Nationwide Funds Group is the mutual fund complex of Nationwide Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE: NFS), a leading provider of long-term savings and retirement products.
Nationwide has offered mutual funds since 1933, when it launched the Nationwide Fund, still in existence today with $1.3 billion in assets under management1. The mutual fund company has existed under different names over the years, including Nationwide Advisory Services, Villanova Capital and Gartmore Global Investments.
In 2007, Nationwide Funds Group made a strategic decision to move to a fully sub-advised fund platform. This structure allows the firm to keep its focus on serving the shareholder by selecting the best possible managers for each investment style. In addition, Nationwide Funds Group has partnered with leading asset allocation strategist Ibbottson Associates to develop pre-packaged fund-of-funds for investors who want the benefits of sophisticated investment management among a broad range of asset classes without the headaches involved in constantly rebalancing a portfolio.
Nationwide Funds Group is based in the Philadelphia area and offers a wide range of sub-advised mutual funds. As of September 30, 2007, Nationwide Funds Group managed more than $4.5 billion in assets.2
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- How do I make an investment in Nationwide Funds?
- What are the minimum investments for Nationwide Funds?
- When I'm establishing my account, can I set it up to invest automatically on a regular basis?
- I'm already a Nationwide Funds shareholder. How can I view my account information?
- Why should I register for account access?
- How do I make changes to my account?
- Who can I contact if I have questions about my account?
- I'm having trouble finding something on the site. Where can I go for help?
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- How do I download a PDF file?
- How do I change my password?
- How do I edit my profile?
- Who can I contact for technical support?
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How do I make an investment in Nationwide Funds?
You must first obtain a Nationwide Funds Account Application and prospectus. Once you have carefully read the prospectus regarding fees and expenses, you should return a completed application:
Nationwide Funds
P.O. Box 182205
Columbus, OH 43218-2205
You may obtain both an account application and a prospectus through your personal financial professional, online or by calling Nationwide Funds Shareholder Services, 800-848-0920.
When I'm establishing my account, can I set it up to invest automatically on a regular basis?
You may choose Automatic Asset Accumulation (dollar cost averaging) for your new or existing Nationwide Fund account by completing the applicable sections on your Nationwide Funds Account Application. To establish this feature, you are required to attach a voided check or preprinted savings deposit slip to your account application. There is no assurance that dollar cost averaging will produce a profit or protect against a loss in a fluctuating market. You should consider your financial ability to continue your purchase through periods of fluctuating price levels.
What are the minimum investments for Nationwide Funds?
The minimum investment requirements are as follows:
| Non-IRA accounts | IRA accounts | Automatic Asset Accumulation |
| Initial: $2,000 | Initial: $1,000 | Initial: $1,000 |
| Subsequent: $100 | Subsequent: $50 | Subsequent: $50 |
I'm already a Nationwide Funds shareholder. How can I view my account information?
You can view all of your Nationwide Funds account information online by clicking the Account Access. You also may obtain account information by calling Shareholder Services, 800-848-0920.
Why should I register for account access?
This secure portion of the Web site allows you access to your account information with the ability to enroll for e-delivery, view the past 18 months of statements, make online trades and update account information.
How do I make changes to my account?
You may change any of your account options (i.e., dividend/capital gains reinvestment) by completing the Account form or by calling our Shareholder Services line, 800-848-0920.
Who can I contact if I have questions about my account?
Your first contact should be your personal financial professional for questions related to your Nationwide Funds account. You also may contact Nationwide Funds Shareholder Services, 800-848-0920.
I'm having trouble finding something on the site. Where can I go for help?
You may review the entire site by clicking on the Site Map at the bottom of every Web page. You also may call Shareholder Services, 800-848-0920, or e-mail web_help@nationwide.com.
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How do I download a PDF file?
To view a PDF file, simply click on the PDF link. To save a PDF file to your computer, right-click on the PDF link and choose "Save target as" or "Save link as" from the menu. Note: You must have Adobe Acrobat® Reader® installed on your computer to view and download PDFs. You may download a free copy of Adobe Acrobat® Reader® software (provides access to view PDFs) by clicking here.
How do I change my password?
Financial professional : Begin by logging in using your current user name and password. Then click Change password in the Financial professional section. If you have forgotten your password, you may call the Nationwide Funds Internet Team, 888-366-0404.
How do I edit my profile?
Financial professional: First, log in to your profile using your current user name and password, then click Edit Profile in the Financial professional section.
Who can I contact for technical support?
For technical support and inquiries, you may call the Nationwide Funds Internet Team at, 888-366-0404.
1As of Sept. 30, 2007 for all share classes.
2As of Sept. 30, 2007.