Spouse (First, Middle, Last) Present Address Permanent Address Occupation Employer Name Employer Address Telephone Number Mobile Number Email Address Child’s Name (First, Middle, Last) Present Address Permanent Address Occupation Employer Name Employer Address Telephone Number Mobile Number Email Address 3. PERA Funding Information Check one only: Contribution Transfer Contribution (from another PERA Administrator) With Employer Contribution Identify previous Administrator ________________ Reason for Transfer _________________________ Date of Notice of Revocation __________________

Source of Funds: 4. Manner of Distribution of PERA Proceeds Lumpsum withdrawal (Contributor directs when he shall receive the proceeds)

• Lumpsum on year ___________ Definite pension (monthly pensions for a maximum period of 10 years starting the age 55 of the Contributor)

• Definite monthly pension starting on year __________ for the amount of ____________ *Distribution of retirement proceeds shall be in accordance with the provisions of the PERA Law and its Implementing Rules and Regulations. 5. Account Beneficiary Instructions Primary: (Primary beneficiaries receive your account proceeds upon your death.) (1) Name____________________________________________ (3) Name_______________________________________________

Relationship_______________________________________ Relationship_________________________________________ Present Address ___________________________________ Present Address______________________________________ Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)______________________________ Birthdate(MM/DD/YY)_________________________________ Place of Birth______________________________________ Place of Birth________________________________________ Nature of Work____________________________________ Nature of Work______________________________________ Source of Funds____________________________________ Source of Funds______________________________________ Share (%)_________________________________________ Share (%)___________________________________________ (2) Name____________________________________________ e______________________________________________

Relationship_______________________________________ Relationship _________________________________________ Present Address ___________________________________ Present Address______________________________________ Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)______________________________ Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)________________________________ Place of Birth______________________________________ Place of Birth_____________________________________________ Nature of Work____________________________________ Nature of Work________________________________________ Source of Funds____________________________________ Source of Funds______________________________________ Share (%)_________________________________________ Share (%)___________________________________________



Contingent: (Contingent beneficiaries only receive the funds if there are no surviving primary beneficiaries). Name______________________________________________ Name_____________________________________________

Relationship_________________________________________ Relationship _______________________________________ Present Address _____________________________________ Present Address____________________________________ Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)________________________________ Birthdate (MM/DD/YY)______________________________ Place of Birth________________________________________ Place of Birth______________________________________ Nature of Work______________________________________ Nature of Work____________________________________ Source of Funds______________________________________ Source of Funds____________________________________ Share (%)___________________________________________ Share (%)_________________________________________ 6. Appointment / Identification of PERA Parties

With appointed Investment Manager

Identify Investment Manager________________________________________ Authorized Representative___________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________________ Telephone Number ________________ Email Address _____________________ Fax _____________

I intend to make my own investment decisions for my own PERA Account.

I appoint ________________________________________, as the Cash Custodian of my PERA Account. ________________________________________, as the Securities Custodian of my PERA Account.

7. Contributor’s Authorization I hereby give my consent for BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (BPI AMTC) as my PERA Administrator to 1) disclose my Name, PERA Account Number and Tax Identification Number (TIN) in accordance with existing and future laws and regulations that require or may require disclosure of the same; 2) enroll my account for online statements and dispense with printed statements if such service is available. I hereby expressly agree, consent, and authorize BPI AMTC and/or its agents, whether manually or via electronic channels, to process, obtain, collect, record, organize, store, update, modify, use, access, share and/or disclose, without need of prior notice to me any and all information relating to my PERA account in order to (a) facilitate, monitor, improve the quality of, or otherwise service my PERA account and such PERA products, services, facilities and/or channels availed by me, and (b) to comply with legal, regulatory or other obligations of BPI AMTC under applicable local or foreign laws, rules and regulations that impact BPI AMTC; such processing may be conducted for the duration, and even after the termination, of my availment of BPI AMTC's products, services, facilities and/or channels. Reference to BPI AMTC shall include, the Bank of the Philippine Islands ("BPI"), BPI's local or foreign branches, any member of the BPI Group of Companies, and its respective subsidiaries, affiliates or other related companies, whether organized in the Philippines or in other jurisdictions, and BPI AMTC's agents, representatives and outsourced service providers and their respective outsourced providers. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing express consent and authorization, I hereby grant BPI AMTC as my PERA Administrator full permission to process information pertaining to my PERA account as may be required under such other rules and regulations which may be issued by the government, including but not limited to the Anti Money Laundering Act, or other regulatory bodies of the Philippines or by other foreign jurisdictions.

I signify my interest in receiving invites to the marketing initiatives, campaigns and programs of BPI AMTC or any member of the BPI Group of Companies including those of its subsidiaries and affiliates. For this purpose, I hereby authorize BPI AMTC as my PERA Administrator to process, disclose and share my personal information to the marketing teams of BPI AMTC, members of the BPI Group of Companies and its subsidiaries and affiliates. I likewise agree to inform BPI AMTC of any changes relating to my personal information. CONTRIBUTOR’s Signature: ______________________________________ Date signed: ___________________

(Signature over Printed Full Name) For BPI Use: OF Non-OF If OF, documents presented: Additional documents for submission to avail of the benefits of OF: Overseas Employment Certificate issued by POEA For Legitimate Spouse - Marriage Certificate

Identification Certificate by the Bureau of Immigration* For Child/ Children - Birth Certificate Any official document showing proof of income Sworn Certification with consent of OF that Contributor is opening a PERA

in the foreign country

in behalf of OF and that OF has not opened a separate PERA account

*Only for individuals who have reacquired his/her Philippine citizenship under RA No. 9225

Signature verified by: Received by: Signature over Printed Name Branch: Date:

THIS IS NOT A DEPOSIT PRODUCT. EARNINGS ARE NOT ASSURED AND PRINCIPAL AMOUNT INVESTED IS EXPOSED TO RISK OF LOSS. THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE SOLD TO YOU UNLESS ITS BENEFITS AND RISKS HAVE BEEN THOROUGHLY EXPLAINED. IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT PURCHASE OR INVEST IN IT.



PERA ADMINISTRATION AGREEMENT

The undersigned ___________________________________________________, who is of legal age, Filipino citizen, hereinafter the CONTRIBUTOR, with full legal capacity intends to establish a Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) in accordance with the Personal Equity and Retirement Account (PERA) Act of 2008 (PERA Act) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (PERA Rules), under the terms and conditions herein stated and hereby appoints BPI, through its Asset Management and Trust Corporation (BPI AMTC) as its ADMINISTRATOR. Certain capitalized terms herein used shall have the definitions ascribed to them in the PERA Rules unless the context otherwise requires.

1. Delivery of the Fund – Upon execution of this Agreement, the CONTRIBUTOR, shall deliver to the ADMINISTRATOR the initial sum consisting of PESOS: ___________________________________________________________________________ (Php ___________________________). At any time hereafter and from time to time at the discretion of the CONTRIBUTOR, the latter may deliver additional funds to the ADMINISTRATOR which shall form part of the PERA ASSETS and shall be subject to the same terms and conditions of the Agreement.

2. Composition – The amount/s which the CONTRIBUTOR has delivered and will thereafter deliver to the ADMINISTRATOR, as well as such securities in which said sums are/will be invested, the proceeds, interest, dividends and income or profits realized from the administration, investment and reinvestment thereof, less payments and other charges, which at the time of reference shall have been made by the ADMINISTRATOR, shall constitute the administered funds and shall hereafter be designated and referred to as “PERA ASSETS”.

3. Nature of Agreement – THIS AGREEMENT IS VALIDLY ENTERED INTO BY THE PARTIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CONTRIBUTOR. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT COVERED BY THE PHILIPPINE DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (‘PDIC’) AND THAT ANY LOSS OR DEPRECIATION IN THE VALUE OF THE PERA ASSETS, IF ANY, RESULTING FROM THE INVESTMENTS OR REINVESTMENT MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PERA ACT AND PERA RULES SHALL BE FOR THE ACCOUNT OF THE CONTRIBUTOR, IF LIVING, OTHERWISE, HIS BENEFICIARIES.

4. Nature of PERA – PERA is a voluntary retirement account established by the CONTRIBUTOR for the purpose of saving for his retirement. The CONTRIBUTOR shall be entitled to the tax benefits on his PERA contributions provided he complied with the eligibility requirements and conditions set forth in the PERA Act and PERA Rules.

5. Functions of the Administrator – The ADMINISTRATOR shall perform the following as PERA Administrator:

a. Educate and inculcate financial literacy in the Contributor; b. Open the PERA in the name of the Contributor; c. Receive, record and deposit the cash contributions from the Contributor to a designated cash custodian for investment in

the PERA products; d. Implement the Contributor’s and/or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR)’s instructions on where to invest the PERA

funds; e. Ensure that PERA contributions are invested and reinvested in accordance with the written instruction of the

Contributor’s and/or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR)’s and the prudential guidelines set by the regulatory authorities);

f. Observe PERA contribution limits for tax purposes and enforce withdrawal limits; g. Report to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Contributor the contributions made to the PERA and the

withdrawals therefrom; h. Compute the values of investments in accordance with internationally accepted accounting and valuation standards, and

report the same to the Contributor, the BSP, and the BIR; i. Custodize the cash and securities comprising the PERA with the designated Custodian; j. Apply for BIR Income Tax Credit Certificates/Certificate of Entitlement on behalf of the Contributor; k. Ensure that appropriate taxes and penalties relative to PERA are paid to the Government; and l. Keep and consolidate records of all contributions, investments, earnings, expenses and withdrawals from the PERA and

the valuations of the PERA assets, and make regular reports thereon to the Contributor, BSP, and the BIR on a regular basis or upon their requests.

6. Powers of the Administrator - The ADMINISTRATOR is hereby conferred the following powers, to:

a. Invest or reinvest the PERA ASSETS in PERA Investment Products as directed by the CONTRIBUTOR and/or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR);

b. Dispose of PERA ASSETS to fund the CONTRIBUTOR’s withdrawals from the PERA subject to termination advice from the CONTRIBUTOR.

c. Deduct Early Withdrawal Penalty, if appropriate, from the proceeds due to the CONTRIBUTOR on the PERA Assets in accordance with BIR PERA Revenue Regulations (RR No. 17-2011);

d. Pay such taxes as may be due in respect of or on the account of the PERA excluding those that are enumerated under the list of exemptions under BIR PERA Revenue Regulations (RR No. 17-2011);

e. Instruct the designated cash custodian to pay all reasonable costs, charges and expenses, including custody fees and compensation of the ADMINISTRATOR for all services relative to the PERA;

f. Vote in person or by proxy on any stocks, bonds or other securities held by it as ADMINISTRATOR under this Agreement as instructed by the CONTRIBUTOR and/or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR);

g. Exercise in person or through an agent any option appurtenant to stocks, bonds or other securities held by it for the conversion thereof into other stocks, bonds or securities or to exercise any right to subscribe for additional stocks, bonds or other securities and to make any and all necessary payments therefore as instructed by the CONRIBUTOR and/or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR); and

h. Disclose any and all information in relation to the CONTRIBUTOR’s PERA which is required by third parties including but not limited to PERA Cash Custodian, PERA Securities Custodian and regulatory authorities to execute the instructions of the CONTRIBUTOR with regard to his PERA, and the efficient operation and administration of the Contributor’s PERA.



The CONTRIBUTOR’s rights under REPUBLIC ACT NO. 1405 AND SECTION 55 OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8791 are hereby expressly waived as a result.

7. Prior Written Investment Instruction - The Administrator shall secure from the Contributor a duly accomplished PERA Contribution Investment Instruction Form (PCIIF) for every contribution and/or every investment activity which shall contain the following minimum information:

a. The transaction to be entered into; b. The PERA Investment Product --- its issuer, product category and risk classification; c. Amount involved; and d. Collateral security(ies), if any.

8. Exemption from Liability – In the absence of fraud, bad faith, gross negligence or willful default on the part of the ADMINISTRATOR, the ADMINISTRATOR shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the PERA ASSETS arising out of or in connection with any act done or performed or caused to be done or performed by the ADMINISTRATOR pursuant to the terms and conditions herein agreed, to carry out the powers, duties and purposes for which this Agreement is executed. The ADMINISTRATOR shall not incur any liability whatsoever with respect to any action taken by it in good faith and upon reliance on any instruction, notice, direction or consent believed by it to be genuine and to have been sent or signed by the CONTRIBUTOR or his INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR).

The CONTRIBUTOR shall indemnify the ADMINISTRATOR for all losses, claims and liabilities that the latter may incur or suffer in connection with the Agreement, except when such losses, claims and liabilities are due to fraud, bad faith, gross negligence or willful default on the part of the ADMINISTRATOR.

Any action of the ADMINISTRATOR pursuant to any provision of this Agreement and all requests, directions, requisitions for money, certifications and instructions for disbursements of the PERA shall be documented by the Administrator and acknowledged by the CONTRIBUTOR.

The CONTRIBUTOR hereby warrants that the funds constituting and delivered to the PERA as well as other future funds to be delivered by the CONTRIBUTOR to the ADMINISTRATOR for the PERA are not in any manner derived from illegal activities, including drug trafficking, terrorism, organized crime, fraud and any other crimes.

9. Accounting and Reporting – The ADMINISTRATOR shall keep and maintain books of accounts and other accounting records as required by law. The CONTRIBUTOR shall have access to or may inspect such books of accounts and all other records relating to his PERA. The ADMINISTRATOR shall prepare and submit to the CONTRIBUTOR on a quarterly basis such reports, which may be in electronic form, in accordance with BSP and BIR regulations governing PERA, including:

a. Total contributions and withdrawals for each PERA, indicating therein the total amount of contributions entitled to tax incentives;

b. Total income earned on the contributions, indicating those entitled to income tax exemption; c. Total fees and charges assessed and paid by the Contributor to PERA Administrator, PERA Investment

Manager (Advisor), if any, PERA Cash and/or Securities Custodians; d. Purchase and sale transactions of PERA assets implemented and those pending execution; and e. Valuation of the PERA assets and investments.

Printed statements shall be provided upon request of the CONTRIBUTOR which may be subjected to fees.

10. Appointment of INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR) – The CONTRIBUTOR has the right to appoint an INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR) for his PERA. _________________________________________ has been appointed as INVESTMENT MANAGER (ADVISOR) for the CONTRIBUTOR’s PERA.

11. Appointment of Cash Custodian and Securities Custodian – The CONTRIBUTOR has the right to appoint a Cash Custodian and Securities Custodian for his PERA, both of which are separate and distinct entities unrelated to the ADMINISTRATOR. Provided, that for PERA investment products which are non-transferable, non-negotiable and non-withdrawable, the Contributor may be considered as a securities custodian under a self-custody arrangement. 12. PERA Client Suitability Assessment (PCSA) and Investment Policy Statement (IPS) – The accomplished PCSA and IPS shall be updated periodically or whenever updates are necessary, upon notice to the Administrator, on account of change in the CONTRIBUTOR’s personal/financial circumstances or preferences.

13. Withdrawal and Termination of PERA Assets – The CONTRIBUTOR may terminate his PERA upon written instruction given to the ADMINISTRATOR and withdraw the PERA Assets.

In case of Early Withdrawal as defined under BIR Revenue Regulations No.17-2011, the termination shall be subject to Early Withdrawal Penalty. The ADMINISTRATOR shall deduct such penalty from the proceeds of the termination and remit said amount to the BIR. The following, however, shall not be considered as premature termination which shall be subject to Early Withdrawal Penalty:

a. Immediate transfer of assets to another PERA Investment Product and/or another PERA Administrator, who have been

disaccredited/disqualified by the BIR or the BSP, within two (2) working days from the withdrawal thereof; b. For payment of accident or illness-related hospitalization in excess of thirty (30) days as evidenced by a duly notarized

doctor’s certificate; and



c. For payment to a Contributor who has been subsequently rendered permanently totally disabled under Employees Compensation Law, Social Security System Law or Government Service Insurance System as evidenced by a certification duly issued by the pertinent government agency.

For b and c above, the CONTRIBUTOR shall submit the required supporting documents together with his termination instruction to the ADMINISTRATOR so as not to subject his termination to Early Withdrawal Penalties. Upon attaining the age of fifty-five (55) years and subject to the requirement that the Contributor has made contributions for at least 5 years, the Contributor may elect to terminate the PERA and withdraw the assets therefrom. The Contributor shall inform the Administrator whether he elects to receive the proceeds of his PERA either in lump sum or pension.

Upon the death of the Contributor, the Administrator shall terminate the PERA and release the PERA Assets to the designated beneficiary/ies. However, should there be no designated beneficiary/ies, the PERA Assets shall be paid to the estate of the deceased Contributor in accordance with the laws on succession and Rules of Court. The proceeds of the PERA distribution shall not form part of the Contributor’s estate and therefore not subject to estate tax. 14. Designation of Beneficiary/ies – The Contributor hereby designates the beneficiary/ies of his PERA in case of his death as designated in the PERA Application Form hereto attached.

15. Non-assignability of PERA Assets – No portion of the PERA Assets may be assigned, alienated, pledged, encumbered, attached, garnished, seized or levied upon. The prohibition against involuntary attachment, garnishment, seizure or levy shall continue to apply to PERA Assets which have been distributed in accordance with section 12 of the PERA Act. PERA Assets shall not be considered assets of the Contributor for purposes of insolvency and estate taxes.

16. Administration Fee – The ADMINISTRATOR, in addition to the reimbursement of its expenses and disbursements in the administration of the PERA Assets, shall be entitled to receive an Administration Fee commensurate to the services rendered and may be waived upon discretion of the ADMINISTRATOR based on certain marketing considerations. The Administration Fee shall be based on the following:

1.0% based on contribution amount collected upfront

The ADMINISTRATOR is hereby given the authority to instruct the PERA Product Provider to liquidate PERA assets in case there is no available cash to satisfy the payment of administration fees and other expenses of the PERA account. 17. Merger/Consolidation of ADMINISTRATOR – Any corporation into which the ADMINISTRATOR may be merged or consolidated, or any corporation resulting from any merger or consolidation to which the ADMINISTRATOR shall be a party, or any corporation to which substantially all corporate trust or fiduciary business of the ADMINISTRATOR may be transferred, shall automatically be substituted in this Agreement for the ADMINISTRATOR named herein and shall be bound by the provisions hereof without any need of any further act as if originally named herein. 18. Change of Administrator –

A. Resignation/ Removal. The ADMINISTRATOR may resign by giving thirty (30) calendar day notice in writing to the CONTRIBUTOR or may be removed by the CONTRIBUTOR by giving similar written notice to the ADMINISTRATOR, and if applicable, by appointing a successor administrator. Such resignation or removal shall take effect at the end of said 30 day period, or upon the earlier appointment of a successor administrator by the CONTRIBUTOR. The ADMINISTRATOR shall transfer to such successor administrator the records of and reports on the PERA Assets in its possession and shall render a written account setting forth a listing of the PERA Assets at the end of such period. The written account shall be certified as true and correct by a responsible officer of the ADMINISTRATOR.

The CONTRIBUTOR may approve such account by written notice of approval delivered to the ADMINISTRATOR or by

failure to express objections to such accounting in writing delivered to the ADMNISTRATOR within thirty (30) calendar days from the date upon which the accounting was received by the CONTRIBUTOR.

Upon receipt of said approval of the account or upon the passage of the period of time within which objections may

be filed, without written objections having been delivered by the CONTRIBUTOR, such account shall be deemed approved in all matters, items and things set forth.

B. Suspension or Revocation of Accreditation. In the event of a suspension or revocation of the accreditation of the

ADMINISTRATOR, the latter shall, within three (3) working days upon receipt of the notice of suspension or revocation, advise the CONTRIBUTOR of such suspension or revocation by way of direct written notice to the CONTRIBUTOR and through the posting of notices in the head office and branches of the ADMINISTRATOR. The CONTRIBUTOR shall advise the ADMINISTRATOR of its choice of a new administrator within three (3) working days from receipt of notice of suspension or revocation.

19. Appointment of Successor Administrator – The failure of the Contributor within the prescribed period to designate a new Administrator shall authorize his current Administrator to appoint its successor that shall assume all its duties and responsibilities to the Contributor.

20. Effectivity – This Agreement shall take effect from the date of signing and shall be in full force and effect until terminated by either party by giving written notice thereof to the other. However, the powers, duties and discretion conferred upon the ADMINISTRATOR by virtue of this Agreement shall continue for the purpose of liquidation and return of the PERA Assets after the notice of termination of this Agreement has been served in writing until final delivery of the PERA Assets to the CONTRIBUTOR or the successor ADMINISTRATOR.



The revocation of the ADMINISTRATOR’S qualification and/or accreditation as ADMINISTRATOR shall result to the termination of this Agreement; in such an event, the notice of revocation shall also be considered as a notice to terminate the Agreement. 21. Entire Agreement/ Amendment – This Agreement constitute the entire Agreement between the parties and the ADMINISTRATOR shall not be bound by any representation, agreement, stipulations, or promise, written or otherwise, not contained in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference, except pertinent laws, circulars or regulations approved by the government or its agencies. No amendment, novation, modification or supplement of this Agreement shall be valid or binding unless in writing and signed by the parties hereto. 22. CLIENT COMPLAINTS – BPI AMTC as PERA ADMINISTRATOR is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). For any inquiries and complaints relating to our products and services, you may call our hotline: 89-100, or send an email at [email protected] or write a letter addressed to BPI AMTC - Consumer Protection, 17F, BPI Building, Ayala Ave. cor. Paseo De Roxas, Makati City, 1226. You may also file your complaints at BSP Financial Consumer Department at (632) 708-7087 or [email protected]. To know your rights under BSP Circular No. 857 (Regulations on Financial Consumer Protection), please access a copy at our website: www.bpiassetmanagement.com.

____________________________________________ _________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME OF PERA ADMINISTRATOR

(PERA Accredited Personnel)

________________________ ________________________ DATE DATE

THIS CONTRACT IS BETWEEN THE CONTRIBUTOR HEREIN NAMED AND BPI ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TRUST CORPORATION (BPI AMTC). ALL TRANSACTIONS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS CONTRACT SHALL BE BINDING ONLY BETWEEN THESE TWO (2) CONTRACTING PARTIES. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THIS TRANSACTION IS NEITHER INSURED BY THE PHILIPPINE DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (PDIC) NOR GUARANTEED BY BANK OF THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS (BPI).



SPECIMEN SIGNATURE

CUSTOMER / RM NUMBER (for Trust Corp.’s use only)

REFERENCE / RELATED / EXISTING TA NUMBER/S (for Trust Corp.’s use only)

CONTRIBUTOR’S NAME _________________________________________________ DATE _______________________ In connection with my PERA with BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation, which is linked to the above RM number,please honor and recognize my signatures below:

SPECIMEN SIGNATURE Please sign on the boxes provided below.

Signature Verified by : __________________________________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA Administrator (PERA Accredited Personnel)

Approved by : __________________________________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA Administrator (BPI AMTC Authorized Personnel)

BPI ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TRUST CORPORATION (BPI AMTC)

PERSONAL EQUITY AND RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (PERA) UNIT INVESTMENT TRUST FUNDS (UITFs)

PARTICIPATING TRUST AGREEMENT

The TRUSTOR, through this Omnibus Participating Trust Agreement (the “Agreement”), hereby participates in the Unit Investment Trust Fund (the “FUND”) established and being managed by the BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (“BPI AMTC” or the “TRUSTEE”), said FUND now existing or to be offered in the future for the collective investment and re-investment of sums of money received and held by BPI AMTC as TRUSTEE of various investors. It is expressly understood and agreed that this Agreement is subject to the respective FUND’s Rules and Regulations (the “PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED”) governing such FUND being managed or which may be managed by BPI AMTC and which PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED are duly submitted to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). This Agreement does not, and neither does it purport to, amend or modify the respective PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED to which the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED pertain. As such, the TRUSTOR/s hereby explicitly acknowledge(s) having read and fully understood the respective PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED pertaining to his/their investment and is amenable to all the terms and conditions contained therein. Without limiting the terms and conditions of the said PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED, the TRUSTOR/s fully agree(s) to the following: 1. AUTHORITY OF THE TRUSTEE– The TRUSTEE shall exercise absolute control,

direction, and management of the FUND, and shall administer the FUND within the framework of the policies set forth in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED and such other policies that the TRUSTEE may from time to time adopt pursuant to the FUND’s objectives. Each FUND shall be invested in a diversified portfolio concentrated in investment outlets within each FUND’s specific investment policy and objectives as individually contained in each respective PLAN. A list of prospective and/or outstanding investments requiring disclosure shall be made available and shall be updated quarterly. 2. FUND VALUATION - The investments in the FUND shall be valued using the

valuation method respectively defined in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED, which shall be in accordance with the applicable Rules and Regulations of the BSP. A performance review of the FUND shall be prepared on a quarterly basis. 3. CLIENT SUITABILITY – Prior to the acceptance of participation, the

TRUSTOR/s shall undergo client suitability, through a Client Suitability Assessment, which shall be acknowledged and signed by the TRUSTOR/s. For investments in UITF, the TRUSTOR/s have read and understood the general features of the UITFs with risk classification corresponding to his/their risk profile, and have made an informed decision to invest or consider future investments in these UITFs. 4. DISCLOSURE OF RISK - Prior to the acceptance of participation, the

TRUSTOR/s shall have read and acknowledged the Risk Disclosure Statement to signify that he/she is aware of the different risks involved when investing in the UITFs. 5. JOINT TRUSTOR ACCOUNTS – Designation of a joint account as an “AND”

account shall be made by all the holders of the said joint account who shall be co-TRUSTORS. The operation of and redemption of the FUND in such joint account must be signed or authorized by all the co-TRUSTORS. In case of “OR” accounts, any one of the co-TRUSTORS is authorized to operate the FUND and to effect any redemption there from. 6. MANNER OF PARTICIPATION – Every transaction of a TRUSTOR/s shall be

made through the purchase of units arrived at by dividing the transaction amount by the applicable Net Asset Value per unit (the “NAVPU”). New contributions to the FUND shall serve to increase the FUND’s total outstanding units. Conversely, any redemption out of the FUND serves to decrease the FUND’s total outstanding units. TRUSTOR/s shall have only an undivided interest in the FUND in proportion to their unit holdings. The TRUSTEE has the sole discretion to accept participation and expressly reserves its right to reject or refuse any participation, investment or contribution in the FUND by any person or entity for any reason whatsoever. 7. MANNER OF ADMISSION/CONTRIBUTION – Participation in the FUND shall be allowed on the basis of the net asset value of each participation unit and shall not be less than the Minimum Participation Amount as indicated in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. The TRUSTOR’s investment in the FUND shall be expressed in terms of number of units of participation as appearing in the TRUSTOR’s Confirmation of Participation / Transaction Advice. Every TRUSTOR shall designate a BPI / BPI Family Savings Bank deposit account (Current or Savings Account of the same currency as the FUND (the “Settlement Account”) from which the amount of the contribution to be made shall be debited and the proceeds of redemption shall be credited. The Settlement Account name shall be the same as the account name of the investment account. Settlement of contributions shall be in accordance with what is indicated in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED of the FUND. For the effective and efficient management of the FUND, the TRUSTEE has set the minimum amount for initial and additional contributions into the FUND as stated in

the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. Subsequent contributions of the TRUSTOR/s in the FUND is subject to a Minimum Additional Participation Amount as indicated in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED and shall result to the TRUSTOR/s’ additional proportionate interest in the FUND. Changes thereof shall be subject to regulations of the BSP (BSP Regulations). 8. MANNER OF REDEMPTION – Redemption from the FUND shall be computed

on the basis of the applicable NAVPU on the day the redemption is effected. Redemptions from the FUND shall result in the reduction of the TRUSTOR/s’ proportionate interest in the FUND. Such reductions shall be expressed in units based on the NAVPU. For the effective management of the FUND, the minimum amount for partial redemptions, the minimum holding period, and the required minimum maintaining balance in the FUND are stated in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. Should a redemption result to the investment in the FUND/s falling below the required minimum maintaining balance, the TRUSTEE shall automatically close the account without need of prior notification to the TRUSTOR/s, in which case, the entire balance of the FUND/s shall be paid through credit to the TRUSTOR/s’ Settlement Account based on the applicable NAVPU for the day multiplied by the number of remaining unit holdings. Settlement of redemptions shall be in accordance with what is stated in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED of the FUND. Changes thereof shall be subject to BSP Regulations. The TRUSTEE reserves the right to require from the TRUSTOR/s an advanced written notice of redemption from the FUND within the number of days specified in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. This required notice may be shortened or extended at the sole discretion of the TRUSTEE depending upon the investment and liquidity position of the FUND and the frequency and volume of requests for redemptions received by the TRUSTEE at any given time. Such notice may be made by the TRUSTEE by way of direct written notice to each TRUSTOR/s or through the posting of notices in the premises of the Head Office, BPI EOL, website, other channels and branches of the TRUSTEE not shorter than three (3) banking days before any changes are implemented. 9. EVIDENCE OF PARTICIPATION – Contributions of the TRUSTOR/s into the FUND shall be evidenced by a separate Transaction Advice issued by the TRUSTEE for this purpose. The TRUSTEE reserves the right to require the prior endorsement/surrender of any evidence of participation issued by the TRUSTEE upon full or partial redemption of units. Notwithstanding requirement for endorsement / surrender, mere possession of the evidence of participation shall not be presumed or deemed as proof of non-payment of the redemption. For any dispute regarding non-payment, the TRUSTOR/s should submit evidence that the Settlement Account was not credited. 10. COMMUNICATIONS AND NOTICES – All communications whether by mail,

telegraph, telephone, facsimile, e-mail, messenger or otherwise, sent to the TRUSTOR/s’ address appearing in the records of the TRUSTEE, shall constitute personal delivery to the TRUSTOR/s. All communications shall be directed to said last known address appearing in the TRUSTEE’s records unless a written notice of change of address is received by the TRUSTEE five (5) banking days prior to the delivery of any communication or notice to the TRUSTOR/s by the TRUSTEE. It is further agreed that all communications sent to the TRUSTOR/s’ indicated address, email or fax number shall be conclusive as to their correctness in the absence of any written objection received by the TRUSTEE within twenty-four (24) hours from delivery thereof. 11. CUT-OFF TIME PER TRANSACTION – For the effective and efficient management of the FUND, the TRUSTEE shall set, and shall retain the option to change from time to time such rules as the cut-off times and value dates for each type of transaction. Changes thereof shall be subject to BSP Regulations. 12. INVESTMENTS OF THE FUND – The FUND shall be invested and reinvested without distinction as to principal or income in investments provided for under the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. The PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED contain(s) the investment guidelines of the FUND. 13. DISTRIBUTION OF FUND EARNINGS – The total income of the FUND shall be allocated to the respective TRUSTOR/s in proportion to their respective unit holdings for each FUND, the unrealized income of each of the TRUSTOR/s is the difference between the prevailing NAVPU over the average acquisition cost of the TRUSTOR/s’ units, multiplied by the number of units held by the TRUSTOR/s. Actual distribution or realization of income occurs when redemption of units is made to the extent of the number of units redeemed. 14. REPORTS - A Statement of Account (SOA) shall be submitted to the

TRUSTOR/s at least once every quarter. The report shall consist, among others, of the TRUSTOR/s’ summary of investments showing the number of units of participation in each FUND, the total cost and market value thereof, the unrealized income/ (loss), and a transactions activity report showing contributions and redemptions made during the period covered. 15. INSTRUCTIONS – All instructions, whether original written instructions, oral or

otherwise through telephone or facsimile or e-mail, given or purported to be given by the persons authorized to operate the account as designated in the Account Opening Form (or otherwise in writing), are binding on the TRUSTOR/s. The TRUSTEE shall be authorized to rely and execute any such instructions from the TRUSTOR/s to purchase or redeem units based on the TRUSTEE’s internal control, procedures and policies, which it in good faith believes to be legitimate, and shall not in any way be liable for any loss which the TRUSTOR/s may incur as a result of the TRUSTEE’s reliance and action on any such instruction. The TRUSTOR/s hereby expressly confirm(s) that the TRUSTEE may use or otherwise install voice

recording procedures in communicating with or when taking instructions, such as to purchase or redeem units, from the TRUSTOR/s. The TRUSTOR/s hereby waive(s) any right under Republic Act No. 4200, otherwise known as The Anti-Wire Tapping Act and other similar laws or regulations. Any such voice record will constitute conclusive evidence of the instructions or communications so recorded. The TRUSTOR/s release(s) the TRUSTEE from any liability or responsibility for any loss or damage, which may result from the TRUSTOR/s telephone or faxed or e-mailed instructions. The right of the TRUSTOR/s to give telephone or fax or e-mail instructions is a privilege. The TRUSTOR/s will use this privilege judiciously and with discretion, and will take necessary steps to protect such privilege and ensure that it is not misused, abused or used to perpetuate a fraud. 16. TAXES, EXPENSES, FEES - The TRUSTEE is authorized to incur and deduct

from the FUND taxes relative to the acquisition and disposition of investments and special expenses it incurs in the administration and management of the FUND, which special expenses are necessary to preserve or enhance the value of the FUND, provided such special expenses shall be payable to a third party, covered by a separate contract, and disclosed to TRUSTOR/s. In consideration of services rendered herein, the TRUSTEE shall also collect on every valuation date a trust/management fee based on the TRUSTOR/s’ proportionate share of the NAV of the FUND, net of taxes based on a schedule separately prepared by the TRUSTEE which in no case shall exceed the specific limit provided under the FUND’s respective PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. Trust/management fees of the specific FUND are disclosed in the Key Information & Investment Disclosure Statement (KIIDS). The TRUSTEE recommends that the TRUSTOR/s obtain(s) independent advice on tax issues associated with investments of the FUND. 17. LIABILITY OF TRUSTEE- Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a

guaranty of return or income; nor does it entitle the TRUSTOR/s to a fixed rate of return on the money invested for him/ her in the FUND/s by the TRUSTEE. It is understood that the Unit Investment Trust Funds are not deposit products and thus, are not covered by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) and that losses, if any, shall be for the account of the TRUSTOR/s. The TRUSTEE shall administer and manage the FUND with the skill, care and prudence required of it by law and the regulations. The TRUSTEE shall not be liable for any loss, damage or diminution of the FUND, or in the value of TRUSTOR/s’ units, arising from any act done by TRUSTEE pursuant to the terms hereof, except when it is occasioned by the TRUSTEE’s gross and willful negligence or evident bad faith. The TRUSTEE, including its authorized representatives, shall be held free and harmless from any liability for any of its actions and omissions made in good faith, for which the TRUSTEE believed to be authorized or falling within its discretion, rights, or power conferred under the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED, this Agreement, specific written authority from TRUSTOR/s, and the applicable laws and regulations. 18. AMENDMENTS - This Agreement shall be deemed automatically modified as

and when the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED is amended by the TRUSTEE in order to comply with applicable laws and/or Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas regulations and for such other purposes as may be deemed proper by the TRUSTEE. The TRUSTOR/s in the FUND shall be immediately notified through electronic mail or such other mode of communication deemed appropriate by the TRUSTEE and shall be allowed to withdraw their participation if they are not in conformity with the amendments made. 19. TERMINATION OF THE FUND - Although the FUND is envisioned to be a going concern, it may be terminated if the said termination will redound to the best interest of the TRUSTOR/s in light of market and other conditions, provided that the same be made known to the TRUSTOR/s in accordance with the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED. 20. TERMINATION/ SUSPENSION/ USE OF INVESTMENT ACCOUNT - The

TRUSTEE reserves the right to terminate the Investment Account of the TRUSTOR/s or suspend the TRUSTOR's current or future use of the same in whole or in part, such as not crediting the settlement account of any redemption proceeds if, among others, the TRUSTOR/s violate(s) the Agreement, pose a security threat, or the TRUSTOR/s provide any information that is untrue, inaccurate, not current or incomplete, or the TRUSTOR/s fails to submit any updated document required by the TRUSTEE, or when the Investment Account, in the opinion of the TRUSTEE, is being used or suspected to be used for fraudulent, criminal or unlawful activities or for any cause whatsoever, at any time without prior notice and the losses attributable to the termination of the Investment Account, if any, shall be for the account of the TRUSTOR/s. 21. TERM OF AGREEMENT - This Agreement shall continue and remain in force

until termination of the FUND in accordance with the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED or with applicable laws or regulations then existing. 22. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS – Incorporated herein by reference are the terms, conditions, rules and regulations in the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED, Client Suitability Assessment, Risk Disclosure Statement, and the Transaction Advice to be issued pursuant hereto. In executing this Agreement, TRUSTOR/s represent(s) that he/she/it has carefully read and fully understood the same documents and that

he/she/it has agreed to be bound by all the terms and conditions thereof. In case of inconsistencies, the provisions of the PLAN(s)/TRUST DEED shall prevail over those of this Agreement and the rest of the reference documents. 23. CLIENT UNDERTAKING – The TRUSTOR/s agree to abide by all internal

policies and procedures of the TRUSTEE as the same may be amended, modified and supplemented from time to time. 24. COOLING-OFF PERIOD - Pursuant to BSP Circular Nos. 857 (Series of 2014) and 898 (Series of 2016), the TRUSTOR/s is/are entitled to a cooling-off period of two (2) banking days (the "Cooling-Off Period") from the date of initial participation of the TRUSTOR/s in the applicable FUND, without penalty. Should the TRUSTOR/s decide(s) to avail of the Cooling-Off Period, the TRUSTOR/s shall give the TRUSTEE a written notice to cancel within such period. As a result of the cancellation, the TRUSTOR/s understand(s) that such cancellation may result in a gain or loss depending on the prevailing NAVPU. Any reasonable amount of processing/ administrative fees and transactional costs incurred, including any marked-to-market losses or gains, if any shall be for the Trustor's own account. 25. CLIENT COMPLAINTS – BPI AMTC as TRUSTEE is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). For any inquiries and complaints relating to our products and services, you may call our hotline: 89-100, or send an email at [email protected] or write a letter addressed to BPI AMTC - Consumer Protection, 17F, BPI Building, Ayala Ave. cor. Paseo De Roxas, Makati City, 1226. You may also file your complaints at BSP Financial Consumer Department at (632) 708-7087 or [email protected]. To know your rights under BSP Circular No. 857 (Regulations on Financial Consumer Protection), please access a copy at our website: www.bpiassetmanagement.com.

THIS CONTRACT IS BETWEEN THE CLIENT/S HEREIN NAMED AND BPI ASSET MANAGEMENT AND TRUST CORPORATION (BPI AMTC). ALL TRANSACTIONS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS CONTRACT SHALL BE BINDING ONLY BETWEEN THESE TWO (2) CONTRACTING PARTIES. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THIS TRANSACTION IS NEITHER INSURED BY THE PHILIPPINE DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (PDIC) NOR GUARANTEED BY BANK OF THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS (BPI)/ BPI FAMILY SAVINGS BANK (BFSB). THIS IS NOT A DEPOSIT PRODUCT. EARNINGS ARE NOT ASSURED AND PRINCIPAL AMOUNT INVESTED IS EXPOSED TO RISK OF LOSS. THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE SOLD TO YOU UNLESS ITS BENEFITS AND RISKS HAVE BEEN THOROUGHLY EXPLAINED. IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS PRODUCT, DO NOT PURCHASE OR INVEST IN IT.

PERA Account No. ____________________

____________________________________ _______________ ________________________ Signature over Printed Name of Date PERA Contributor ________________________ ____________________________________ _______________ Signature over Printed Name of Date ________________________ ________________________

PERA Administrator (PERA Accredited Personnel)

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

PERSONAL EQUITY AND RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (PERA) CASH CUSTODIAN

LETTER OF APPOINTMENT

I, __________________________________________________________, Filipino, of legal age and with address at __________________________________________________________________________, hereby designate/ appoint Land Bank of the Philippines (the “Cash Custodian”), with office address at the LANDBANK Plaza 1598 M.H. Del Pilar corner Dr.J. Quintos Sts. Malate, Manila, to be my PERA Cash Custodian and further designate/ appoint BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (the “Administrator”), with office address at the 17/F, BPI Building, Ayala Avenue corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, to be my true and lawful representative or attorney-in-fact, to act for me and in my name, place and stead, to do and perform the following for my PERA cash custody account: a. To transact business with the Land Bank of the Philippines (the “Cash Custodian”), an accredited

PERA Cash Custodian, relative to my PERA cash funds. As used in this document, PERA cash funds shall refer to all funds in connection with my PERA;

b. To bind me on the terms and conditions contained in the Omnibus PERA Cash Custody Agreement between the Administrator and Cash Custodian;

c. To open a PERA cash custody account with the Cash Custodian and to deliver the funds to the Cash Custodian;

d. Per my written instruction addressed to the Administrator, to execute PERA investment transactions (i.e., buying and selling instructions, including relaying of instructions to the Cash Custodian, receive or deliver funds in order to consummate the transactions) for my account with the Cash Custodian;

e. To relay my written instructions to the Cash Custodian with regard to the custody and disposition of all funds in the Contributor’s PERA.

f. To disclose information or authorize the Cash Custodian to make such disclosure regarding the PERA cash account with the Custodian when such disclosure is required under applicable law or regulation and notwithstanding the provisions of Republic Act No. 1405, as amended; and

g. To perform such other acts or make, execute, and deliver all instruments necessary or proper for the exercise of any of the powers and duties conferred herein, or to accomplish any of the purposes hereof.

I hereby ratify and confirm all that my said representative shall lawfully do or cause to be done under and by virtue of these presents. I further acknowledge that PERA Cash Custody accounts are not insured with the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC). In witness whereof, I hereby affix my signature this ____ day of _______________ at_________________, Philippines.

_________________________________________ Signature over Printed Name of PERA Contributor

________________________________________ Signature over Printed Name of Witness

PERA Administrator (PERA Accredited Personnel)

I certify that all information provided herein are true, accurate and complete, and I agree to promptly inform BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (BPI AMTC) of any changes thereto. I authorize the BPI AMTC to rely upon my declaration herein and if I am a US Person or have US indicators that render my account reportable under FATCA, I consent to the reporting and disclosure of the required information by the BPI AMTC to the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) and/or Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in compliance with FATCA. In consideration of the foregoing, I agree to hold BPI AMTC, its directors, officers, employees, representatives and agents free and harmless from any liability, action and suits, costs, and expenses, arising from or in connection with BPI AMTC's compliance with FATCA regulations and/or as a result of disclosure made to the US IRS and/or BIR.

ASSESSMENT OF CUSTOMER’S FATCA CLASSIFICATION

Note: The information in this section is being collected as part of BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation’s new account on-boarding

procedures to fully comply with the requirements of Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).

FATCA BENEFICIARY INFORMATION SHEET

Trust Account Number:

1. Are any of the beneficiaries / beneficial owners / controlling persons of the trust account US Citizen or resident of the U.S for Tax

purposes?

Yes (please complete details of such beneficiaries, in the table) No

Name and Address of Individual Beneficiary Tax Identification Number

Please provide details on a separate sheet if not sufficient

DECLARATION AND ACNOWLEDGMENT

I, declare that the above information in the submitted documents to be true, correct and updated, and the submitted documents are genuine and duly executed. Customer Signature over Printed Name: _____________________________ Date Signed: __________________

TO BE FILLED UP BY BPI AMTC PERSONNEL

BPI AMTC’S ASSESSMENT OF CUSTOMER’S FATCA CLASSIFICATION: Customer is: US Entity Non-US Entity Officer’s Signature over Printed Name: _______________________________ Date Signed: __________________

CLIENT WAIVER

This is in relation to the results of my PERA Client Suitability Assessment (“CSA”) with BPI Asset Management and Trust Corporation (“BPI AMTC”) as PERA Administrator. I would like to inform BPI AMTC that I do not agree with or accept the recommendation of BPI AMTC on the investment product/ portfolio appropriate to my client profile based on the results of my CSA, and would like to avail of the investment product/ portfolio other than that which is consistent with the results of my CSA. I am therefore requesting from BPI AMTC for a general reclassification of my existing client profile to be indicated in the Investment Policy Statement, and hereby waive the results of the CSA conducted by the authorized personnel. As a consequence thereof, I am fully aware, have fully understood, and willing to take on the additional investment risks attendant to my new client profile. Moreover, I understand that I am taking more risk in exchange for possible higher returns directly attributed to or incidental to the additional investment products/ portfolio that I shall invest in based on my new client profile. I expressly agree to assume such higher risks and exclusively bear the consequence of my conscious decision to invest in said additional products/ investments with higher risk. I fully understand that this waiver effectively supersedes any objective methodology established by the CSA process I have gone through.

_______________________________________

Contributor’s Signature over Printed Name

_________________________

Date signed

PERA No: _____________________________

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