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© 2020 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved. 1007NSB page 1 Market-Linked Investments Eligibility and Accredited Investor Certification Form Client Name: Client Account #: If Power of Attorney Client Account Title: covers Account, Client Account Title Name of Agent: (2nd party): Market-Linked Investments A Market-Linked Investment or MLI refers to any security or instrument whose return is linked to the performance of one or more underlying assets and/or market measures (“Underlier”). From time to time, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (“Merrill”) may ofer MLIs of various issuers, including those issued by its afliates, BofA Finance LLC, Bank of America Corporation and Bank of America, N.A. MLIs may be used by investors to seek defned outcomes, potential enhanced returns, or downside risk mitigation in diferent market environments. MLIs may also help investors to implement market views that may not be feasible with traditional stocks, bonds, or managed funds. However, MLIs give rise to signifcant investment risks and are intended for investors who understand such risks, are willing to accept such risks, and are able to absorb any losses that may arise from an investment in such products. Investment losses associated with MLIs can be signifcant, and you may lose up to your entire investment. You should not invest in MLIs unless you fully understand the terms and conditions of such investments, the risks of such investments (which include the credit risk of the issuer, secondary market liquidity risk, and risks associated with the Underlier), the fees and costs of such investments, and the potential losses that you could incur. Before purchasing any MLIs, you should carefully read the relevant ofering documents (such as the prospectus, pricing supplement, and other materials) for the specifc MLI, including key risks of the MLI described in the ofering documents. You should ensure that the particular MLI is an appropriate investment for you in light of your experience, fnancial circumstances, risk tolerance, investment objectives, investment time horizon, and liquidity needs. You should also consult your own tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of investing in MLIs. Merrill does not provide tax advice. Accredited Investor Certifcation (check any that apply to you) Refer to Rule 501 under SEC Regulation D for calculations and other instructions. My individual net worth, or joint net worth with my spouse, exceeds US$1,000,000 and I have no reason to believe that this will change in the foreseeable future. I had an individual income of more than US$200,000 (or joint income with my spouse of more than US$300,000) for each of the past two years, I reasonably expect this to remain the same in the current year, and I have no reason to believe that this will change in the foreseeable future. A corporation, partnership, limited liability company, business trust (in form and structure similar to a Massachusetts business trust) or 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with more than US$5 million in total assets. A revocable trust of which all of the grantors are “accredited investors”. A trust with more than US$5 million in total assets, with the investment decisions being directed by a person who has such knowledge and experience in fnancial and business matters as to be capable of evaluating the merits and risks of an investment in MLIs. An entity whose equity owners are each “accredited investors”.

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© 2020 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved. 1007NSB page 1

Market-Linked InvestmentsEligibility and Accredited Investor Certification Form

Client Name: Client Account #:

If Power of Attorney Client Account Title: covers Account,

Client Account Title Name of Agent: (2nd party):

Market-Linked Investments A Market-Linked Investment or MLI refers to any security or instrument whose return is linked to the performance of one or more underlying assets and/or market measures (“Underlier”). From time to time, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (“Merrill”) may ofer MLIs of various issuers, including those issued by its afliates, BofA Finance LLC, Bank of America Corporation and Bank of America, N.A.

MLIs may be used by investors to seek defned outcomes, potential enhanced returns, or downside risk mitigation in diferent market environments. MLIs may also help investors to implement market views that may not be feasible with traditional stocks, bonds, or managed funds. However, MLIs give rise to signifcant investment risks and are intended for investors who understand such risks, are willing to accept such risks, and are able to absorb any losses that may arise from an investment in such products. Investment losses associated with MLIs can be signifcant, and you may lose up to your entire investment. You should not invest in MLIs unless you fully understand the terms and conditions of such investments, the risks of such investments (which include the credit risk of the issuer, secondary market liquidity risk, and risks associated with the Underlier), the fees and costs of such investments, and the potential losses that you could incur.

Before purchasing any MLIs, you should carefully read the relevant ofering documents (such as the prospectus, pricing supplement, and other materials) for the specifc MLI, including key risks of the MLI described in the ofering documents. You should ensure that the particular MLI is an appropriate investment for you in light of your experience, fnancial circumstances, risk tolerance, investment objectives, investment time horizon, and liquidity needs. You should also consult your own tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of investing in MLIs. Merrill does not provide tax advice.

Accredited Investor Certifcation (check any that apply to you) Refer to Rule 501 under SEC Regulation D for calculations and other instructions.

My individual net worth, or joint net worth with my spouse, exceeds US$1,000,000 and I have no reason to believe that this will change in the foreseeable future.

I had an individual income of more than US$200,000 (or joint income with my spouse of more than US$300,000) for each of the past two years, I reasonably expect this to remain the same in the current year, and I have no reason to believe that this will change in the foreseeable future.

A corporation, partnership, limited liability company, business trust (in form and structure similar to a Massachusetts business trust) or 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with more than US$5 million in total assets.

A revocable trust of which all of the grantors are “accredited investors”.

A trust with more than US$5 million in total assets, with the investment decisions being directed by a person who has such knowledge and experience in fnancial and business matters as to be capable of evaluating the merits and risks of an investment in MLIs.

An entity whose equity owners are each “accredited investors”.

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© 2020 Bank of America Corporation. All rights reserved. 1007NSB page 2

Market-Linked InvestmentsEligibility and Accredited Investor Certification Form

Client Agreement and Acknowledgement By signing this Form, I acknowledge and agree that (1) the information in this form is accurate; (2) I am an “accredited investor” as defned in Rule 501 under Regulation D of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended; (3) I will notify Merrill immediately of any change in your fnancial circumstances, experience needs, risk tolerance or investment objectives, or of any event that would render any of the information relating to you contained in this Form inaccurate or misleading in any way; (4) I am purchasing the Market-Linked Investments for my own account, as principal, for investment and not with a view to the resale or distribution of any of the Market-Linked Investments; (5) I am not a trust or an entity formed or operated for the specifc purpose of investing in MLIs; and (6) I have the power and authority to make investment decisions and to execute documents for the account specifed on this Form.

Signature 1:

Signature: Date:

Signer’s Name: (please print)

Signature 2: Signature: Date:

Signer’s Name: (please print)

Signature 3: Signature: Date:

Signer’s Name: (please print)

To be completed by the Financial Advisor and Market Supervision Manager The Financial Advisor (FA) and a Market Supervision Manager must sign below. This Form must be kept in the client’s fle in the ofce and scanned into Client Documents Online (CDOL) and shown as approved on the Document Tracking (DQ) system. All clients must be pre-approved prior to entering any order for Market-Linked Investments. By signing this form, the FA and the OMT represent that they each have reviewed the account’s investment objectives, investment and trading experience and other suitability requirements and agree that this client is eligible and suitable for such investment activity. The FA has discussed the nature of the investment to the client, and believes the client understands and appreciates the investment risks associated with the purchase of, and investment in, Market-Linked Investments. The FA and OMT have verifed the client’s eligibility information against KDI and other Merrill books and records.

Financial Advisor Signature Print Name Date

OMT (Ofce Management Team) Signature Print Name Date