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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWashington, D.C. 20549



FORM 10-K



ý

Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012o

Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934




Commission File Number

Exact name of registrant as specified in their charters, addresses of principal executive offices,
telephone numbers and states or other jurisdictions of incorporation or organization

I.R.S. Employer Identification Number814-00839

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.787 Seventh Avenue, 48th Floor
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: (212) 720-0300
State of Incorporation: Delaware

26-3633318814-00832

New Mountain Finance Corporation787 Seventh Avenue, 48th Floor
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: (212) 720-0300
State of Incorporation: Delaware

27-2978010814-00902

New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation787 Seventh Avenue, 48th Floor
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: (212) 720-0300
State of Incorporation: Delaware

80-0721242




Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Registrant

Title of each class

Name of each exchange on which registeredNew Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

None

NoneNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Common stock, $0.01 par value

The New York Stock ExchangeNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

None

None


Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

Registrant

Title of each classNew Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Common membership unitsNew Mountain Finance Corporation

NoneNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Common stock, $0.01 par value




Indicate
by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Yes o    No ý


Indicate
by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act.

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Yes o    No ý


Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the
preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Yes ý    No oNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Yes ý    No oNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Yes ý    No o


Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted
pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant
was required to submit and post such files).

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Yes o    No oNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Yes o    No oNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Yes o    No o


Indicate
by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not
contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this
Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

ýNew Mountain Finance Corporation

oNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

ý


Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the
definitions of "large accelerated filer", "accelerated filer" and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act:

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Large accelerated filer o

Accelerated filer ýNon-accelerated filer o

Smaller reporting company oNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Large accelerated filer o

Accelerated filer ýNon-accelerated filer o

Smaller reporting company oNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Large accelerated filer o

Accelerated filer ýNon-accelerated filer o

Smaller reporting company o


Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance Corporation

Yes o    No ýNew Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Yes o    No ý


There
is no established market for New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation's shares of common stock. Additionally, there is no established market for New Mountain Finance
Holdings, L.L.C.'s common membership units.

The
aggregate market value of common stock held by non-affiliates of the publicly traded registrant, New Mountain Finance Corporation, on June 29, 2012 based on the
closing price on that date of $14.19 on the New York Stock Exchange was $119.3 million. For the purposes of calculating this amount only, all directors and executive officers of the registrant
have been treated as affiliates.

Registrant

Description

Shares / Units as of March 6, 2013New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Common membership units


40,578,352New Mountain Finance Corporation

Common stock, $0.01 par value


24,356,414New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

Common stock, $0.01 par value


100


This
combined Form 10-K is filed separately by three registrants: New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV
Holdings Corporation (collectively, the "New Mountain Finance Registrants"). Information contained herein relating to any New Mountain Finance Registrant is filed by such registrant solely on its own
behalf. Each New Mountain Finance Registrant makes no representation as to information relating exclusively to the other registrants.

Portions
of the New Mountain Finance Registrants' Joint Proxy Statement for their joint 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be filed not later than 120 days after the end of
the fiscal year covered by this Annual Report on this combined Form 10-K are incorporated by reference into Part III on this combined Form 10-K.





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FORM 10-K FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012
TABLE OF CONTENTS



PAGEPART IItem 1.

Business

1Item 1A.

Risk Factors

24Item 1B.

Unresolved Staff Comments

57Item 2.

Properties

57Item 3.

Legal Proceedings

57Item 4.

Mine Safety Disclosures

57PART IIItem 5.

Market for Registrants' Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

58Item 6.

Selected Financial Data

63Item 7.

Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

67Item 7A.

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

89Item 8.

Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

90Item 9.

Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

156Item 9A.

Controls and Procedures

156Item 9B.

Other Information

158PART IIIItem 10.

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

159Item 11.

Executive Compensation

159Item 12.

Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

159Item 13.

Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

159Item 14.

Principal Accountant Fees and Services

159PART IVItem 15.

Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

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PART I

The information in this combined Form 10-K relates to each of the three separate
registrants: New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (collectively, "we", "us", "our" or the "Companies"). Information
that relates to an individual registrant will be specifically referenced to the respective company. None of the Companies make any representation as to the information related solely to the other
registrants other than itself.

Item 1.    Business

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company" or the "Master Fund") is a Delaware limited liability company. The
Operating Company is externally managed and has elected to be treated as a business development company ("BDC") under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). As such, the
Operating Company is obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. The Operating Company intends to be treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes for so long as it has at
least two members.

The
Operating Company is externally managed by New Mountain Finance Advisers BDC, L.L.C. (the "Investment Adviser"). New Mountain Finance Administration, L.L.C. (the "Administrator")
provides the administrative services necessary for operations. The Investment Adviser and Administrator are wholly-owned subsidiaries of New Mountain Capital (defined as New Mountain Capital Group,
L.L.C. and its affiliates). New Mountain Capital is a firm with a track record of investing in the middle market and with assets under management (which includes amounts committed, not all of which
have been drawn down and invested to date) totaling approximately $9.0 billion as of December 31, 2012. New Mountain Capital focuses on investing in defensive growth companies across its
private equity, public equity, and credit investment vehicles. The Operating Company, formerly known as New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C., was originally formed as a subsidiary of New Mountain
Guardian AIV, L.P. ("Guardian AIV") by New Mountain Capital in October 2008. Guardian AIV was formed through an allocation of approximately $300.0 million of the $5.1 billion of
commitments supporting New Mountain Partners III, L.P., a private equity fund managed by New Mountain Capital. In February 2009, New Mountain Capital formed a co-investment vehicle,
New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P., comprising $20.4 million of commitments. New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P., together with
their respective direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries, are defined as the "Predecessor Entities".

New Mountain Finance Corporation

New Mountain Finance Corporation ("NMFC") is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on June 29, 2010. NMFC is a
closed-end, non-diversified management investment company that has elected to be treated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. As such, NMFC is obligated to comply with certain regulatory
requirements. NMFC has elected to be treated, and intends to comply with the requirements to continue to qualify annually, as a regulated investment company ("RIC") under Subchapter M of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the "Code").

On
May 19, 2011, NMFC priced its initial public offering (the "IPO") of 7,272,727 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $13.75 per share. Concurrently with the
closing of the IPO and at the public offering price of $13.75 per share, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common
stock to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals affiliated with, New Mountain Capital in a concurrent private placement (the "Concurrent Private Placement"). Additionally,
1,252,964 shares were issued to the limited partners of New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. at that time for their ownership interest in the Predecessor Entities.

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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation

New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation ("AIV Holdings") is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on
March 11, 2011. Guardian AIV, a Delaware limited partnership, is AIV Holdings' sole stockholder. AIV Holdings is a closed-end, non-diversified management investment
company that has elected to be treated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. As such, AIV Holdings is obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. AIV Holdings has elected to be treated, and
intends to comply with the requirements to continue to qualify annually, as a RIC under the Code.

Structure

In connection with NMFC's IPO and through a series of transactions, the Operating Company acquired all of the operations of the
Predecessor Entities, including all of the assets and liabilities related to such operations. The current structure was designed to generally prevent NMFC and its stockholders from being allocated
taxable income with respect to unrecognized gains that existed at the time of the IPO in the Predecessor Entities' assets, and rather such amounts would be allocated generally to AIV Holdings and its
stockholders. The result is that any distributions made to NMFC's stockholders that are attributable to such gains generally will not be treated as taxable dividends but rather as return of capital.

As
a result of the transactions completed in connection with the IPO, Guardian AIV obtained units in the Operating Company. Guardian AIV contributed its units in the Operating Company to
its newly formed subsidiary, AIV Holdings, in exchange for common stock of AIV Holdings. AIV Holdings has the right to exchange all or any portion of its units in the Operating Company for shares of
NMFC's common stock on a one-for-one basis at anytime.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their sole asset is their ownership in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings each entered
into a joinder agreement with respect to the Limited Liability Company Agreement, as amended and restated, of the Operating Company, pursuant to which NMFC and AIV Holdings were admitted as members of
the Operating Company. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company, with the gross proceeds of the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement, common membership units ("units") of the Operating Company
(the number of units are equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock sold in the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement). Additionally, NMFC received units of the Operating Company equal to
the number of shares of common stock of NMFC issued to the limited partners of New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P.

Since
NMFC's IPO, and through December 31, 2012, NMFC raised approximately $133.4 million in net proceeds from additional offerings of common stock and issued shares valued
at approximately $56.3 million to AIV Holdings for exchanged units. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company units of the Operating Company equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock
sold in the additional offerings.

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The
diagram below depicts the Companies' organizational structure as of December 31, 2012.

GRAPHIC

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The
Operating Company consolidates its wholly-owned subsidiary, New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C. ("NMF SLF"). NMFC and AIV Holdings do not consolidate the Operating Company. NMFC
and AIV Holdings apply investment company master-feeder financial statement presentation, as described in Accounting Standards Codification 946,Financial
ServicesInvestment Companies, ("ASC 946") to their interest in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings observe that it is industry practice to follow
the presentation prescribed for a master fund-feeder fund structure in ASC 946 in instances in which a master fund is owned by more than one feeder fund and that such presentation provides
stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings with a clearer depiction of their investment in the Master Fund.

New Mountain Finance Advisers BDC, L.L.C.

The Investment Adviser manages the Operating Company's day-to-day operations and provides it with investment
advisory and management services. In particular, the Investment Adviser is responsible for identifying attractive investment opportunities, conducting research and due diligence on prospective
investments, structuring the Operating Company's investments and monitoring and servicing the Operating Company's investments. The Investment Adviser is managed by a five member investment committee,
which is responsible for approving purchases and sales of the Operating Company's investments above $5.0 million in aggregate by issuer. For additional information on the investment committee,
see "Investment Committee" section.

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New Mountain Finance Administration, L.L.C.

The Administrator provides the administrative services necessary to conduct our day-to-day operations. The
Administrator also performs, or oversees the performance of, our financial records, our reports to stockholders and reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Administrator
performs the calculation and publication of our net asset values, the payment of our expenses and oversees the performance of various third-party service providers and the preparation and filing of
our tax returns. The Administrator may also provide, on the Operating Company's behalf, managerial assistance to its portfolio companies.

Competition

The Operating Company competes for investments with a number of BDCs and investment funds (including private equity and hedge funds),
as well as traditional financial services companies such as commercial banks and other sources of financing. Many of these entities have greater financial and managerial resources than we do. We
believe the Operating Company is able to be competitive with these entities primarily on the basis of the experience and contacts of its management team, the Operating Company's responsive and
efficient investment analysis and decision-making processes, the investment terms the Operating Company offers, the leveraged model that the Operating Company employs to perform its due diligence with
the broader New Mountain Capital team and the Operating Company's model of investing in companies and industries it knows well.

We
believe that some of the Operating Company's competitors may make investments with interest rates and returns that are comparable to or lower than the rates and returns that the
Operating Company targets. Therefore, the Operating Company does not seek to compete solely on the interest rates and returns that it offers to potential portfolio companies. For additional
information concerning the competitive risks we face, seeItem 1A.Risk Factors.

Investment Objectives and Portfolio

The Operating Company's investment objective is to generate current income and capital appreciation through the sourcing and
origination of debt securities at all levels of the capital structure, including first and second lien debt, notes, bonds and mezzanine securities. In some cases, the Operating Company's investments
may also include equity interests such as preferred
stock, common stock, warrants or options received in connection with the Operating Company's debt investments or may include a direct investment in the equity of private companies.

The
Operating Company makes investments through both primary originations and open-market secondary purchases. The Operating Company primarily targets loans to, and invests
in, United States ("U.S.") middle market businesses, a market segment we believe continues to be underserved by other lenders. We define middle market businesses as those businesses with annual
earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ("EBITDA") between $20.0 million and $200.0 million. The primary focus is in the debt of defensive growth companies, which
are defined as generally exhibiting the following characteristics: (i) sustainable secular growth drivers, (ii) high barriers to competitive entry, (iii) high free cash flow after
capital expenditure and working capital needs, (iv) high returns on assets and (v) niche market dominance. The Operating Company's targeted investments typically have maturities of
between five and ten years and generally range in size between $10.0 million and $50.0 million. This investment size may vary proportionately as the size of the Operating Company's
capital base changes. At December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's portfolio consisted of 63 portfolio companies and was invested 49.8% in first lien loans, 44.6% in second lien loans, 4.6% in
subordinated debt and 1.0% in equity and other, as measured at fair value versus 55 portfolio companies invested 58.3% in first lien loans, 37.3% in second lien loans, 4.0% in subordinated debt and
0.4% in equity and other at December 31, 2011.

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The fair value of the Operating Company's investments was approximately $989.8 million in 63 portfolio companies at December 31, 2012,
$703.5 million in 55 portfolio companies at December 31, 2011 and $441.1 million in 43 portfolio companies at December 31, 2010.

The
following table shows the Operating Company's portfolio and investment activity for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

Years ended December 31,(in millions)

2012

2011

2010New investments in 45, 37 and 34 portfolio companies, respectively

$
673.2

$
493.3

$
332.7Debt repayments in existing portfolio companies


299.2


146.4


40.3Sales of securities in 22, 17 and 16 portfolio companies, respectively


124.7


85.6


217.9Change in unrealized appreciation on 48, 17 and 36 portfolio companies, respectively


27.0


6.1


13.0Change in unrealized depreciation on 30, 48 and 18 portfolio companies, respectively


(17.1
)

(29.2
)

(53.0
)


At
December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company's weighted average Yield to Maturity was approximately 10.1% and 10.7%, respectively. This Yield to
Maturity calculation assumes that all investments not on non-accrual are purchased at fair value on December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, and held until
their respective maturities with no prepayments or losses and exited at par at maturity. The actual yield to maturity may be higher or lower due to the future selection of the London Interbank Offered
Rate ("LIBOR") contracts by the individual companies in the Operating Company's portfolio or other factors.

The
following summarizes the Operating Company's ten largest portfolio company investments and top ten industries in which the Operating Company was invested as of December 31,
2012, calculated as a percentage of total assets as of December 31, 2012.

Portfolio Company

Percent of
Total AssetsEdmentum, Inc. (fka Plato, Inc.)


3.9
%Pinnacle Holdco S.à r.l. / Pinnacle (US) Acquisition Co Limited


3.3
%Global Knowledge Training LLC


3.1
%Novell, Inc. (fka Attachmate Corporation, NetIQ Corporation)


3.1
%Rocket Software, Inc.


3.0
%Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc.


3.0
%Unitek Global Services, Inc.


2.9
%KeyPoint Government Solutions, Inc.


2.9
%Managed Health Care Associates, Inc.


2.8
%Transtar Holding Company


2.8
%


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Industry

Percent of
Total AssetsSoftware


24.1
%Education


14.6
%Healthcare Services


14.0
%Business Services


14.0
%Federal Services


9.3
%Consumer Services


4.1
%Media


3.3
%Distribution


2.8
%Healthcare Products


2.7
%Logistics


2.3
%


Investment Criteria

The Investment Adviser has identified the following investment criteria and guidelines for use in evaluating prospective portfolio
companies. However, not all of these criteria and guidelines were, or will be, met in connection with each of the Operating Company's investments.



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Investment Selection and Process

The Investment Adviser believes it has developed a proven, consistent and replicable investment process to execute the Operating
Company's investment strategy. The Investment Adviser seeks to identify the most attractive investment sectors from the top down and then works to become the most advantaged investor in these sectors.
The steps in the Investment Adviser's process include:



Investment Committee

The Investment Adviser's investment committee (the "Investment Committee") currently consists of Steven B. Klinsky, Robert Hamwee, Adam
Collins, Douglas Londal and Alok Singh. The Investment Committee is responsible for approving all of the Operating Company's investment purchases above $5.0 million. The Investment Committee
also monitors investments in the Operating Company's portfolio and approves all asset dispositions above $5.0 million. Purchases and dispositions below $5.0 million may be approved by
the Operating Company's Chief Executive Officer. These approval thresholds are subject to change over time. We expect to benefit from the extensive and varied relevant experience of the investment
professionals serving on the Investment Committee, which includes expertise in private equity, primary and secondary leveraged credit, private mezzanine finance and distressed debt.

The
purpose of the Investment Committee is to evaluate and approve, as deemed appropriate, all investments by the Investment Adviser, subject to certain thresholds. The Investment
Committee process is intended to bring the diverse experience and perspectives of the Investment Committee's members to the analysis and consideration of every investment. The Investment Committee
also serves to provide investment consistency and adherence to the Investment Adviser's investment philosophies and policies. The Investment Committee also determines appropriate investment sizing and
suggests ongoing monitoring requirements.

In
addition to reviewing investments, the Investment Committee meetings serve as a forum to discuss credit views and outlooks. Potential transactions and investment opportunities are
also reviewed on a regular basis. Members of the Operating Company's investment team are encouraged to share information and views on credits with the committee early in their analysis. This process
improves the quality of the analysis and assists the deal team members to work more efficiently.

Investment Structure

The Operating Company targets debt investments that will yield meaningful current income and occasionally provide the opportunity for
capital appreciation through equity securities. The Operating Company's debt investments are typically structured with the maximum seniority and collateral that the Operating Company can reasonably
obtain while seeking to achieve its total return target.

Debt Investments

The terms of the Operating Company's debt investments are tailored to the facts and circumstances of the transaction and prospective
portfolio company and structured to protect its rights and manage its risk while creating incentives for the portfolio company to achieve its business plan. A substantial source of return is the cash
interest that the Operating Company collects on its debt investments.

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In
addition, from time to time the Operating Company may also enter into bridge or other commitments which can result in providing future financing to a portfolio company.

Equity Investments

When the Operating Company makes a debt investment, it may be granted equity in the portfolio company in the same class of security as
the sponsor receives upon funding. In addition, the Operating Company may from time to time make non-control, equity co-investments in conjunction with private equity sponsors.
The Operating Company generally seeks to structure its equity investments, such as direct equity co-investments, to provide it with minority rights provisions and event-driven put rights.
The Operating Company also seeks to obtain limited registration rights in connection with these investments, which may include "piggyback" registration rights.

Portfolio Company Monitoring

The Operating Company monitors the performance and financial trends of its portfolio companies on at least a quarterly basis. The
Operating Company attempts to identify any developments within the portfolio company, the industry or the macroeconomic environment that may alter any material element of its original investment
strategy. The Operating Company uses several methods of evaluating and monitoring the performance of its investments, including but not limited to, the
following:



The
Operating Company uses an investment rating system to characterize and monitor the credit profile and expected level of returns on each investment in the portfolio. The Operating
Company uses a four-level numeric rating scale as follows:



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The
following table shows the distribution of the Operating Company's investments on the 1 to 4 investment rating scale at fair value as of December 31, 2012:

As of December 31, 2012(in millions)

Par Value(1)

Percent

Fair Value

PercentInvestment RatingInvestment Rating 1

$
85.6


8.5
%
$
94.4


9.5
%Investment Rating 2


901.3


89.4
%

884.3


89.4
%Investment Rating 3


14.7


1.5
%

10.3


1.0
%Investment Rating 4


6.2


0.6
%

0.8


0.1
%$
1,007.8


100.0
%
$
989.8


100.0
%


(1)Excludes
shares and warrants.


Exit Strategies/Refinancing

The Operating Company exits its investments typically through one of four scenarios: (i) the sale of the portfolio company
itself resulting in repayment of all outstanding debt, (ii) the recapitalization of the portfolio company in which the Operating Company's loan is replaced with debt or equity from a third
party or parties (in some cases, the Operating Company may choose to participate in the newly issued loan(s)), (iii) the repayment of the initial or remaining principal amount of the Operating
Company's loan then outstanding at maturity or (iv) the sale of the debt investment by the Operating Company. In some investments, there may be scheduled amortization of some portion of the
Operating Company's loan which would result in a partial exit of its investment prior to the maturity of the loan.

Valuation

At all times consistent with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP") and the 1940 Act, the
Operating Company conducts a valuation of assets, which impacts its net asset value, and, consequently, the net asset values of NMFC and AIV Holdings. NMFC and AIV Holdings value their ownership
interest on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940 Act.

The
Operating Company applies fair value accounting in accordance with GAAP. The Operating Company values its assets on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940
Act. In all cases, the Operating Company's board of directors is ultimately and solely responsible for determining the fair value of the portfolio investments on a quarterly basis in good faith,
including
investments that are not publicly traded, those whose market prices are not readily available and any other situation where its portfolio investments require a fair value determination. Security
transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. The Operating Company's quarterly valuation procedures are set forth in more detail below:



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Valuation
methods may include comparisons of financial ratios of the portfolio companies that issued such private securities to peer companies that are public, the nature of and the
realizable value of any collateral, the portfolio company's earnings, discounted cash flows, the ability to make payments, the markets in which the portfolio company conducts business, and other
relevant factors, including available market data such as relevant and applicable market trading and transaction comparables; applicable market yields and multiples; security covenants; call
protection provisions; information rights; comparable merger and acquisition transactions; and the principal market and enterprise values. When
an external event such as a purchase transaction, public offering or subsequent sale occurs, the Operating Company will consider the pricing indicated by the external event to corroborate the private
valuation.

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The values assigned to investments are based upon available information and do not necessarily represent amounts which might ultimately be realized, since such
amounts depend on future circumstances and cannot be reasonably determined until the individual positions are liquidated. Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments
that do not have a readily available market value, the fair value of the Operating Company's investments may fluctuate from period to period and the fluctuations could be material.

Operating and Regulatory Environment

As with other companies regulated by the 1940 Act, a BDC must adhere to certain regulatory requirements. The 1940 Act contains
prohibitions and restrictions relating to investments by a BDC in another investment company as well as transactions between BDCs and their affiliates, principal underwriters and affiliates of those
affiliates or underwriters. A BDC must be organized in the U.S. for the purpose of investing in or lending to primarily private companies and making significant managerial assistance available to
them. A BDC may use capital provided by public stockholders and from other sources to make long-term, private investments in businesses. A BDC provides stockholders the ability to retain the liquidity
of a publicly traded stock while sharing in the possible benefits, if any, of investing in primarily privately owned companies.

The
Operating Company, NMFC and AIV Holdings each have a board of directors. A majority of our directors must be persons who are not interested persons, as that term is defined in the
1940 Act. As BDCs, we are prohibited from protecting any director or officer against any liability to us or our stockholders arising from willful misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence or reckless
disregard of the duties involved in the conduct of such person's office. Additionally, we are required to provide and maintain a bond issued by a reputable fidelity insurance company to protect the
BDC.

As
a BDC, each of the Companies is required to meet a coverage ratio of the value of total assets to total senior securities, which include all of its borrowings and any preferred stock
we may issue in the future, of at least 200.0% (i.e., the amount of debt may not exceed 50.0% of the value of the Operating Company's total assets or the Operating Company may borrow an amount
equal to 100.0% of net assets). The Operating Company monitors its compliance with this coverage ratio on a regular basis, however, NMFC and AIV Holdings have no material long-term liabilities
themselves and their only business and sole asset is their ownership of the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings are relying on the provisions of Section 12(d)(1)(E) of the 1940 Act, which
requires, among other things, that their respective investment in the Operating Company be their only asset and that their respective stockholders are entitled to vote on a "pass-through" basis with
the Operating Company's other voting security holders.

NMFC
may, to the extent permitted under the 1940 Act, issue additional equity capital, which would in turn increase the equity capital available to the Operating Company. NMFC is
generally not able to issue and sell its common stock at a price below net asset value per share. NMFC may, however, sell its common stock, or warrants, options or rights to acquire its common stock,
at a price below the then-current net asset value of its common stock if its board of directors determines that such sale is in the best interests of NMFC and the best interests of its stockholders,
and its stockholders approve such sale. In addition, NMFC may generally issue new shares of its common stock at a price below net asset value in rights offerings to existing stockholders and in
certain other limited circumstances.

As
a BDC, the Operating Company is generally not permitted to invest in any portfolio company in which the Investment Adviser or any of its affiliates currently have an investment or to
make any co-investments with the Investment Adviser or its affiliates without an exemptive order from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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We
may not change the nature of our business so as to cease to be, or withdraw our election as, a BDC unless authorized by vote of a majority of the outstanding voting securities, as
required by the 1940 Act. A majority of the outstanding voting securities of a company is defined under the 1940 Act as the lesser of: (a) 67.0% or more of such company's voting securities
present at a meeting if more than 50.0% of the outstanding voting securities of such company are present or represented by proxy,
or (b) more than 50.0% of the outstanding voting securities of such company. We do not anticipate any substantial change in the nature of our business.

In
addition, as BDCs, the Companies are not permitted to issue stock or units in consideration for services.

NMFC's and AIV Holdings' Taxation as a Regulated Investment Company

NMFC and AIV Holdings have elected to be treated, and intend to comply with the requirements to qualify annually, as RICs under
Subchapter M of the Code. As RICs, NMFC and AIV Holdings generally will not pay corporate-level federal income taxes on any income that they timely distribute to their stockholders as
dividends. Rather, dividends distributed by NMFC or AIV Holdings generally will be taxable to NMFC's or AIV Holdings' stockholders, but any net operating losses, foreign tax credits and other tax
attributes of NMFC or AIV Holdings generally will not pass through to NMFC's or AIV Holdings' stockholders, subject to special rules for certain items such as net capital gains and qualified dividend
income recognized by NMFC and AIV Holdings.

To
qualify as RICs, NMFC and AIV Holdings must, among other things, meet certain source-of-income and asset diversification requirements. In addition, to qualify as RICs, NMFC and AIV
Holdings must distribute to their stockholders, for each taxable year, at least 90.0% of their "investment company taxable income", which is generally their net ordinary income plus the excess of
realized net short-term capital gains over realized net long-term capital losses (the "Annual Distribution Requirement").

NMFC
and AIV Holdings will be subject to a 4.0% nondeductible federal excise tax on certain undistributed income unless they distribute in a timely manner an amount at least equal to the
sum of (1) 98.0% of their respective net ordinary income for each calendar year, (2) 98.2% of their respective capital gain net income for the one-year period ending October 31 in
that calendar year and (3) any income recognized, but not distributed, in preceding years (the "Excise Tax Avoidance Requirement"). While NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to make distributions to
their stockholders in each taxable year that will be sufficient to avoid any federal excise tax on their earnings, there can be no assurance that NMFC or AIV Holdings will be successful in entirely
avoiding this tax. For the year ended December 31, 2012, no federal excise tax was paid by either NMFC or AIV Holdings.

In
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Failure to Qualify as a Regulated Investment Company

If NMFC or AIV Holdings fail to satisfy the 90.0% Income Test or the Diversification Tests for any taxable year or quarter of such
taxable year, they may nevertheless continue to qualify as a RIC for such year if certain relief provisions of the Code apply (which may, among other things, require it to pay certain corporate-level
federal taxes or to dispose of certain assets). If NMFC or AIV Holdings fail to qualify for treatment as a RIC and such relief provisions do not apply to NMFC or AIV Holdings, NMFC or AIV Holdings
will be subject to federal income tax on all of its taxable income at regular corporate rates (and also will be subject to any applicable state and local taxes), regardless of whether NMFC or AIV
Holdings made any distributions to its stockholders. Distributions would not be required. However, if distributions were made, any such distributions would be taxable to its stockholders as ordinary
dividend income and, subject to certain limitations under the Code, any such distributions would be eligible for the 20.0% maximum rate applicable to non-corporate taxpayers to the extent of NMFC's or
AIV Holdings' current or accumulated earnings and profits. Subject to certain limitations under the Code, corporate distributees would be eligible for the dividends-received deduction. Distributions
in excess of NMFC's or AIV Holdings' current and accumulated earnings and profits would be treated first as a return of capital to the extent of the stockholder's tax basis, and any remaining
distributions would be treated as a capital gain.

Subject
to a limited exception applicable to RICs that qualified as such under Subchapter M of the Code for at least one year prior to disqualification and that re-qualify as a
RIC no later than the second year following the non-qualifying year, NMFC and AIV Holdings could be subject to tax on any unrealized net built-in gains in the assets held by NMFC or AIV Holdings
during the period in which NMFC or AIV Holdings failed to qualify as a RIC that are recognized during the 10-year period (or five-year period for taxable years beginning during 2013) after its
requalification as a RIC, unless NMFC or AIV Holdings made a special election to pay corporate-level federal income tax on such built-in gain at the time of NMFC's or AIV Holdings' requalification as
a RIC. NMFC or AIV Holdings may decide to be taxed as a regular corporation even if NMFC or AIV Holdings would otherwise qualify as a RIC if NMFC or AIV Holdings determines that treatment as a
corporation for a particular year would be in its best interests.

Investment Management Agreement

The Companies are closed-end, non-diversified management investment companies that have elected to be treated as BDCs under the 1940
Act. NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their only business and sole asset are their ownership of units of the Operating Company. As a result, NMFC
and AIV Holdings will not pay any external investment advisory or management fees. However, the Operating Company is externally managed by the Investment Adviser and will pay the Investment Adviser a
fee for its services. The following summarizes the arrangements between the Operating Company and the Investment Adviser
pursuant to an investment advisory and management agreement (the "Investment Management Agreement").

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Management Services

The Investment Adviser is registered as an Investment Adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the "Advisers Act"). The
Investment Adviser serves pursuant to the Investment Management Agreement in accordance with the 1940 Act. Subject to the overall supervision of the Operating Company's board of directors, the
Investment Adviser manages the Operating Company's day-to-day operations and provides it with investment advisory and management services. Under the terms of the Investment Management Agreement, the
Investment Adviser:



The
Investment Adviser's services under the Investment Management Agreement are not exclusive, and the Investment Adviser (so long as its services to the Operating Company are not
impaired) and/or other entities affiliated with New Mountain Capital are permitted to furnish similar services to other entities.

Management Fees

Pursuant to the Investment Management Agreement, the Operating Company has agreed to pay the Investment Adviser a fee for investment
advisory and management services consisting of two componentsa base management fee and an incentive fee. The cost of both the base management fee payable to the Investment Adviser and any
incentive fees paid in cash to the Investment Adviser are borne by the Operating Company's members, including NMFC and AIV Holdings and, as a result, are indirectly borne by NMFC's and AIV Holdings'
common stockholders.

Base Management Fees

The base management fee is calculated at an annual rate of 1.75% of the Operating Company's gross assets less (i) the borrowings
under the Operating Company's senior loan fund's Loan and Security Agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, dated October 27, 2010, as amended on December 18, 2012, (the
"SLF Credit Facility") and (ii) cash and cash equivalents. The base management fee is payable quarterly in arrears, and is calculated based on the average value
of the Operating Company's gross assets, borrowings under the SLF Credit Facility, and cash and cash equivalents at the end of each of the two most recently completed calendar quarters, and
appropriately adjusted on a pro rata basis for any equity capital raises or repurchases during the current calendar quarter.

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Incentive Fees

The incentive fee consists of two parts. The first part is calculated and payable quarterly in arrears and equals 20.0% of the
Operating Company's "Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income" for the immediately preceding quarter, subject to a "preferred return", or "hurdle", and a "catch-up" feature. "Pre-Incentive Fee
Net Investment Income" means interest income, dividend income and any other income (including any other fees (other than fees for providing managerial assistance), such as commitment, origination,
structuring, diligence and consulting fees or other fees that the Operating Company receives from portfolio companies) accrued during the calendar quarter, minus the Operating Company's operating
expenses for the quarter (including the base management fee, expenses payable under the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, with the Administrator, and any interest expense and
distributions paid on any issued and outstanding preferred membership units (of which there are none as of December 31, 2012), but excluding the incentive fee). Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment
Income includes, in the case of investments with a deferred interest feature (such as original issue discount, debt instruments with PIK interest and zero coupon securities), accrued income that the
Operating Company has not yet received in cash. Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income does not include any realized capital gains, realized capital losses or unrealized capital appreciation or
depreciation.

Under
GAAP, NMFC's IPO did not step-up the cost basis of the Operating Company's existing investments to fair market value at the IPO date. Since the total value of the Operating
Company's investments at the time of the IPO was greater than the investments' cost basis, a larger amount of amortization of purchase or original issue discount, as well as different amounts in
realized gain and unrealized appreciation, may be recognized under GAAP in each period than if the step-up had occurred. This will remain until such predecessor investments are sold or mature in the
future. The Operating Company tracks the transferred (or fair market) value of each of its investments as of the time of the IPO and, for purposes of the incentive fee calculation, adjusts
Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income to reflect the amortization of purchase or original issue discount on the Operating Company's investments as if each investment was purchased at the date of the
IPO, or stepped up to fair market value. This is defined as "Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income". The Operating Company also uses the transferred (or fair market) value of each of its
investments as of the time of the IPO to adjust capital gains ("Adjusted Realized Capital Gains") or losses ("Adjusted Realized Capital Losses") and unrealized capital appreciation ("Adjusted
Unrealized Capital Appreciation") and unrealized capital depreciation ("Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation").

Pre-Incentive
Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income, expressed as a rate of return on the value of the Operating Company's net assets at the end of the immediately preceding calendar
quarter, will be compared to a "hurdle rate" of 2.0% per quarter (8.0% annualized), subject to a "catch-up" provision measured as of the end of each calendar quarter. The hurdle rate is appropriately
pro-rated for any partial periods. The calculation of the Operating Company's incentive fee with respect to the Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income for each quarter is as
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The
second part will be determined and payable in arrears as of the end of each calendar year (or upon termination of the Investment Management Agreement) and will equal 20.0% of the
Operating Company's Adjusted Realized Capital Gains, if any, on a cumulative basis from inception through the end of each calendar year, computed net of all Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and
Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on a cumulative basis, less the aggregate amount of any previously paid capital gain incentive fee.

In
accordance with GAAP, the Operating Company accrues a hypothetical capital gains incentive fee based upon the cumulative net Adjusted Realized Capital Gains and Adjusted Realized
Capital Losses and the cumulative net Adjusted Unrealized Capital Appreciation and Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on investments held at the end of each period. Actual amounts paid to the
Investment Adviser are consistent with the Investment Management Agreement and are based only on actual Adjusted Realized Capital Gains computed net of all Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and
Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on a cumulative basis from inception through the end of each calendar year as if the entire portfolio was sold at fair value.

Example 1: Income Related Portion of Incentive Fee for Each Calendar Quarter*:



Pre-Incentive
Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income does not exceed the hurdle rate, therefore there is no income-related incentive fee.



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Pre-Incentive
Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income exceeds the hurdle rate, but does not fully satisfy the "catch-up" provision, therefore the income related
portion of the incentive fee is 0.26%.



Pre-Incentive
Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income exceeds the hurdle rate, and fully satisfies the "catch-up" provision, therefore the income related portion of
the incentive fee is 0.57%.

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The
capital gains portion of the incentive fee would be:



The
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Payment of Expenses

The Operating Company's primary operating expenses are the payment of a base management fee and any incentive fees under the Investment
Management Agreement and the allocable portion of overhead and other expenses incurred by the Administrator in performing its obligations to the Companies under the Administration Agreement. The
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Qualifying Assets

Under the 1940 Act, a BDC may not acquire any asset other than assets of the type listed in Section 55(a) of the 1940 Act, which
are referred to as qualifying assets, unless, at the time the acquisition is made, qualifying assets represent at least 70.0% of the BDC's total assets. Since NMFC and AIV Holdings have no assets
other than their ownership of units of the Operating Company and have no material long-term liabilities, NMFC and AIV Holdings look to the Operating Company's assets for purposes of
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In
addition, a BDC must have been organized and have its principal place of business in the U.S. and must be operated for the purpose of making investments in the types of securities
described in (1), (2) or (3) above.

As
of December 31, 2012, 7.9% of the Operating Company's total assets were not qualifying assets.

Managerial Assistance to Portfolio Companies

In order to count portfolio securities as qualifying assets for the purpose of the 70.0% test, the Operating Company must either
control the issuer of the securities or must offer to make available to the issuer of the securities (other than small and solvent companies described above) significant managerial assistance, except
that, where the Operating Company purchases such securities in conjunction with one or more other persons acting together, one of the other persons in the group may make available such managerial
assistance. Making available managerial assistance means, among other things, any arrangement whereby the BDC offers to provide, and, if accepted, does so provide, significant guidance and counsel
concerning the management, operations or business objectives and policies of a portfolio company. The Administrator or its affiliate provides such
managerial assistance on the Operating Company's behalf to portfolio companies that request this assistance.

Temporary Investments

Pending investments in other types of qualifying assets, the Operating Company's investments may consist of cash, cash equivalents,
U.S. government securities or high-quality debt securities maturing in one year or less from the time of investment (collectively, as "temporary investments"), so that 70.0% of the
Operating Company's assets are qualifying assets. Typically, the Operating Company will invest in U.S. Treasury bills or in repurchase agreements, provided that such agreements are fully
collateralized by cash or securities issued by the U.S. government or its agencies. A repurchase agreement involves the purchase by an investor, such as the Operating Company, of a specified security
and the simultaneous agreement by the seller to repurchase it at an agreed-upon future date and at a price that is greater than the purchase price by an amount that reflects an
agreed-upon interest rate. There is no percentage restriction on the proportion of the Operating Company's assets that may be invested in such repurchase agreements. However, if more than
25.0% of the Operating Company's total assets constitute repurchase agreements from a single counterparty, NMFC and AIV Holdings would not meet the Diversification Tests in order to qualify as a RIC
for federal income tax purposes. Thus, the Operating Company does not intend to enter into repurchase agreements with a single counterparty in excess of this limit. The Investment Adviser will monitor
the creditworthiness of the counterparties with which the Operating Company enters into repurchase agreement transactions.

Senior Securities

The Operating Company is permitted, under specified conditions, to issue multiple classes of debt and one class of membership units
senior to its common membership units if the Operating Company's asset coverage, as defined in the 1940 Act, is at least equal to 200.0% immediately after each such issuance. In addition, while any
senior securities remain outstanding (other than any indebtedness issued in consideration of a privately arranged loan, such as any indebtedness outstanding under the Operating Company's Amended and
Restated Loan and Security Agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, dated May 19, 2011, as amended on December 18, 2012 (the "Holdings Credit

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Facility"),
or the SLF Credit Facility), the Companies must make provisions to prohibit any distribution to their stockholders or unit holders, as applicable, or the repurchase of their equity
securities unless the Operating Company meets the applicable asset coverage ratios at the time of the distribution or repurchase. The Operating Company may also borrow amounts up to 5.0% of the value
of its total assets for temporary or emergency purposes without regard to its asset coverage. The Operating Company will include the assets and liabilities of NMF SLF for purposes of calculating the
asset coverage ratio. For a discussion of the risks associated with leverage, seeItem 1A.Risk Factors.

Code of Ethics

The Companies have adopted a code of ethics pursuant to Rule 17j-1 under the 1940 Act that establishes procedures
for personal investments and restricts certain personal securities transactions. Personnel subject to the code may invest in securities for their personal investment accounts, including securities
that may be purchased or held by the Operating Company so long as such investments are made in accordance with the code's requirements. You may read and copy the code of ethics at the Securities and
Exchange Commission's Public Reference Room located at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. You may obtain information on the operation of the Public Reference Room by calling the
Securities and Exchange Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330, and copies of the code of ethics may be obtained, after paying a duplication fee, by electronic request at the
following e-mail address: publicinfo@sec.gov. In addition, the code of ethics is available on the Securities and Exchange Commission's Internet site at http://www.sec.gov.

Compliance Policies and Procedures

The Companies and the Investment Adviser have adopted and implemented written policies and procedures reasonably designed to prevent
violation of the federal securities laws and the Companies are required to review these compliance policies and procedures annually for their adequacy and the effectiveness of their implementation.
The Companies' chief compliance officer is responsible for administering these policies and procedures.

Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures

The Operating Company has delegated its proxy voting responsibility to the Investment Adviser. The proxy voting policies and procedures
of the Investment Adviser are set forth below. The guidelines will be reviewed periodically by the Investment Adviser and the Operating Company's non-interested directors, and,
accordingly, are subject to change.

Introduction

As an investment adviser registered under the Advisers Act, the Investment Adviser has a fiduciary duty to act solely in the best
interests of its clients. As part of this duty, it recognizes that it must vote the Operating Company's securities in a timely manner free of conflicts of interest and in the best interests of the
Companies.

The
policies and procedures for voting proxies for the investment advisory clients of the Investment Adviser are intended to comply with Section 206 of, and
Rule 206(4)-6 under, the Advisers Act.

Proxy policies

The Investment Adviser will vote proxies relating to the Operating Company's securities in the best interest of the Companies. It will
review on a case-by-case basis each proposal submitted for a stockholder vote to determine its impact on the portfolio securities held by the Operating Company. Although the
Investment Adviser will generally vote against proposals that may have a negative impact on its clients' portfolio securities, it may vote for such a proposal if there exists compelling
long-term reasons to do so.

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The proxy voting decisions of the Investment Adviser are made by the senior officers who are responsible for monitoring each of its clients' investments. To
ensure that its vote is not the product of a conflict of interest, it will require that: (a) anyone involved in the decision making process disclose to its chief compliance officer any
potential conflict that he or she is aware of and any contact that he or she has had with any interested party regarding a proxy vote; and (b) employees involved in the decision making process
or vote administration are prohibited from revealing how the Investment Adviser intends to vote on a proposal in order to reduce any attempted influence from interested parties.

Proxy voting records

You may obtain, without charge, information regarding how the Operating Company voted proxies with respect to the Operating Company's
portfolio securities by making a written request for proxy voting information to: Chief Compliance Officer, 787 Seventh Avenue, 48th Floor, New York, NY 10019.

Staffing

The Companies do not have any employees. Day-to-day investment operations that are conducted by the Operating
Company are managed by the Investment Adviser. See "Investment Management Agreement". The Operating Company reimburses the Administrator for the allocable portion of overhead and other expenses
incurred by it in performing its obligations to the Companies under the Administration Agreement, including the compensation of the Companies' chief financial officer and chief compliance officer, and
their respective staffs. For a more detailed discussion of the Administration Agreement, seeItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary
DataNote 5, Agreements.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 imposes a variety of regulatory requirements on publicly-held companies and their insiders.
Many of these requirements affect the Companies. For example:



The
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 requires the Companies to review their current policies and procedures to determine whether they comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the
regulations promulgated thereunder. The Companies intend to monitor their compliance with all regulations that are adopted under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and will take actions necessary to
ensure that they are in compliance therewith.

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Available Information

We file with or submit to the Securities and Exchange Commission annual, quarterly and current periodic reports, proxy statements and
other information as required by the 1940 Act. You may inspect and copy any materials we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission at the Public Reference Room of the Securities and Exchange
Commission at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549 or by calling the Securities and Exchange Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330. The Securities and Exchange
Commission maintains an Internet site that contains reports, proxy and information statements, and other information filed electronically by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov.

We
make available free of charge on our website,http://www.newmountainfinance.com, our reports, proxies and information statements, and
other information as soon as reasonably practicable after we electronically file such materials with, or furnish to, the Securities and Exchange Commission. Information contained on our website is not
incorporated by reference into this annual report and should not be considered to be a part of this annual report.

Privacy Notice

Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Notice sets forth our policies with respect to non-public personal
information about our stockholders and prospective and former stockholders. These policies apply to stockholders of the Companies and may be changed at any time, provided a notice of such change is
given to you. This notice supersedes any other privacy notice you may have received from us.

We
will safeguard, according to strict standards of security and confidentiality, all information we receive about you. The only information we collect from you is your name, address,
number of shares you hold and your social security number. This information is used only so that we can send you annual reports and other information about us, and send you proxy statements or other
information required by law.

We
do not share this information with any non-affiliated third party except as described below.



We
seek to carefully safeguard your private information and, to that end, restrict access to non-public personal information about you to those employees and other persons
who need to know the information to enable us to provide services to you. We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards to protect your non-public personal information.

If
you have any questions regarding this policy or the treatment of your non-public personal information, please contact our Chief Compliance Officer at
(212) 655-0024.

Item 1A.    Risk Factors

You should carefully consider the significant risks described below, together with all of the other information
included in this combined Form 10-K, including our financial statements and the related combined notes, before making an investment decision in any of the Companies. The risks set
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currently deem to be immaterial may materially affect our business, our structure, the Operating Company's financial condition, the Operating Company's investments and/or operating results. If any of
the following events occur, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be materially affected. In such case, our net asset value and the trading price of NMFC's common stock
could decline. There can be no assurance that we will achieve the Operating Company's investment objective and you may lose all or part of your investment.

RISKS IN THE CURRENT ENVIRONMENT

The downgrade of the U.S. credit rating and the economic crisis in Europe could negatively impact the Operating Company's liquidity, financial condition and earnings, thus
affecting the financial condition and earnings of NMFC and AIV Holdings.

The U.S. debt ceiling and budget deficit concerns, together with signs of deteriorating sovereign debt conditions in Europe, have
increased the possibility of additional credit-rating downgrades and economic slowdowns. Although U.S. lawmakers passed legislation to raise the federal debt ceiling, Standard & Poor's Ratings
Services lowered its long-term sovereign credit rating on the U.S. from "AAA" to "AA+" in August 2011. The impact of this or any further downgrades to the U.S. government's sovereign
credit rating, or its perceived creditworthiness, and the impact of the current crisis in Europe with respect to the ability of certain European Union countries to continue to service their sovereign
debt obligations is inherently unpredictable and could adversely affect the U.S. and global financial markets and economic conditions. There can be no assurance that governmental or other measures to
aid economic recovery will be effective. These developments, and the government's credit concerns in general, could cause interest rates and borrowing costs to rise, which may negatively impact both
the perception of credit risk associated with the Operating Company's debt portfolio and its ability to access the debt markets on favorable terms. In addition, the decreased credit rating could
create broader financial turmoil and uncertainty, which may weigh heavily on NMFC's stock price. Continued adverse economic conditions could have a material adverse effect on the Companies' business,
financial condition and results of operations.

RISKS RELATED TO OUR BUSINESS AND STRUCTURE

We have a limited operating history.

NMFC and AIV Holdings are newly-formed entities while the Operating Company commenced operations in October 2008, owning all of the
operations, including all of the assets and liabilities, of the Predecessor Entities. NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their only business and
sole asset are their ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company. As a result, we are subject to many of the business risks and uncertainties associated with any new business,
including the risk that we may not achieve the Operating Company's investment objective and that, as a result, the value of NMFC's common stock and the Operating Company's units could decline
substantially.

The Operating Company may suffer credit losses.

Investments in small and middle market businesses are highly speculative and involve a high degree of risk of credit loss. These risks
are likely to increase during volatile economic periods, such as the U.S. and many other economies have recently been experiencing.

The Operating Company does not expect to replicate the Predecessor Entities' historical performance or the historical performance of other entities managed or supported by
the New Mountain Capital.

The Operating Company does not expect to replicate the Predecessor Entities' historical performance or the historical performance of
New Mountain Capital's investments. The Operating Company's investment returns may be substantially lower than the returns achieved by the Predecessor Entities. Although the Predecessor Entities
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economic
conditions, this was a favorable environment in which the Operating Company could conduct its business in light of its investment objectives and strategy. In addition, the Operating Company's
investment strategies may differ from those of New Mountain Capital or its affiliates. The Companies, as BDCs, and NMFC and AIV Holdings, as RICs, are subject to certain regulatory restrictions that
do not apply to New Mountain Capital or its affiliates.

The
Operating Company is generally not permitted to invest in any portfolio company in which New Mountain Capital or any of its affiliates currently have an investment or to make any
co-investments with New Mountain Capital or its affiliates, except to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act. This may adversely affect the pace at which the Operating Company makes
investments. Moreover, the Operating Company may operate with a different leverage profile than the Predecessor Entities. Furthermore, none of the prior results from the Predecessor Entities were from
public reporting companies, and all or a portion of these results were achieved in particularly favorable market conditions for the Operating Company's investment strategy which may never be repeated.
Finally, we can offer no assurance that the Operating Company's investment team will be able to continue to implement its investment objective with the same degree of success as it has had in the
past.

There is uncertainty as to the value of the Operating Company's portfolio investments because most of its investments are, and may continue to be in private companies and
recorded at fair value. In addition, because NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies, the fair values of the Operating Company's investments are determined by the Operating Company's board of
directors in accordance with the Operating Company's valuation policy.

Some of the Operating Company's investments are and may be in the form of securities or loans that are not publicly traded. The fair
value of these investments may not be readily determinable. Under the 1940 Act, the Operating Company is required to carry its portfolio investments at market value or, if there is no readily
available market value, at fair value as determined in good faith by its board of directors, including to reflect significant events affecting the value of its securities. The Operating Company values
its investments for which it does not have readily available market quotations quarterly, or more frequently as circumstances require, at fair value as determined in good faith by its board of
directors in accordance with its valuation policy, which is at all times consistent with GAAP. SeeItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary
DataNote 2, Summary of Significant Accounting PoliciesorNote 4, Fair Valuefor additional
information on around valuations.

The
Operating Company's board of directors utilizes the services of one or more independent third-party valuation firms to aid it in determining the fair value with respect to its
material unquoted assets in accordance with its valuation policy. The inputs into the determination of fair value of these investments may require significant management judgment or estimation. Even
if observable market data is available, such information may be the result of consensus pricing information or broker quotes, which include a disclaimer that the broker would not be held to such a
price in an actual transaction. The non-binding nature of consensus pricing and/or quotes accompanied by disclaimers materially reduces the reliability of such information.

The
types of factors that the board of directors takes into account in determining the fair value of its investments generally include, as appropriate: available market data, including
relevant and applicable market trading and transaction comparables, applicable market yields and multiples, security covenants, call protection provisions, information rights, the nature and
realizable value of any collateral, the portfolio company's ability to make payments, its earnings and discounted cash flows and the markets in which it does business, comparisons of financial ratios
of peer companies that are public, comparable merger and acquisition transactions and the principal market and enterprise values. Since these valuations, and particularly valuations of private
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Company's determinations of fair value may differ materially from the values that would have been used if a ready market for these securities existed.

Due
to this uncertainty, the Operating Company's fair value determinations may cause its net asset value and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset value, on any given date,
to materially understate or overstate the value that the Operating Company may ultimately realize upon the sale of one or more of our investments. In addition, investors purchasing NMFC's common stock
based on an overstated net asset value would pay a higher price than the realizable value of our investments might warrant. Since NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies and their only business
and sole asset are their ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset values are based on the Operating Company's valuation and their percentage
interest in the Operating Company.

Although
the Operating Company's current board of directors is comprised of the same individuals as NMFC's and AIV Holdings' board of directors, there can be no assurances that the
Operating Company's board composition will remain the same as NMFC and AIV Holdings. As a result, the value of your investment in NMFC or AIV Holdings could be similarly understated or overstated
based on the Operating Company's fair value determinations. However, in the event that NMFC and/or AIV Holdings' board of directors believes that a different fair value for the Operating Company's
investments is appropriate, NMFC and/or AIV Holdings' board of directors may discuss the differences in the valuations with the Operating Company's board of directors for the purposes of resolving the
differences in valuation. The valuation procedures of NMFC and AIV Holdings are substantially similar to those utilized by the Operating Company described above.

The
Operating Company may adjust quarterly the valuation of its portfolio to reflect its board of directors' determination of the fair value of each investment in its portfolio. Any
changes in fair value are recorded in the Operating Company's statement of operations as net change in unrealized appreciation or depreciation.

The Operating Company's ability to achieve its investment objective depends on key investment personnel of the Investment Adviser. If the Investment Adviser were to lose any
of its key investment personnel, the Operating Company's ability to achieve its investment objective could be significantly harmed.

The Operating Company depends on the investment judgment, skill and relationships of the investment professionals of the Investment
Adviser, particularly Steven B. Klinsky and Robert Hamwee, as well as other key personnel to identify, evaluate, negotiate, structure, execute, monitor and service its investments. The Investment
Adviser, as an affiliate of New Mountain Capital, is supported by New Mountain Capital's team, which as of December 31, 2012 consisted of approximately 100 staff members of New Mountain Capital
and its affiliates to fulfill its obligations to the Operating Company under the Investment Management Agreement. The Investment Adviser may also depend upon New Mountain Capital to obtain access to
investment opportunities originated by the professionals of New Mountain Capital and its affiliates. The Operating Company's future success depends to a significant extent on the continued service and
coordination of the key investment personnel of the Investment Adviser. The departure of any of these individuals could have a material adverse effect on the Operating Company's ability to achieve its
investment objective.

The
Investment Committee, which provides oversight over the Operating Company's investment activities, is provided by the Investment Adviser. The Investment Committee currently consists
of five members. The loss of any member of the Investment Committee or of other senior professionals of the Investment Adviser and its affiliates without suitable replacement could limit the Operating
Company's ability to achieve its investment objective and operate as we anticipate. This could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operation and cash flows. To
achieve the Operating Company's investment objective, the Investment Adviser may hire, train, supervise and manage new investment professionals to participate in its investment selection and
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Adviser is unable to find investment professionals or do so in a timely manner, our business, financial condition and results of operations could be adversely affected.

The Investment Adviser has limited experience managing a BDC or a RIC, which could adversely affect our business.

Other than the Companies, the Investment Adviser has not previously managed a BDC or a RIC. The 1940 Act and the Code impose numerous
constraints on the operations of BDCs and RICs that do not apply to the other investment vehicles previously managed by the investment professionals of the Investment Adviser. For example, under the
1940 Act, BDCs are required to invest at least 70.0% of their total assets primarily in securities of qualifying U.S. private or thinly traded companies, cash, cash equivalents, U.S. government
securities and other high quality debt investments that mature in one year or less. Moreover, qualification for taxation as a RIC under subchapter M of the Code requires satisfaction of
source-of-income, asset diversification and annual distribution requirements. NMFC and AIV Holdings have no assets other than their ownership of common membership units of the
Operating Company and have no material long-term liabilities. As a result, NMFC and AIV Holdings look to the Operating Company's assets and income for purposes of satisfying the
requirements under the 1940 Act applicable to BDCs and the requirements under the Code applicable to RICs. The failure to comply with these provisions in a timely manner could prevent NMFC, AIV
Holdings and the Operating Company from qualifying as BDCs or NMFC and AIV Holdings from qualifying as RICs and could force us to pay unexpected taxes and penalties, which would have a material
adverse effect on our performance. The Investment Adviser's lack of experience in managing a portfolio of assets under the constraints applicable to BDCs and RICs may hinder its ability to take
advantage of attractive investment opportunities and, as a result, achieve the Operating Company's investment objective. If the Operating Company fails to maintain its status as a BDC or operate in a
manner consistent with NMFC's and AIV Holdings' status as RICs, its operating flexibility could be significantly reduced and NMFC and AIV Holdings may be unable to maintain their status as BDCs or
RICs.

The Operating Company operates in a highly competitive market for investment opportunities and may not be able to compete effectively.

The Operating Company competes for investments with other BDCs and investment funds (including private equity and hedge funds), as well
as traditional financial services companies such as commercial banks and other sources of funding. Many of its competitors are substantially larger and have considerably greater financial, technical
and marketing resources than it does. For example, some competitors may have a lower cost of capital and access to funding sources that are not available to the Operating Company. In addition, some of
the Operating Company's competitors may have higher risk tolerances or different risk assessments than the Operating Company has. Furthermore, many of the Operating Company's competitors have greater
experience operating under, or are not subject to, the regulatory restrictions that the 1940 Act imposes on the Companies as BDCs or the source-of-income, asset diversification
and distribution requirements that NMFC and AIV Holdings must satisfy to obtain and maintain their RIC status. These characteristics could allow the Operating Company's competitors to consider a wider
variety of investments, establish more relationships and offer better pricing and more flexible structuring than the Operating Company is able to do. There are a number of new BDCs that have recently
completed their initial public offerings or that have filed registration statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which could create increased competition for investment opportunities.

The
Operating Company may lose investment opportunities if it does not match its competitors' pricing, terms and structure. With respect to the investments the Operating Company makes,
it does not seek to compete based primarily on the interest rates it may offer, and we believe that some of the Operating Company's competitors may make loans with interest rates that may be lower
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offers. In the secondary market for acquiring existing loans, we expect the Operating Company to compete generally on the basis of pricing terms. If the Operating Company matches its competitors'
pricing, terms and structure, it may experience decreased net interest income, lower yields and increased risk of credit loss. If the Operating Company is forced to match its competitors' pricing,
terms and structure, it may not be able to achieve acceptable returns on its investments or may bear substantial risk of capital loss. Part of the Operating Company's competitive advantage stems from
the fact that we believe the market for middle-market lending is underserved by traditional bank lenders and other financial sources. A significant increase in the number and/or the size of the
Operating Company's competitors in this target market could force it to accept less attractive investment terms. The Operating Company may also compete for investment opportunities with accounts
managed by the Investment Adviser or its affiliates. Although the Investment Adviser allocates opportunities in accordance with its policies and procedures, allocations to such other accounts reduces
the amount and frequency of opportunities available to the Operating Company and may not be in the best interests of the Operating Company and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' stockholders.
Moreover, the performance of investment opportunities is not known at the time of allocation. If the Operating
Company is not able to compete effectively, its business, financial condition and results of operations may be adversely affected, thus affecting the business, financial condition and results of
operations of NMFC and AIV Holdings. Because of this competition, there can be no assurance that the Operating Company will be able to identify and take advantage of attractive investment
opportunities that it identifies or that it will be able to fully invest its available capital.

Our business, results of operations and financial condition depends on the Operating Company's ability to manage future growth effectively.

The Operating Company's ability to achieve its investment objective and to grow depends on the Investment Adviser's ability to
identify, invest in and monitor companies that meet the Operating Company's investment criteria. Accomplishing this result on a cost-effective basis is largely a function of the Investment
Adviser's structuring of the investment process, its ability to provide competent, attentive and efficient services to the Operating Company and its ability to access financing on acceptable terms.
The Investment Adviser has substantial responsibilities under the Investment Management Agreement and may also be called upon to provide managerial assistance to the Operating Company's portfolio
companies. These demands on the time of the Investment Adviser and its investment professionals may distract them or slow the Operating Company's rate of investment. In order to grow, the Operating
Company and the Investment Adviser may need to retain, train, supervise and manage new investment professionals. However, these investment professionals may not be able to contribute effectively to
the work of the Investment Adviser. If the Operating Company is unable to manage its future growth effectively, our business, results of operations and financial condition could be materially
adversely affected.

The incentive fee may induce the Investment Adviser to make speculative investments.

The incentive fee payable to the Investment Adviser may create an incentive for the Investment Adviser to pursue investments that are
risky or more speculative than would be the case in the absence of such compensation arrangement, which could result in higher investment losses, particularly during cyclical economic downturns. The
incentive fee payable to the Investment Adviser is calculated based on a percentage of the Operating Company's return on investment capital. This may encourage the Investment Adviser to use leverage
to increase the return on the Operating Company's investments. In addition, because the base management fee is payable based upon the Operating Company's gross assets, which includes any borrowings
for investment purposes, but excludes cash and cash equivalents for investment purposes, the Investment Adviser may be further encouraged to use leverage to make additional investments. Under certain
circumstances, the use of leverage may increase the likelihood of default, which would impair the value of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common membership units of the Operating Company and, consequently,
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incentive fee payable to the Investment Adviser also may create an incentive for the Investment Adviser to invest in instruments that have a deferred interest feature, even if such
deferred payments would not provide the cash necessary for the Operating Company to make distributions to NMFC and AIV Holdings that enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay current distributions to their
stockholders. Under these investments, the Operating Company would accrue the interest over the life of the investment but would not receive the cash income from the investment until the end of the
investment's term, if at all. The Operating Company's net investment income used to calculate the income portion of the incentive fee, however, includes accrued interest. Thus, a portion of the
incentive fee would be based on income that the Operating Company has not yet received in cash and may never receive in cash if the portfolio company is unable to satisfy such interest payment
obligations. In addition, the "catch-up" portion of the incentive fee may encourage the Investment Adviser to accelerate or defer interest payable by portfolio companies from one calendar
quarter to another, potentially resulting in fluctuations in timing and dividend amounts.

The Operating Company may be obligated to pay the Investment Adviser incentive compensation even if the Operating Company incurs a loss.

The Investment Adviser is entitled to incentive compensation for each fiscal quarter in an amount equal to a percentage of the excess
of the Operating Company's Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income for that quarter (before deducting incentive compensation) above a performance threshold for that quarter.
Accordingly, since the performance threshold is based on a percentage of the Operating Company's net asset value, decreases in the Operating Company's net asset value makes it easier to achieve the
performance threshold. The Operating Company's Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income for incentive compensation purposes excludes realized and unrealized capital losses or
depreciation that it may incur in the fiscal quarter, even if such capital losses or depreciation result in a net loss on the Operating Company's statement of operations for that quarter. Thus, the
Operating Company may be required to pay the Investment Adviser incentive compensation for a fiscal quarter even if there is a decline in the value of its portfolio or the Operating Company incurs a
net loss for that quarter.

The Operating Company borrows money, which could magnify the potential for gain or loss on amounts invested in us and increase the risk of investing in us.

The Operating Company borrows money as part of its business plan. Borrowings, also known as leverage, magnify the potential for gain or
loss on invested equity capital and may, consequently, increase the risk of investing in us. We expect the Operating Company to
continue to use leverage to finance its investments, through senior securities issued by banks and other lenders. The Operating Company is restricted from incurring additional indebtedness under the
Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit Facility (the "Credit Facilities"), without lender consent. SeeItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary
DataNote 7, Borrowing Facilitiesfor a detailed discussion on the Credit Facilities. Lenders of these senior securities have fixed dollar claims on the
Operating Company's assets that are superior to NMFC's and AIV Holdings' claim as members of the Operating Company, and, consequently, superior to claims of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common
stockholders. If the value of the Operating Company's assets decreases, leveraging would cause its net asset value and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset value, to decline more sharply
than it otherwise would have had it not leveraged. Similarly, any decrease in the Operating Company's income would cause its net income and consequently NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net income to decline
more sharply than they would have had it not borrowed. Such a decline could adversely affect the Operating Company's ability to make distributions to its members and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV
Holdings' ability to make common stock dividend payments. In addition, because the Operating Company's investments may be illiquid, the Operating Company may be unable to dispose of them or to do so
at a favorable price in the event it needs to do so if it is unable to refinance any indebtedness upon maturity and, as a result, we may suffer losses. Leverage is generally considered a speculative
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The Operating Company's ability to service any debt that it incurs depends largely on its financial performance and is subject to prevailing economic conditions
and competitive pressures. Moreover, as the Investment Adviser's management fee is payable to the Investment Adviser based on gross assets, including those assets acquired through the use of leverage,
the Investment Adviser may have a financial incentive to incur leverage which may not be consistent with NMFC's and AIV Holdings' interests and the interests of their common stockholders. In addition,
holders of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common stock will, indirectly, bear the burden of any increase in the Operating Company's expenses as a result of leverage, including any increase in the management
fee payable to the Investment Adviser.

At
December 31, 2012, the Operating Company had $206.9 million and $214.3 million of indebtedness outstanding under the Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit
Facility, respectively. The Holdings Credit Facility had an effective annual interest rate of 3.1% for the year ended December 31, 2012 and the SLF Credit Facility had an effective interest
rate of 2.3% for the year ended December 31, 2012.

NMFC and the Operating Company may need to raise additional capital to grow the Operating Company.

All of the proceeds from the IPO, the Concurrent Private Placement and subsequent offerings by NMFC were contributed to the Operating
Company in exchange for NMFC's and AIV Holdings' acquisition of common membership units of the Operating Company. The Operating Company may need additional capital to fund new investments and grow its
portfolio of investments once the Operating Company has fully invested these proceeds. NMFC may access the capital markets periodically to issue equity securities, which would in turn increase the
equity capital available to the Operating Company. In addition, the Operating Company may also issue debt securities or borrow from financial institutions in order to obtain such additional capital.
AIV Holdings does not intend to raise any additional equity or debt capital. However, the Operating Company is restricted from incurring additional indebtedness under the Credit Facilities, without
lender consent. NMFC is not permitted to own any other securities other than its common membership units of the Operating Company. As a result, any proceeds from offerings by NMFC of equity securities
would be contributed to the Operating Company. Unfavorable economic conditions could increase NMFC and the Operating Company's funding costs, and as a result AIV Holdings' funding costs, and limit
their access to the capital markets or result in a decision by lenders not to extend credit to the Operating Company. A reduction in the availability of new capital could limit the Operating Company's
ability to grow. In addition, each of NMFC and AIV Holdings are required to distribute at least 90.0% of their net ordinary income and net short-term capital gains in excess of net
long-term capital losses, if any, to their stockholders to obtain and maintain their RIC status. As a result, these earnings will not be available to fund new investments. If NMFC or the
Operating Company is unable to access the capital markets or if the Operating Company is unable to borrow from financial institutions, the Operating Company may be unable to grow its business and
execute its business strategy fully and our earnings, if any, could decrease which could have an adverse effect on the value of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' securities.

If the Operating Company is unable to comply with the covenants or restrictions in the Credit Facilities, our business could be materially adversely affected.

The Credit Facilities include covenants that, subject to exceptions, among other things, restrict the Operating Company's ability to
incur additional indebtedness, pay distributions, create liens on assets, make investments, make acquisitions and engage in mergers or consolidations. The Credit Facilities also include change of
control provisions that accelerate the indebtedness under the facility in the event of certain change of control events. Complying with these restrictions may prevent the Operating Company from taking
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to plan for or react to market conditions or meet extraordinary capital needs or otherwise restrict corporate activities. In addition, the restrictions contained in the Credit Facilities could
limit the Operating Company's ability to make distributions to its members in certain circumstances which could result in NMFC and AIV Holdings failing to qualify as RICs and thus becoming subject to
corporate-level federal income tax (and any applicable state and local taxes).

The
breach of any of the covenants or restrictions unless cured within the applicable grace period, would result in a default under the respective Credit Facilities that would permit the
lender to declare all amounts outstanding to be due and payable. In such an event, the Operating Company may not have sufficient assets to repay such indebtedness. As a result, any default could have
serious consequences to our financial condition. An event of default or an acceleration under the Credit Facilities could also cause a cross-default or cross-acceleration of another debt instrument or
contractual obligation, which would adversely impact the Operating Company's liquidity. An event of default under the Holdings Credit Facility will trigger an event of default under the SLF Credit
Facility. The Operating Company may not be granted waivers or amendments to the Credit Facilities if for any reason it is unable to comply with it, and the Operating Company may not be able to
refinance the Credit Facilities on terms acceptable to it, or at all.

The Operating Company may enter into reverse repurchase agreements, which are another form of leverage.

Subject to limitations in the Credit Facilities, the Operating Company may enter into reverse repurchase agreements as part of its
management of its investment portfolio. Under a reverse repurchase agreement, the Operating Company will effectively pledge its assets as collateral to secure a short-term loan. Generally,
the other party to the agreement makes the loan in an amount equal to a percentage of the fair value of the pledged collateral. At the maturity of the reverse repurchase agreement, the payor will be
required to repay the loan and correspondingly receive back its collateral. While used as collateral, the assets continue to pay principal and interest which are for the benefit of the Operating
Company.

The
Operating Company's use of reverse repurchase agreements, if any, involves many of the same risks involved in its use of leverage, as the proceeds from reverse repurchase agreements
generally will be invested in additional securities. There is a risk that the market value of the securities acquired with the proceeds of a reverse repurchase agreement may decline below the price of
the securities that it has sold but remains obligated to repurchase under the reverse repurchase agreement. In addition, there is a risk that the market value of the securities effectively pledged by
the Operating Company may decline. If a buyer of securities under a reverse repurchase agreement were to file for bankruptcy or experience insolvency, the Operating Company may be adversely affected.
Also, in entering into reverse repurchase agreements, the Operating Company would bear the risk of loss to the extent that the proceeds of such agreements at settlement are more than the fair value of
the underlying securities
being pledged. In addition, due to the interest costs associated with reverse repurchase agreements transactions, the Operating Company's net asset value would decline, and, in some cases, we may be
worse off than if such instruments had not been used.

If the Operating Company is unable to obtain additional debt financing, or if its borrowing capacity is materially reduced, our business could be materially adversely
affected.

The Operating Company may want to obtain additional debt financing, or need to do so upon maturity of its Credit Facilities, in order
to obtain funds which may be made available for investments. The Operating Company is restricted from incurring additional indebtedness under the Credit Facilities without lender consent. The
revolving period under the Holdings Credit Facility ends on October 27, 2014, and the Holdings Credit Facility matures on October 27, 2016. The revolving period under the SLF Credit
Facility ends on October 27, 2014, and the SLF Credit Facility matures on October 27, 2016. If the Operating Company is unable to increase, renew or replace any such facility and enter
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reduced significantly. In addition, if the Operating Company is unable to repay amounts outstanding under any such facilities and is declared in default or is unable to renew or refinance these
facilities, it may not be able to make new investments or operate our business in the normal course. These situations may arise due to circumstances that the Operating Company may be unable to
control, such as lack of access to the credit markets, a severe decline in the value of the U.S. dollar, a further economic downturn or an operational problem that affects third parties or the
Operating Company, and could materially damage the Operating Company's business operations and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' business, results of operations and financial condition.

An extended continuation of the disruption in the capital markets and the credit markets could adversely affect our business.

As BDCs, NMFC and the Operating Company must maintain its ability to raise additional capital for investment purposes. If NMFC or the
Operating Company is unable to access the capital markets or credit markets, the Operating Company may be forced to curtail its business operations and may be unable to pursue new investment
opportunities. The capital markets and the credit markets have experienced extreme volatility in recent periods, and, as a result, there has been and will likely continue to be uncertainty in the
financial markets in general. Disruptions in the capital markets increased the spread between the yields realized on risk-free and higher
risk securities, resulting in illiquidity in parts of the capital markets. In addition, a prolonged period of market illiquidity may cause the Operating Company to reduce the volume of loans it
originates and/or funds and adversely affect the value of our portfolio investments. Unfavorable economic conditions could also increase the Operating Company's funding costs, limit its access to the
capital markets or result in a decision by lenders not to extend credit to the Operating Company. These events could limit the Operating Company's investment originations, limit its ability to grow
and negatively impact our operating results. Ongoing disruptive conditions in the financial industry and the impact of new legislation in response to those conditions could restrict the Operating
Company's business operations and, consequently, could adversely impact NMFC's and AIV Holdings' business, results of operations and financial condition.

If
the fair value of the Operating Company's assets declines substantially, it may fail to maintain the asset coverage ratios imposed upon it by the 1940 Act and contained in its Credit
Facilities. Any such failure would affect the Operating Company's ability to issue senior securities, including borrowings, draw on its Credit Facilities and pay distributions, which could materially
impair its business operations. The Operating Company's liquidity could be impaired further by NMFC, AIV Holdings or the Operating Company's inability to access the capital or credit markets. For
example, we cannot be certain that the Operating Company will be able to renew its credit facilities as they mature or to consummate new borrowing facilities to provide capital for normal operations,
including new originations. Reflecting concern about the stability of the financial markets, many lenders and institutional investors have reduced or ceased providing funding to borrowers. This market
turmoil and tightening of credit have led to increased market volatility and widespread reduction of business activity generally. In addition, adverse economic conditions due to these disruptive
conditions could materially impact the Operating Company's ability to comply with the financial and other covenants in any existing or future credit facilities. If the Operating Company is unable to
comply with these covenants, its business could be materially adversely affected, which could, as a result, materially adversely affect NMFC's and AIV Holdings' business, results of operations and
financial condition.

Changes in interest rates may affect the Operating Company's cost of capital and net investment income.

To the extent the Operating Company borrows money to make investments, the Operating Company's net investment income depend, in part,
upon the difference between the rate at which it borrows funds and the rate at which it invests those funds. As a result, a significant change in market interest rates may have a material adverse
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cost of funds would increase, which could reduce its net investment income. The Operating Company may use interest rate risk management techniques in an effort to limit its exposure to
interest rate fluctuations. These techniques may include various interest rate hedging activities to the extent permitted by the 1940 Act.

The incentive fee the Operating Company pays to the Investment Adviser with respect to capital gains may be effectively greater than 20.0%.

As a result of the operation of the cumulative method of calculating the capital gains portion of the incentive fee the Operating
Company pays to the Investment Adviser, the cumulative aggregate capital gains fee received by the Investment Adviser could be effectively greater than 20.0%, depending on the timing and extent of
subsequent net realized capital losses or net unrealized depreciation. We cannot predict whether, or to what extent, this payment calculation would affect your investment in NMFC or AIV Holdings'
common stock.

RISKS RELATED TO OUR OPERATIONS

Because the Operating Company intends to make distributions to its members that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to obtain and maintain their status as
RICs, and because NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to distribute substantially all of their income to their stockholders to obtain and maintain their status as RICs, the Operating Company will continue to
need additional capital to finance its growth. If additional funds are unavailable or not available on favorable terms, the Operating Company's ability to grow may be impaired.

In order for NMFC and AIV Holdings to qualify for the tax benefits available to RICs and to avoid payment of excise taxes, the
Operating Company intends to make distributions to its members that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to obtain and maintain their status as RICs, and NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to
distribute to their stockholders substantially all of their annual taxable income, except that NMFC may retain certain net capital gains for reinvestment in common membership units of the Operating
Company, and treat such amounts as deemed distributions to its stockholders. If NMFC elects to treat any amounts as deemed distributions, NMFC must pay income taxes at the corporate rate on such
deemed distributions on behalf of its
stockholders. As a result of these requirements, NMFC and the Operating Company may need to raise capital from other sources to grow its business.

As
a BDC, the Operating Company is required to meet a coverage ratio of total assets, less liabilities and indebtedness not represented by senior securities, to total senior securities,
which includes all of the Operating Company's borrowings and any outstanding preferred membership units, of at least 200.0% (i.e., the amount of debt may not exceed 50.0% of the value of the
Operating Company's total assets or the Operating Company may borrow an amount equal to 100.0% of net assets). The Operating Company consolidates the assets and liabilities of NMF SLF for the purposes
of its financial statements and calculating compliance with the 200.0% asset coverage ratio. Since NMFC and AIV Holdings have no assets other than their ownership of common membership units of the
Operating Company and have no material long-term liabilities, NMFC and AIV Holdings look to the Operating Company's assets for purposes of satisfying this test. These requirements limit
the amount that the Operating Company may borrow. Because the Operating Company continues to need capital to grow its investment portfolio, these limitations may prevent the Operating Company from
incurring debt and require NMFC to raise additional equity at a time when it may be disadvantageous to do so. While we expect the Operating Company will be able to borrow and to issue additional debt
securities and expect that NMFC will be able to issue additional equity securities, which would in turn increase the equity capital available to the Operating Company, we cannot assure you that debt
and equity financing will be available to the Operating Company on favorable terms, or at all. In addition, as a BDC, NMFC generally is not permitted to issue equity securities priced below net asset
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funds are not available to NMFC or the Operating Company, the Operating Company may be u forced to curtail or cease new investment activities, and the Operating Company's net asset value
and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset value, could decline.

Our ability to enter into transactions with our affiliates is restricted.

As BDCs, the Companies are prohibited under the 1940 Act from participating in certain transactions with their respective affiliates
without the prior approval of their respective independent directors and, in some cases, the Securities and Exchange Commission. Any person that owns, directly or indirectly, 5.0% or more of NMFC's or
AIV Holdings' outstanding voting securities is an affiliate of the Companies for purposes of the 1940 Act. The Companies are generally prohibited from buying or selling any securities (other than
their respective securities) from or to an affiliate. The 1940 Act also prohibits certain "joint" transactions with an affiliate, which could include investments in the same portfolio company (whether
at the same or different times), without prior approval of independent directors and, in some cases, the Securities and Exchange Commission. If a
person acquires more than 25.0% of NMFC's or AIV Holdings' voting securities, the Companies are prohibited from buying or selling any security (other than their respective securities) from or to such
person or certain of that person's affiliates, or entering into prohibited joint transactions with such persons, absent the prior approval of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Similar
restrictions limit the Companies' ability to transact business with their respective officers or directors or their affiliates. As a result of these restrictions, the Operating Company may be
prohibited from buying or selling any security from or to any portfolio company of a private equity fund managed by any affiliate of the Investment Adviser without the prior approval of the Securities
and Exchange Commission, which may limit the scope of investment opportunities that would otherwise be available to the Operating Company.

The Investment Adviser has significant potential conflicts of interest with NMFC, AIV Holdings and the Operating Company and, consequently, your interests as stockholders
which could adversely impact our investment returns.

The Companies' executive officers and directors, as well as the current or future investment professionals of the Investment Adviser,
serve or may serve as officers, directors or principals of entities that operate in the same or a related line of business as we do or of investment funds managed by the Companies' affiliates.
Accordingly, they may have obligations to investors in those entities, the fulfillment of which might not be in your interests as stockholders. Although we are currently New Mountain Capital's only
vehicle focused primarily on investing in the Target Securities, in the future, the investment professionals of the Investment Adviser and/or New Mountain Capital employees that provide services
pursuant to the Investment Management Agreement may manage other funds which may from time to time have overlapping investment objectives with our own and, accordingly, may invest in, whether
principally or secondarily, asset classes similar to those targeted by us. If this occurs, the Investment Adviser may face conflicts of interest in allocating investment opportunities to the Operating
Company and such other funds. Although the investment professionals endeavor to allocate investment opportunities in a fair and equitable manner, it is possible that the Operating Company may not be
given the opportunity to participate in certain investments made by the Investment Adviser or persons affiliated with the Investment Adviser or that certain of these investment funds may be favored
over the Operating Company. When these investment professionals identify an investment, they may be forced to choose which investment fund should make the investment.

If
the Investment Adviser forms other affiliates in the future, the Operating Company may co-invest on a concurrent basis with such other affiliate, subject to compliance
with applicable regulations and regulatory guidance or an exemptive order from the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Operating Company's allocation procedures. In addition, the Operating
Company pays management and incentive fees to the Investment Adviser and reimburses the Investment Adviser for certain expenses it incurs. As a result, investors in NMFC's common stock invest in NMFC
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in the Operating Company, on a "gross" basis and receive distributions on a "net" basis after NMFC's pro rata share of the Operating Company's expenses. Also, the incentive fee payable to
the Investment Adviser may create an incentive for the Investment Adviser to pursue investments that are riskier or more speculative than would be the case in the absence of such compensation
arrangements. Any potential conflict of interest arising as a result of the arrangements with the Investment Adviser could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and
financial condition.

The Investment Committee, the Investment Adviser or its affiliates may, from time to time, possess material non-public information, limiting the Operating
Company's investment discretion.

The Investment Adviser's investment professionals, Investment Committee or their respective affiliates may serve as directors of, or in
a similar capacity with, companies in which we invest through the Operating Company, the securities of which are purchased or sold on the Operating Company's behalf. In the event that material
non-public information is obtained with respect to such companies, or we become subject to trading restrictions under the internal trading policies of those companies or as a result of
applicable law or regulations, the Operating Company could be prohibited for a period of time from purchasing or selling the securities of such companies, and this prohibition may have an adverse
effect on the Operating Company and, consequently, your interests as stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings.

The valuation process for certain of the Operating Company's portfolio holdings creates a conflict of interest.

Some of the Operating Company's portfolio investments are made in the form of securities that are not publicly traded. As a result, the
Operating Company's board of directors determines the fair value of these securities in good faith. In connection with this determination, investment professionals from the Investment Adviser may
provide the Operating Company's board of directors with portfolio company valuations based upon the most recent portfolio company financial statements available and projected financial results of each
portfolio company. In addition, Steven B. Klinsky, a member of the Companies' board of directors, has an indirect pecuniary interest in the Investment Adviser. The participation of the Investment
Adviser's investment professionals in the Operating Company's valuation process, and the indirect pecuniary interest in the Investment Adviser by a member of the Companies' board of directors, could
result in a conflict of interest as the Investment Adviser's management fee is based, in part, on the Operating Company's gross assets and incentive fees are based, in part, on unrealized gains and
losses.

Conflicts of interest may exist related to other arrangements with the Investment Adviser or its affiliates.

The Companies have entered into a royalty-free license agreement with New Mountain Capital under which New Mountain Capital
has agreed to grant the Companies a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the name "New Mountain". In addition, the Operating Company reimburses the Administrator for the
allocable portion of overhead and other expenses incurred by the Administrator in performing its obligations to the Companies under the Administration Agreement, such as rent and the allocable portion
of the cost of the Companies' chief financial officer and chief compliance officer and their respective staffs. This could create conflicts of interest that the Operating Company's board of directors
must monitor.

The Investment Management Agreement with the Investment Adviser and the Administration Agreement with the Administrator were not negotiated on an arm's length basis.

The Investment Management Agreement and the Administration Agreement were negotiated between related parties. In addition, the
Companies may choose not to enforce, or to enforce less vigorously, their respective rights and remedies under these agreements because of their desire to maintain their ongoing relationship with the
Investment Adviser, the Administrator and their respective affiliates. Any such decision, however, could cause NMFC and AIV Holdings to breach its fiduciary obligations to its stockholders.

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The Investment Adviser's liability is limited under the Investment Management Agreement, and the Operating Company has agreed to indemnify the Investment Adviser against
certain liabilities, which may lead the Investment Adviser to act in a riskier manner than it would when acting for its own account.

Under the Investment Management Agreement, the Investment Adviser does not assume any responsibility other than to render the services
called for under that agreement, and it is not responsible for any action of the Operating Company's board of directors in following or declining to follow the Investment Adviser's advice or
recommendations. Under the terms of the Investment Management Agreement, the Investment Adviser, its officers, members, personnel, any person controlling or controlled by the Investment Adviser are
not liable to the Companies, their subsidiaries or any of their respective directors, members or stockholders or any subsidiary's stockholders or partners for acts or omissions performed in accordance
with and pursuant to the Investment Management Agreement, except those resulting from acts constituting gross negligence, willful misconduct, bad faith or reckless disregard of the Investment
Adviser's duties under the Investment Management Agreement. In addition, the Operating Company has agreed to indemnify the Investment Adviser and each of its officers, directors, members, managers and
employees from and against any claims or liabilities, including reasonable legal fees and other expenses reasonably incurred, arising out of or in connection with our business and operations or any
action taken or omitted pursuant to authority granted by the Investment Management Agreement, except where attributable to gross negligence, willful misconduct, bad faith or reckless disregard of such
person's duties under the
Investment Management Agreement. These protections may lead the Investment Adviser to act in a riskier manner than it would when acting for its own account.

The Investment Adviser can resign upon 60 days' notice, and a suitable replacement may not be found within that time, resulting in disruptions in the Operating
Company's operations that could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.

Under the Investment Management Agreement, the Investment Adviser has the right to resign at any time upon 60 days' written
notice, whether a replacement has been found or not. If the Investment Adviser resigns, the Operating Company may not be able to find a new investment adviser or hire internal management with similar
expertise and ability to provide the same or equivalent services on acceptable terms within 60 days, or at all. If a replacement is not able to be found on a timely basis, our business, results
of operations and financial condition and the Operating Company's ability to pay distributions are likely to be materially adversely affected and the market price of NMFC's common stock may decline.
In addition, if the Operating Company is unable to identify and reach an agreement with a single institution or group of executives having the expertise possessed by the Investment Adviser and its
affiliates, the coordination of its internal management and investment activities is likely to suffer. Even if the Operating Company is able to retain comparable management, whether internal or
external, their integration into the Operating Company's business and lack of familiarity with the Operating Company's investment objective may result in additional costs and time delays that may
materially adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.

The Administrator can resign upon 60 days notice from its role as Administrator under the Administration Agreement, and a suitable replacement may not be found,
resulting in disruptions that could adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.

The Administrator has the right to resign under the Administration Agreement upon 60 days' written notice, whether a replacement
has been found or not. If the Administrator resigns, it may be difficult to find a new administrator or hire internal management with similar expertise and ability to provide the same or equivalent
services on acceptable terms, or at all. If a replacement is not found quickly, our business, results of operations and financial condition as well as the Operating Company's ability to pay
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stock
may decline. In addition, the coordination of the Companies' internal management and administrative activities is likely to suffer if they are unable to identify and reach an agreement with a
service provider or individuals with the expertise possessed by the Administrator. Even if a comparable service provider or individuals to perform such services are retained, whether internal or
external, their integration into the Operating Company's business and lack of familiarity with the Operating Company's investment objective may result in additional costs and time delays that may
materially adversely affect our business, results of operations and financial condition.

If NMFC, AIV Holdings and the Operating Company fail to maintain their status as BDCs, our business and operating flexibility could be significantly reduced.

The Companies qualify as BDCs under the 1940 Act. The 1940 Act imposes numerous constraints on the operations of BDCs. For example,
BDCs are required to invest at least 70.0% of their total assets in specified types of securities, primarily in private companies or thinly-traded U.S. public companies, cash, cash equivalents, U.S.
government securities and other high quality debt investments that mature in one year or less. Failure to comply with the requirements imposed on BDCs by the 1940 Act could cause the Securities and
Exchange Commission to bring an enforcement action against the Companies and/or expose the Companies to claims of private litigants. In addition, upon approval of a majority of NMFC or AIV Holdings'
stockholders, or, in the Operating Company's case, a majority of its members voting on a pass through basis, the Companies may elect to withdraw their respective election as a BDC. If the Companies
decide to withdraw their election, or if the Companies otherwise fail to qualify, or maintain their qualification, as BDCs, the Companies may be subject to the substantially greater regulation under
the 1940 Act as a closed-end investment company. Compliance with these regulations would significantly decrease our operating flexibility and could significantly increase our cost of doing
business.

If the Operating Company does not invest a sufficient portion of its assets in qualifying assets, it could be precluded from investing in certain assets or could be required
to dispose of certain assets, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.

As a BDC, the Operating Company is prohibited from acquiring any assets other than "qualifying assets" unless, at the time of and after
giving effect to such acquisition, at least 70.0% of our total assets are qualifying assets. We may acquire in the future other investments that are not "qualifying assets" to the extent permitted by
the 1940 Act. If the Operating Company does not invest a sufficient portion of its assets in qualifying assets, it would be prohibited from investing in additional assets, which could have a material
adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Similarly, these rules could prevent the Operating Company from making follow-on investments in existing
portfolio companies (which could result in the
dilution of its position) or could require the Operating Company to dispose of investments at inopportune times in order to come into compliance with the 1940 Act. If the Operating Company needs to
dispose of these investments quickly, it may be difficult to dispose of such investments on favorable terms. For example, the Operating Company may have difficulty in finding a buyer and, even if a
buyer is found, it may have to sell the investments at a substantial loss.

The Operating Company's ability to invest in public companies may be limited in certain circumstances.

To maintain the Operating Company's status, and consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' status as BDCs, the Operating Company is not
permitted to acquire any assets other than "qualifying assets" specified in the 1940 Act unless, at the time the acquisition is made, at least 70.0% of its total assets are qualifying assets (with
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a national securities exchange may be treated as qualifying assets only if such issuer has a common equity market capitalization that is less than $250.0 million at the time of such
investment.

Regulations governing the operations of BDCs will affect NMFC's ability to raise additional equity capital as well as the Operating Company's ability to issue senior
securities or borrow for investment purposes, any or all of which could have a negative effect on our investment objectives and strategies.

The Operating Company's business requires a substantial amount of capital. The Operating Company may acquire additional capital from
the issuance of senior securities, including borrowing or other indebtedness. In addition, NMFC may also issue additional equity capital, which would in turn increase the equity capital available to
the Operating Company. Under the 1940 Act, NMFC is not permitted to own any other securities other than common membership units of the Operating Company. As a result, any proceeds from offerings of
NMFC's equity securities would be contributed to the Operating Company and subsequently used by the Operating Company for investment purposes. However, NMFC and the Operating Company may not be able
to raise additional capital in the future on favorable terms or at all.

The
Operating Company may issue debt securities, other evidences of indebtedness or preferred membership units, and it may borrow money from banks or other financial institutions, which
we refer to collectively as "senior securities", up to the maximum amount permitted by the 1940 Act. The 1940 Act permits the Operating Company to issue senior securities in amounts such that its
asset coverage, as defined in the 1940 Act, equals at least 200.0% after each issuance of senior securities. The Operating Company consolidates the assets and liabilities of NMF SLF for purposes of
its financial statements and calculating compliance with the 200.0% asset coverage ratio. If the Operating Company's asset coverage ratio is not at least 200.0%, it would be unable to issue senior
securities, and if it had senior securities outstanding (other than any indebtedness issued in consideration of a privately arranged loan, such as any indebtedness outstanding under the Credit
Facilities), it would be unable to make distributions to its members and, consequently, NMFC and AIV Holdings would be unable to pay dividends. However, at December 31, 2012, the only senior
securities outstanding were indebtedness under the Credit Facilities and therefore at December 31, 2012, the Operating Company would not have been precluded from paying distributions. If the
value of the Operating Company's or NMF SLF's assets declines, the Operating Company may be unable to satisfy this test. If that happens, the Operating Company or NMF SLF may be required to liquidate
a portion of its investments and repay a portion of its indebtedness at a time when such sales may be disadvantageous.

The
Holdings Credit Facility matures on October 27, 2016 and permits borrowings of $210.0 million as of December 31, 2012. The Holdings Credit Facility had
$206.9 million in debt outstanding as of December 31, 2012. The SLF Credit Facility matures on October 27, 2016 and permits borrowings of $215.0 million as of
December 31, 2012. The SLF Credit Facility had $214.3 million in debt outstanding as of December 31, 2012.

In
addition, the Operating Company may in the future seek to securitize other portfolio securities to generate cash for funding new investments. To securitize loans, the Operating
Company would likely create a wholly-owned subsidiary and contribute a pool of loans to the subsidiary. The Operating Company would then sell interests in the subsidiary on a non-recourse
basis to purchasers and it would retain all or a portion of the equity in the subsidiary. If the Operating Company is unable to successfully securitize its loan portfolio, which must be done in
compliance with the relevant restrictions in the Credit Facilities, its ability to grow its business or fully execute its business strategy could be impaired and our earnings, if any, could decrease.
The securitization market is subject to changing market conditions and the Operating Company may not be able to access this market when it would otherwise deem appropriate. Moreover, the successful
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sell interests will tend to be those that are riskier and more apt to generate losses. The 1940 Act also may impose restrictions on the structure of any securitization.

NMFC
may also obtain capital for use by the Operating Company through the issuance of additional equity capital, which would in turn increase the equity capital available to the
Operating Company. As a BDC, NMFC generally is not able to issue or sell its common stock at a price below net asset value per share. If NMFC's common stock trades at a discount to its net asset value
per share, this restriction could adversely affect its ability to raise equity capital. NMFC may, however, sell its common stock, or warrants, options or rights to acquire its common stock, at a price
below its net asset value per share of the common stock if its board of directors and independent directors determine that such sale is in its best interests and the best interests of its
stockholders, and its stockholders approve such sale. In any such case, the price at which NMFC's securities are to be issued and sold may not be less than a price that, in the determination of NMFC's
board of directors, closely approximates the market value of such securities (less any underwriting commission or discount). If NMFC raises additional funds by issuing more shares of its common stock
or if the Operating Company issues senior securities convertible into, or exchangeable for, NMFC's common stock, the percentage ownership of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' stockholders may decline and you
may experience dilution. Any proceeds from the issuance of additional shares of NMFC's common stock would be contributed to the Operating Company and used to purchase, on a
one-for-one basis, additional common membership units of the Operating Company.

The Operating Company's business model in the future may depend to an extent upon our referral relationships with private equity sponsors, and the inability of the
investment professionals of the Investment Adviser to maintain or develop these relationships, or the failure of these relationships to generate investment opportunities, could adversely affect its
business strategy.

If the investment professionals of the Investment Adviser fail to maintain existing relationships or develop new relationships with
other sponsors or sources of investment opportunities, the Operating Company may not be able to grow our investment portfolio. In addition, individuals with whom the investment professionals of the
Investment Adviser have relationships are not obligated to provide the Operating Company with investment opportunities, and, therefore, there is no assurance that any relationships they currently or
may in the future have will generate investment opportunities for the Operating Company.

We may experience fluctuations in our annual and quarterly results due to the nature of our business.

We could experience fluctuations in our annual and quarterly operating results due to a number of factors, some of which are beyond our
control, including the ability or inability of the Operating Company to make investments in companies that meet its investment criteria, the interest rate payable on the debt securities acquired and
the default rate on such securities, the level of the Operating Company's expenses, variations in and the timing of the recognition of realized and unrealized gains or losses, the degree to which the
Operating Company encounters competition in the markets in which it operates and general economic conditions. As a result of these factors, results for any period should not be relied upon as being
indicative of performance in future periods.

The Operating Company's board of directors may change its investment objective, operating policies and strategies without prior notice or member approval, the effects of
which may be adverse to your interest as a stockholder.

The Operating Company's board of directors has the authority, except as otherwise provided in the 1940 Act, to modify or waive certain
of its operating policies and strategies without prior notice and without member approval. As a result, the Operating Company's board of directors may be able to change its investment policies and
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stockholders.
However, absent member approval, voting on a pass through basis, the Operating Company may not change the nature of its business so as to cease to be, or withdraw its election as, a BDC.
Under Delaware law and the Operating Company's Limited Liability Company Agreement, the Operating Company also cannot be dissolved without prior member approval, voting on a pass through basis. We
cannot predict the effect any changes to the Operating Company's current operating policies and strategies would have on our business, operating results and the market price of NMFC's common stock.
Nevertheless, any such changes could adversely affect our business and impair the Operating Company's ability to make distributions to its members, and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' ability
to make distributions to its stockholders.

NMFC and AIV Holdings will be subject to corporate-level federal income tax on all of their respective income if they are unable to maintain RIC status under
Subchapter M of the Code, which would have a material adverse effect on their respective financial performance.

Although NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to continue to qualify annually as RICs under Subchapter M of the Code, no assurance can
be given that NMFC and AIV Holdings will be able to maintain their RIC status. To maintain RIC status and be relieved of federal income taxes on income and gains distributed to their stockholders,
NMFC and AIV Holdings must meet the annual distribution, source-of-income and asset diversification requirements described below. However, NMFC and AIV Holdings have no assets,
other than their direct ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company, and no source of cash flow, other than distributions from the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings are not
permitted to conduct any business or ventures, other than in connection with the acquisition, ownership or disposition of common membership units of the Operating Company and its operation as a public
reporting company. Accordingly, NMFC and AIV Holdings look to the assets and income of the Operating Company, and rely on the distributions made by the Operating Company to their members, for purposes
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Although
there is no authority directly applicable to NMFC and AIV Holdings and thus the matter is not free from doubt, it is expected that NMFC and AIV Holdings is treated as if they
directly invested in their pro rata share of the Operating Company's assets for purposes of satisfying the asset diversification requirement. However, there can be no assurance that the IRS will not
successfully assert that NMFC and AIV Holdings do not meet the asset diversification requirement because they are unable to look to the Operating Company's assets for purpose of that requirement. In
that case, NMFC and AIV Holdings would fail to qualify as RICs and thus become subject to corporate-level federal income tax (and any applicable state and local taxes).

If
NMFC and AIV Holdings fail to qualify for or maintain their RIC status for any reason, and NMFC and AIV Holdings do not qualify for certain relief provisions under the Code, NMFC and
AIV Holdings would be subject to corporate-level federal income tax (and any applicable state and local taxes). In this event, the resulting taxes could substantially reduce NMFC's and AIV Holdings'
net assets, the amount of income available for distribution and the amount of its distributions, which would have a material adverse effect on its financial performance.

You may have current tax liabilities on distributions you reinvest in common stock of NMFC.

Under the dividend reinvestment plan, if you own shares of common stock of NMFC registered in your own name, you will have all cash
distributions automatically reinvested in additional shares of common stock of NMFC unless you opt out of the dividend reinvestment plan by delivering notice by phone, internet or in writing to the
plan administrator at least three days prior to the payment date of the next dividend or distribution. If you have not "opted out" of the dividend reinvestment plan, you will be deemed to have
received, and for federal income tax purposes will be taxed on, the amount reinvested in common stock of NMFC to the extent the amount reinvested was not a tax-free return of capital. As a
result, you may have to use funds from other sources to pay your federal income tax liability on the value of the common stock received.

NMFC and AIV Holdings may not be able to pay you distributions on their common stock, their distributions to you may not grow over time and a portion of their distributions
to you may be a return of capital for federal income tax purposes.

NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to pay quarterly distributions to their stockholders out of assets legally available for distribution. We
cannot assure you that we will continue to achieve investment results that will allow NMFC to make a specified level of cash distributions or year-to-year increases in cash
distributions. If the Operating Company is
unable to satisfy the asset coverage test applicable to it as a BDC, or if it violates certain covenants under the Credit Facilities, the Operating Company's ability to pay distributions to its
members could be limited, thereby limiting NMFC's and AIV Holdings' ability to pay distributions to their stockholders. All distributions are paid at the discretion of the Operating Company's board of
directors and depend on its earnings, financial condition, maintenance of NMFC and AIV Holdings RIC status, compliance with applicable BDC regulations, compliance with covenants under the Credit
Facilities, and such other factors as the Operating Company's board of directors may deem relevant from time to time. The distributions NMFC and AIV Holdings pay to their stockholders in a year may
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addition, because NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies, NMFC and AIV Holdings are only able to pay distributions on their common stock from distributions received from the
Operating Company. The Operating Company intends to make distributions to its members that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay quarterly distributions to their stockholders and
to obtain and maintain their status as RICs. However, there can be no assurances that the Operating Company will make distributions to its members in the future. Accordingly, NMFC and AIV Holdings
cannot assure you that they will pay distributions to you in the future.

NMFC and AIV Holdings may have difficulty paying their required distributions if the Operating Company recognizes taxable income before or without receiving cash
representing such income.

For federal income tax purposes, NMFC and AIV Holdings include in their taxable income their allocable share of certain amounts that
the Operating Company has not yet received in cash, such as original issue discount or accruals on a contingent payment debt instrument, which may occur if the Operating Company receives warrants in
connection with the origination of a loan or possibly in other circumstances or contracted PIK interest, which generally represents contractual interest added to the loan balance and due at the end of
the loan term. NMFC and AIV Holdings allocable share of such original issue discount and PIK interest are included in NMFC and AIV Holdings taxable income before the Operating Company receives any
corresponding cash payments. NMFC and AIV Holdings also may be required to include in their taxable income their allocable share of certain other amounts that the Operating Company will not receive in
cash.

Because
in certain cases the Operating Company may recognize taxable income before or without receiving cash representing such income, the Operating Company may have difficulty making
distributions to the Operating Company's members that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to meet the annual distribution requirement necessary for NMFC and AIV Holdings to
qualify as RICs. Accordingly, the Operating Company may need to sell some of its assets at times and/or at prices that it would not consider advantageous, NMFC or the Operating Company may need to
raise additional equity or debt capital, or the Operating Company may need to forego new investment opportunities or otherwise take actions that are disadvantageous to its business (or be unable to
take actions that are advantageous to its business) to enable the Operating Company to make distributions to its members that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to meet the annual
distribution requirement. If NMFC or the Operating Company are unable to obtain cash from other sources to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to meet the annual distribution requirement, NMFC and AIV
Holdings may fail to qualify for the federal income tax benefits allowable to RICs and, thus, become subject to a corporate-level federal income tax (and any applicable state and local taxes).

It
is expected that, if the Operating Company does not make cash distributions to AIV Holdings in amounts sufficient for AIV Holdings to meet the annual distribution requirement
necessary for AIV Holdings to qualify as a RIC, Guardian AIV would consent to be treated as if it received distributions from AIV Holdings sufficient to satisfy the annual distribution requirement
necessary for AIV Holdings to qualify as a RIC. This would result in phantom (i.e. non-cash) taxable income to Guardian AIV.

Changes in laws or regulations governing the Operating Company's operations may adversely affect our business or cause the Operating Company to alter its business strategy.

Changes in the laws or regulations or the interpretations of the laws and regulations that govern BDCs, RICs or
non-depository commercial lenders could significantly affect our operations and our cost of doing business. The Companies and the Operating Company's portfolio companies are subject to
federal, state and local laws and regulations. New legislation may be enacted or new interpretations, rulings or regulations could be adopted, any of which could materially adversely affect our
business, including with respect to the types of investments the Operating Company is permitted to make, and your interest as a stockholder potentially with retroactive effect. In addition, any
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regulations governing the Operating Company's operations relating to permitted investments may cause the Operating Company to alter its investment strategy in order to avail itself of new or
different opportunities. These changes could result in material changes to the strategies and plans set forth in this prospectus and may result in the Operating Company's investment focus shifting
from the areas of expertise of the Investment Adviser to other types of investments in which the Investment Adviser may have less expertise or little or no experience. Any such changes, if they occur,
could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition and, consequently, the value of your investment in us.

On
July 21, 2010, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, or Dodd-Frank, became law. The scope of Dodd-Frank impacts
many aspects of the financial services industry, and it requires the development and adoption of many implementing regulations over the next several months and years. The effects of
Dodd-Frank on the financial services industry will depend upon the timing and substance of regulations adopted by the various regulatory authorities to implement Dodd-Frank.

The affect of global climate change may impact the operations of the Operating Company's portfolio companies.

There may be evidence of global climate change. Climate change creates physical and financial risk and some of the Operating Company's
portfolio companies may be adversely affected by climate change. For example, the needs of customers of energy companies vary with weather conditions, primarily temperature and humidity. To the extent
weather conditions are affected by climate change, energy use could increase or decrease depending on the duration and magnitude of any changes. Increases in the cost of energy could adversely affect
the cost of operations of the Operating Company's portfolio companies if the use of energy products or services is material to their business. A decrease in energy use due to weather changes may
affect some of the Operating Company's portfolio companies' financial condition, through decreased revenues. Extreme weather conditions in general require more system backup, adding to costs, and can
contribute to increased system stresses, including service interruptions.

Pending legislation may allow the Operating Company to incur additional leverage.

As a BDC, under the 1940 Act the Operating Company generally is not permitted to incur indebtedness unless immediately after such
borrowing the Operating Company has an asset coverage for total borrowings of at least 200.0% (i.e., the amount of debt may not exceed 50.0% of the value of the Operating Company's total assets
or the Operating Company may borrow an amount equal to 100.0% of net assets). Recent legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, if passed, would modify this section of the 1940 Act
and increase the amount of debt that BDCs may incur by modifying the percentage from 200.0% to 150.0%. As a result, the Operating Company may be able to incur additional indebtedness in the future and
therefore your risk of an investment in NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common stock may increase.

NMFC incurs significant costs as a result of being a publicly traded company.

As a publicly traded company, NMFC incurs legal, accounting and other expenses, which are paid by the Operating Company, including
costs associated with the periodic reporting requirements applicable to a company whose securities are registered under the Exchange Act, as well as additional corporate governance requirements,
including requirements under the Sarbanes- Oxley Act of 2002, or the "Sarbanes-Oxley Act", and other rules implemented by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Efforts to comply with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act involve significant expenditures, and non-compliance with Section 404 of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act may adversely affect NMFC and the market price of NMFC's common stock.

The Companies are subject to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and the related rules and regulations promulgated by the Securities and Exchange
Commission. Under current Securities and Exchange Commission rules, the Operating Company's management is required to report on their internal control over financial reporting pursuant to
Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission thereunder. The Companies are required to review on an annual basis their respective
internal control over financial reporting, and on a quarterly and annual basis to evaluate and disclose changes in our respective internal control over financial reporting. As a result, the Companies
may incur significant additional expenses in the near term, which may negatively impact the Operating Company's financial performance and the Operating Company's ability to make distributions to its
members and, consequently, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' ability to make distributions to their stockholders. This process also may result in a diversion of management's time and attention. We cannot be
certain as to the timing of completion of any evaluation, testing and remediation actions or the impact of the same on our operations and neither of the Companies may be able to ensure that the
process is effective or that our internal control over financial reporting is or will be effective in a timely manner. In the event that the Companies are unable to maintain or achieve compliance with
Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and related rules, the Operating Company and, consequently, the market price of NMFC and AIV Holdings common stock may be adversely affected.

The Operating Company's business is highly dependent on information systems and systems failures could significantly disrupt our business, which may, in turn, negatively
affect the market price of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common stock and its ability to pay dividends.

The Operating Company's business is highly dependent on the communications and information systems of the Investment Adviser and its
affiliates. Any failure or interruption of such systems could cause delays or other problems in the Operating Company's activities. This, in turn, could have a material adverse effect on the Operating
Company's operating results and, consequently, negatively affect the market price of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' common stock and their ability to pay dividends to their stockholders. In addition,
because many of the Operating Company's portfolio companies operate and rely on network infrastructure and enterprise applications and internal technology systems for development, marketing,
operational, support and other business activities, a disruption or failure of any or all of these systems in the event of a major telecommunications failure, cyber-attack, fire, earthquake, severe
weather conditions or other catastrophic event could cause system interruptions, delays in product development and loss of critical data and could otherwise disrupt their business operations.

RISKS RELATING TO THE OPERATING COMPANY'S INVESTMENTS

The Operating Company's investments in portfolio companies may be risky, and the Operating Company could lose all or part of its investment.

Investing in middle-market businesses involves a number of significant risks. Among other things, these
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addition, in the course of providing significant managerial assistance to certain of the Operating Company's portfolio companies, certain of the Operating Company's officers and
directors may serve as directors on the boards of such companies. To the extent that litigation arises out of the Operating Company's investments in these companies, the Operating Company's officers
and directors may be named as defendants in such litigation, which could result in an expenditure of funds (through the Operating Company's indemnification of such officers and directors) and the
diversion of management time and resources.

The Operating Company's investment strategy, which is focused primarily on privately held companies, presents certain challenges, including the lack of available information
about these companies.

The Operating Company invests primarily in privately held companies. There is generally little public information about these
companies, and, as a result, the Operating Company must rely on the ability of the Investment Adviser to obtain adequate information to evaluate the potential returns from, and risks related to,
investing in these companies. If the Operating Company is unable to uncover all material information about these companies, it may not make a fully informed investment decision, and it may lose money
on its investments. Also, privately held companies frequently have less diverse product lines and smaller market presence than larger competitors. They are, thus, generally more vulnerable to economic
downturns and may experience substantial variations in operating results. These factors could adversely affect the Operating Company's investment returns.

If the Operating Company makes unsecured investments, those investments might not generate sufficient cash flow to service their debt obligations to the Operating Company.

The Operating Company may make unsecured investments. Unsecured investments may be subordinated to other obligations of the obligor.
Unsecured investments often reflect a greater possibility that adverse changes in the financial condition of the obligor or general economic conditions (including, for example, a substantial period of
rising interest rates or declining earnings) or both may impair the ability of the obligor to make payment of principal and interest. If the Operating Company makes an unsecured investment in a
portfolio company, that portfolio company may be highly leveraged, and its relatively high debt-to-equity ratio may increase the risk that its operations might not generate
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If the Operating Company invests in the securities and obligations of distressed and bankrupt issuers, it might not receive interest or other payments.

From time to time, the Operating Company may invest in other types of investments which are not its primary focus, including
investments in the securities and obligations of distressed and bankrupt issuers, including debt obligations that are in covenant or payment default.
Such investments generally are considered speculative. The repayment of defaulted obligations is subject to significant uncertainties. Defaulted obligations might be repaid only after lengthy workout
or bankruptcy proceedings, during which the issuer of those obligations might not make any interest or other payments.

The lack of liquidity in the Operating Company's investments may adversely affect our business.

The Operating Company invests, and will continue to invest, in companies whose securities are not publicly traded and whose securities
will be subject to legal and other restrictions on resale or will otherwise be less liquid than publicly traded securities. The illiquidity of these investments may make it difficult for the Operating
Company to sell these investments when desired. In addition, if the Operating Company is required or otherwise chooses to liquidate all or a portion of its portfolio quickly, it may realize
significantly less than the value at which it had previously recorded these investments. The Operating Company's investments are usually subject to contractual or legal restrictions on resale or are
otherwise illiquid because there is usually no established trading market for such investments. Because most of the Operating Company's investments are illiquid, the Operating Company may be unable to
dispose of them in which case NMFC or AIV Holdings could fail to qualify as a RIC and/or BDC, or the Operating Company may be unable to do so at a favorable price, and, as a result, the Operating
Company, NMFC and AIV Holdings may suffer losses.

Price declines and illiquidity in the corporate debt markets may adversely affect the fair value of the Operating Company's portfolio investments, reducing the Operating
Company's net asset value through increased net unrealized depreciation.

As a BDC, the Operating Company is required to carry its investments at market value or, if no market value is ascertainable, at fair
value as determined in good faith by its board of directors. Because NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their only business and sole asset are
their ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset value will be based on the Operating Company's valuation of its investments and their respective
percentage interest in the Operating Company. As part of the valuation process, the Operating Company may take into account the following types of factors, if relevant, in determining the fair value
of its investments:



When
an external event such as a purchase transaction, public offering or subsequent sale occurs, the Operating Company will use the pricing indicated by the external event to
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Operating Company will record decreases in the market values or fair values of its investments as unrealized depreciation. Declines in prices and liquidity in the corporate debt markets may result
in significant net unrealized depreciation in its portfolio. The effect of all of these factors on the Operating Company's portfolio may reduce the Operating Company's net asset value, and,
indirectly, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' net asset value based on their respective percentage interest in the Operating Company, by increasing net unrealized depreciation in the Operating Company's
portfolio. Depending on market conditions, the Operating Company could incur substantial realized losses and may suffer additional unrealized losses in future periods, which could have a material
adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

If the Operating Company is unable to make follow-on investments in its portfolio companies, the value of the Operating Company's investment portfolio could be
adversely affected.

Following an initial investment in a portfolio company, the Operating Company may make additional investments in that portfolio company
as "follow-on" investments, in order to (i) increase or maintain in whole or in part its equity ownership percentage, (ii) exercise warrants, options or convertible
securities that were acquired in the original or subsequent financing or (iii) attempt to preserve or enhance the value of its investment. The Operating Company may elect not to make
follow-on investments or may otherwise lack sufficient funds to make these investments. The Operating Company has the discretion to make follow-on investments, subject to the
availability of capital resources. If the Operating Company fails to make follow-on investments, the continued viability of a portfolio company and its investment may, in some
circumstances, be jeopardized and we could miss an opportunity for the Operating Company to increase its participation in a successful operation. Even if the Operating Company has sufficient capital
to make a desired follow-on investment, it may elect not to make a follow-on investment because it may not want to increase its concentration of risk, either because it prefers
other opportunities or because it is subject to BDC requirements that would prevent such follow-on investments or such follow-on investments would adversely impact NMFC's and
AIV Holdings' ability to maintain their respective RIC status.

The Operating Company's portfolio companies may incur debt that ranks equally with, or senior to, its investments in such companies.

The Operating Company invests in portfolio companies at all levels of the capital structure. The Operating Company's portfolio
companies may have, or may be permitted to incur, other debt that ranks equally with, or senior to, the debt in which the Operating Company invests. By their terms, these debt instruments may entitle
the holders to receive payment of interest or principal on or before the dates on which the Operating Company is entitled to receive payments with respect to the debt instruments in which it invests.
In addition, in the event of insolvency, liquidation, dissolution, reorganization or bankruptcy of a portfolio company, holders of debt instruments ranking senior to the Operating Company's investment
in that portfolio company would typically be entitled to receive payment in full before it receives any distribution. After repaying the senior creditors, the portfolio company may not have any
remaining assets to use for repaying its obligation to the Operating Company. In the case of debt ranking equally with debt instruments in which the Operating Company invests, it would have to share
on an equal basis any distributions with other creditors holding such debt in the event of an insolvency, liquidation, dissolution, reorganization or bankruptcy of the relevant portfolio company.

The disposition of the Operating Company's investments may result in contingent liabilities.

Most of the Operating Company's investments will involve private securities. In connection with the disposition of an investment in
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connection with the sale of a business. The Operating Company may also be required to indemnify the purchasers of such investment to the extent that any such representations turn out to be
inaccurate or with respect to certain potential liabilities. These arrangements may result in contingent liabilities that ultimately yield funding obligations that must be satisfied through the
Operating Company's return of certain distributions previously made to it.

There may be circumstances where our debt investments could be subordinated to claims of other creditors or the Operating Company could be subject to lender liability
claims.

Even though the Operating Company may have structured certain of its investments as senior loans, if one of its portfolio companies
were to go bankrupt, depending on the facts and circumstances, including the extent to which the Operating Company actually provided managerial assistance to that portfolio company, a bankruptcy court
might re-characterize its debt investment and subordinate all or a portion of the Operating Company's claim to that of other creditors. The Operating Company may also be subject to lender
liability claims for actions taken by it with respect to a borrower's business or instances where it exercises control over the borrower. It is possible that the Operating Company could become subject
to a lender's liability claim, including as a result of actions taken in rendering significant managerial assistance.

Second priority liens on collateral securing loans that the Operating Company makes to its portfolio companies may be subject to control by senior creditors with first
priority liens. If there is a default, the value of the collateral may not be sufficient to repay in full both the first priority creditors and the Operating Company.

Certain loans to portfolio companies will be secured on a second priority basis by the same collateral securing senior secured debt of
such companies. The first priority liens on the collateral will secure the portfolio company's obligations under any outstanding senior debt and may secure certain other future debt that may be
permitted to be incurred by the portfolio company under the agreements governing the loans. The holders of obligations secured by the first priority liens on the collateral will generally control the
liquidation of and be entitled to receive proceeds from any realization of the collateral to repay their obligations in full before the Operating Company. In addition, the value of the collateral in
the event of liquidation will depend on market and economic conditions, the availability of buyers and other factors. There can be no assurance that the proceeds, if any, from the sale or sales of all
of the collateral would be sufficient to satisfy the loan obligations secured by the second priority liens after payment in full of all obligations secured by the first priority liens on the
collateral. If such proceeds are not sufficient to repay amounts outstanding under the loan obligations secured by the second priority liens, then the Operating Company, to the extent not repaid from
the proceeds of the sale of the collateral, will only have an unsecured claim against the portfolio company's remaining assets, if any.

The
rights the Operating Company may have with respect to the collateral securing the loans it makes to its portfolio companies with senior debt outstanding may also be limited pursuant
to the terms of one or more intercreditor agreements entered into with the holders of first priority senior debt. Under an intercreditor agreement, at any time that obligations that have the benefit
of the first priority liens are outstanding, any of the following actions that may be taken in respect of the collateral will be at the direction of the holders of the obligations secured by the first
priority liens: the ability to cause the commencement of enforcement proceedings against the collateral, the ability to control the conduct of such proceedings, the approval of amendments to
collateral documents; releases of liens on the collateral and waivers of past defaults under collateral documents. The Operating Company may not have the ability to control or direct these actions,
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The Operating Company generally does not control its portfolio companies.

The Operating Company does not, and does not expect to, control most of its portfolio companies, even though the Operating Company may
have board representation or board observation rights, and its debt agreements may contain certain restrictive covenants that limit
the business and operations of its portfolio companies. As a result, the Operating Company is subject to the risk that a portfolio company may make business decisions with which the Operating Company
disagrees and the management of such company, in which the Operating Company invests as representatives of the holders of their common equity, may take risks or otherwise act in ways that do not serve
the Operating Company's interests as debt investors. Due to the lack of liquidity of the investments that the Operating Company typically holds in its portfolio companies, it may not be able to
dispose of its investments in the event that the Operating Company disagrees with the actions of a portfolio company as readily as it would otherwise like to or at favorable prices which could
decrease the value of its investments.

Economic recessions, downturns or government spending cuts could impair the Operating Company's portfolio companies and harm its operating results.

Many of the Operating Company's portfolio companies may be susceptible to economic slowdowns or recessions and may be unable to repay
its debt investments during these periods. Therefore, the Operating Company's non-performing assets are likely to increase, and the value of the Operating Company's portfolio is likely to
decrease during these periods. Adverse economic conditions also may decrease the value of collateral securing some of the Operating Company's debt investments and the value of its equity investments.
Economic slowdowns or recessions could lead to financial losses in the Operating Company's portfolio and a decrease in revenues, net income and assets. Unfavorable economic conditions also could
increase the Operating Company's funding costs, limit NMFC's and the Operating Company's access to the capital markets or result in a decision by lenders not to extend credit to the Operating Company.
These events could prevent the Operating Company from increasing investments and harm its operating results.

In
addition, levels of the U.S. government's spending in future periods are very difficult to predict and subject to significant risks. Significant budgetary constraints may result in
further reductions to projected spending levels. In particular, U.S. government expenditures are subject to the potential for automatic reductions, generally referred to as "sequestration".
Sequestration, which is in the process of being implemented, is expected to result in significant additional reductions to spending by the U.S. government on both existing and new contracts as well as
disruption of ongoing programs. Also, we expect that budgetary constraints and ongoing concerns regarding the U.S. national debt will continue to place downward pressure on U.S. government spending
levels. Due to these and other factors, overall U.S. government spending could decline, which could result in significant reductions to the revenues, cash flow and profits of the Operating Company's
portfolio companies.

Defaults by the Operating Company's portfolio companies may harm its operating results.

A portfolio company's failure to satisfy financial or operating covenants imposed by the Operating Company or other lenders could lead
to defaults and, potentially, termination of its loans and foreclosure on its secured assets, which could trigger cross-defaults under
other agreements and jeopardize a portfolio company's ability to meet its obligations under the debt or equity securities that the Operating Company holds.

The
Operating Company may incur expenses to the extent necessary to seek recovery upon default or to negotiate new terms, which may include the waiver of certain financial covenants,
with a defaulting portfolio company. In addition, lenders in certain cases can be subject to lender liability claims for actions taken by them when they become too involved in the borrower's business
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over a borrower. It is possible that the Operating Company could become subject to a lender's liability claim, including as a result of actions taken if it renders significant managerial
assistance to the borrower. Furthermore, if one of the Operating Company's portfolio companies were to file for bankruptcy protection, even though the Operating Company may have structured its
investment as senior secured debt, depending on the facts and circumstances, including the extent to which the Operating Company provided managerial assistance to that portfolio company, a bankruptcy
court might re-characterize its debt holding and subordinate all or a portion of the Operating Company's claim to claims of other creditors.

Prepayments of the Operating Company's debt investments by its portfolio companies could adversely impact the Operating Company's results of operations and reduce its return
on equity.

The Operating Company is subject to the risk that the investments it makes in its portfolio companies may be repaid prior to maturity.
When this occurs, subject to maintenance of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' RIC status, the Operating Company will generally reinvest these proceeds in temporary investments, pending their future investment
in new portfolio companies. These temporary investments will typically have substantially lower yields than the debt being prepaid and the Operating Company could experience significant delays in
reinvesting these amounts. Any future investment in a new portfolio company may also be at lower yields than the debt that was repaid. As a result, the Operating Company's results of operations could
be materially adversely affected if one or more of its portfolio companies elect to prepay amounts owed to the Operating Company. Additionally, prepayments could negatively impact the Operating
Company's return on equity, which could result in a decline in the market price of NMFC's common stock.

The Operating Company may not realize gains from its equity investments.

When the Operating Company invests in portfolio companies, it may acquire warrants or other equity securities of portfolio companies as
well. The Operating Company may also invest in equity securities directly. To the extent the Operating Company holds equity investments, it will attempt to dispose of them and realize gains upon its
disposition of them. However, the equity interests the Operating Company receives may not appreciate in value and, in fact, may decline in value. As a result, the Operating Company may not be able to
realize gains from its equity interests, and any gains that it does realize on the disposition of any equity interests may not be sufficient to offset any other losses it experiences. The Operating
Company also may be unable to realize any value if a portfolio company does not have a liquidity event, such as a sale of the business, recapitalization or public offering, which would allow the
Operating Company to sell the underlying equity interests.

The performance of the Operating Company's portfolio companies may differ from its historical performance as its investment strategy will include primary originations in
addition to secondary market purchases.

Historically, the Operating Company's investment strategy consisted primarily of secondary market purchases in debt securities. The
Operating Company recently adjusted its investment strategy to also include primary originations. While loans the Operating Company originates and loans its purchases in the secondary market face many
of the same risks associated with the financing of leveraged companies, the Operating Company may be exposed to different risks depending on specific business considerations for secondary market
purchases or origination of loans. As a result, this strategy may result in different returns from these investments than the types of returns it has historically experienced from secondary market
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The Operating Company may be subject to additional risks if it invests in foreign securities and/or engage in hedging transactions.

The 1940 Act generally requires that 70.0% of the Operating Company's investments be in issuers each of whom is organized under the
laws of, and has its principal place of business in, any state of the U.S., the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands or any other possession of the U.S. The Operating Company's
investment strategy does not presently contemplate significant investments in securities of non-U.S. companies. However, the Operating Company may desire to make such investments in the
future, to the extent that such transactions and investments are permitted under the 1940 Act. The Operating Company expects that these investments would focus on the same types of investments that it
makes in U.S. middle-market companies and accordingly would be complementary to its overall strategy and enhance the diversity of its holdings. Investing in foreign companies could expose the
Operating Company to additional risks not typically associated with investing in U.S. companies. These risks include changes in exchange control regulations, political and social instability,
expropriation, imposition of foreign taxes, less liquid markets and less available information than is generally the case in the U.S., higher transaction costs, less government supervision of
exchanges, brokers and issuers, less developed bankruptcy laws, difficulty in enforcing contractual obligations, lack of uniform accounting and auditing standards and greater price volatility.
Investments denominated in foreign currencies would be subject to the risk that the value of a particular currency will change in relation to one or more other currencies. Among the factors that may
affect currency values are trade balances, the level of short-term interest rates, differences in relative values of similar assets in different currencies,
long-term opportunities for investment and capital appreciation and political developments. The Operating Company may employ hedging techniques to minimize these risks, but it can offer no
assurance that it will, in fact, hedge currency risk, or that if it does, such strategies will be effective.

Engaging
in hedging transactions would also, indirectly, entail additional risks to NMFC and AIV Holdings stockholders. Although it is not currently anticipated that the Operating
Company would engage in hedging transactions as a principal investment strategy, if the Operating Company determined to engage in hedging transactions it generally would seek to hedge against
fluctuations of the relative values of its portfolio positions from changes in market interest rates or currency exchange rates. Hedging against a decline in the values of the Operating Company's
portfolio positions would not eliminate the possibility of fluctuations in the values of such positions or prevent losses if the values of the positions declined. However, such hedging could establish
other positions designed to gain from those same developments, thereby offsetting the decline in the value of such portfolio positions.

These
hedging transactions could also limit the opportunity for gain if the values of the underlying portfolio positions increased. Moreover, it might not be possible to hedge against an
exchange rate or interest rate fluctuation that was so generally anticipated that the Operating Company would not be able to enter into a hedging transaction at an acceptable price. If the Operating
Company chooses to engage in hedging transactions, there can be no assurances that the Operating Company will achieve the intended benefits of such transactions and, depending on the degree of
exposure such transactions could create, such transactions may expose the Operating Company and, indirectly, NMFC and AIV Holdings to risk of loss.

While
the Operating Company may enter into these types of transactions to seek to reduce currency exchange rate and interest rate risks, unanticipated changes in currency exchange rates
or interest rates could result in poorer overall investment performance than if it had not engaged in any such hedging transactions. In addition, the degree of correlation between price movements of
the instruments used in a hedging strategy and price movements in the portfolio positions being hedged could vary. Moreover, for a variety of reasons, the Operating Company might not seek to establish
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the Operating Company, NMFC and AIV Holdings to risk of loss. In addition, it might not be possible to hedge fully or perfectly against currency fluctuations affecting the value of securities
denominated in non-U.S. currencies because the value of those securities would likely fluctuate as a result of factors not related to currency fluctuations.

RISKS RELATING TO OUR CORPORATE STRUCTURE

NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and will depend on distributions from the Operating Company to meet their ongoing
obligations.

NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their only business and sole asset are their
respective direct ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company. As a result, all investment decisions relating to the Operating Company's portfolio will be made by the Investment
Adviser under the supervision of the Operating Company's board of directors, which may be different from NMFC's or AIV Holdings' board of directors. Although the Operating Company's Limited Liability
Company Operating Agreement provides that in accordance with the 1940 Act and to the extent required thereby, NMFC and AIV Holdings will "pass through" their respective votes on all matters subject to
a member vote, including with respect to the election of the Operating Company's directors, NMFC and AIV Holdings will not, and indirectly, the stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings will not, have any
control over the Operating Company's day-to-day operations and investment decisions.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings also do not have any independent ability to generate revenue, and their only sources of cash flow from operations are distributions from the Operating Company.
Consequently, NMFC and AIV Holdings rely on the Operating Company to cover the expenses of their day-to-day business, including expenses incident to NMFC's status as a public
company. Pursuant to the Administration Agreement, the Operating Company will reimburse the Administrator for NMFC's and AIV Holdings' allocable portion of overhead and other expenses incurred by the
Administrator in performing its obligations to NMFC and AIV Holdings under the Administration Agreement. However, if the Operating Company cannot or does not make the payments required pursuant to the
Administration Agreement, NMFC and AIV Holdings may be unable to cover these expenses.

In
addition, since NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies, their ability to pay distributions to their stockholders depends on the prior distribution from the Operating Company of
cash in an amount sufficient to pay quarterly distributions and to obtain and maintain their statuses as RICs. The distribution of cash flows by the Operating Company to NMFC and AIV Holdings is
subject to statutory restrictions under the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act, the 1940 Act and contractual restrictions under the Credit Facilities or any other debt financing facility that may
limit the Operating Company's or NMF SLF's ability to make distributions. In addition, any distributions and payments of fees or costs will be based upon the Operating Company's financial performance.
Any distributions of cash will be made on a pro rata basis to all of the Operating Company's members, including NMFC and Guardian AIV, indirectly, through AIV Holdings, in accordance with each
holders' respective percentage interest.

New Mountain Capital or its affiliates may have interests that differ from your interests as stockholders of NMFC.

Guardian AIV indirectly owns, through AIV Holdings, approximately 40.0% of the common membership units of the Operating Company as of
December 31, 2012. New Mountain Capital's interests, the interests of the partners in Guardian AIV and the interests of those persons affiliated with New Mountain Capital that participated in
the Concurrent Private Placement may differ from, or conflict with, your interests as stockholders of NMFC. For example, conflicts arising under the Registration Rights Agreement will be resolved as
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AIV Holdings and the Operating Company's Chairman and a related entity will have priority over NMFC or any other NMFC stockholder when selling any shares of NMFC common stock pursuant to
their exercise of registration rights under that agreement.

Circumstances
may arise in the future when the interests of the Operating Company's members conflict with the interests of NMFC's stockholders. The Operating Company's board of directors
and the board of directors of NMFC are comprised of the same members. However, the Operating Company's board of directors owes fiduciary duties to its members that could conflict with the fiduciary
duties NMFC's board of directors owes to its stockholders.

Any future exchange by AIV Holdings of units of the Operating Company for shares of NMFC's common stock would significantly dilute the voting power of NMFC's current
stockholders with respect to the election of NMFC directors or other matters that require the approval of NMFC stockholders only. In addition, the interests of the partners of Guardian AIV following
such exchange by AIV Holdings may be adverse to the interests of NMFC's stockholders and could limit your ability to influence the outcome of key transactions, including any change of control.

Pursuant to the terms of the Operating Company's Limited Liability Company Operating Agreement, AIV Holdings will have the right to
exchange its units for shares of NMFC's common stock on a one-for-one basis at anytime. Guardian AIV indirectly owns, through AIV Holdings, approximately 40.0% of the units of
the Operating Company as of December 31, 2012. If AIV Holdings exercised its exchange rights with respect to a significant number of units, the voting power of NMFC's stockholders would be
significantly diluted. As a result, Guardian AIV, indirectly through AIV Holdings, would retain significant influence over decisions that
require the approval of NMFC's stockholders exclusively (such as the election of its directors and the approval of mergers or other significant corporate transactions) regardless of whether or not
NMFC's other stockholders believe that such decisions are in NMFC's own best interests. If AIV Holdings exercised its exchange rights in full, Guardian AIV, indirectly through AIV Holdings would own
approximately 40.0% of all outstanding shares of NMFC's common stock as of December 31, 2012. However, these entities would not exercise voting control over their shares of common stock because
the right to vote those shares would be passed through to the partners of these entities. These investors, along with those persons affiliated with New Mountain Capital that participated in the
Concurrent Private Placement, may have interests that differ from your interests, and they may vote in a way with which you disagree and that may be adverse to your interests as stockholders of NMFC.
The concentration of ownership of NMFC's common stock following the exercise of AIV Holdings' exchange right may also have the effect of delaying, preventing or deterring a change of control of NMFC,
could deprive NMFC's stockholders of an opportunity to receive a premium for their common stock as part of a sale of NMFC and may adversely affect the market price of NMFC's common stock.

RISKS RELATING TO NEW MOUNTAIN FINANCE CORPORATION'S COMMON STOCK

The market price of NMFC's common stock may fluctuate significantly.

The market price and liquidity of the market for shares of NMFC's common stock may be significantly affected by numerous factors, some
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addition, NMFC is required to continue to meet certain listing standards in order for its common stock to remain listed on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE"). On January 2,
2013, the Companies received a letter of public reprimand from the NYSE indicating that NMFC had failed to comply with Section 204.12 of the NYSE Listed Company Manual requiring ten days prior
notice of a record date, in connection with the announcement of a special dividend distribution. While NMFC believes that it is not currently at risk of being delisted by the NYSE, if it was to be
delisted, the liquidity of NMFC's common stock would be impaired.

Investing in NMFC's common stock may involve an above average degree of risk.

The investments the Operating Company may make may result in a higher amount of risk, volatility or loss of principal than alternative
investment options. These investments in portfolio companies may be highly speculative and aggressive, and therefore, an investment in NMFC's common stock may not be suitable for investors with lower
risk tolerance.

Sales of substantial amounts of NMFC's common stock in the public market may have an adverse effect on the market price of its common stock.

Sales of substantial amounts of NMFC's common stock, including by itself directly, AIV Holdings, if it exercises its right to exchange
its common membership units of the Operating Company for shares of NMFC's common stock on a one-for-one basis, or New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. or its transferees
or the perception that such sales could occur, could materially adversely affect the prevailing market prices for NMFC's common stock. AIV Holdings currently intends to sell its interest in the
Operating Company's business as soon as practicable from time to time, depending on market conditions and any applicable contractual or legal restrictions. AIV Holdings, and the Investment Adviser, if
applicable with respect to any common membership units received as payment of the incentive fee, have the right, subject to certain conditions, to require NMFC to register under the

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securities laws the sale of any shares of NMFC's common stock held by them or that may be issued to and held by them upon exercise by AIV Holdings of the exchange right.

In
addition, NMFC has granted AIV Holdings, the Operating Company's Chairman, an entity related to the Operating Company's Chairman and the Investment Adviser, if applicable with respect
to any common membership units received as payment of the incentive fee, and their permitted transferees certain "piggyback" registration rights which allow them to include their shares in any future
registrations of NMFC equity securities, whether or not that registration relates to a primary offering by NMFC or a secondary offering by or on behalf of any of NMFC's stockholders or AIV Holdings.
In particular, these parties will have priority over NMFC and any other of its stockholders in any registration that is an underwritten offering. Any such filing or the perception that such a filing
may occur, could cause the prevailing market price of NMFC's common stock to decline and may impact NMFC's ability to sell equity to finance the Operating Company's operations. If substantial amounts
of
NMFC's common stock were sold, this could impair its ability to raise additional capital through the sale of securities should NMFC desire to do so.

Certain provisions of NMFC's certificate of incorporation and bylaws, the Delaware General Corporation Law as well as other aspects of our structure, including Guardian
AIV's substantial interest in the Operating Company, could deter takeover attempts and have an adverse impact on the price of NMFC's common stock.

NMFC's certificate of incorporation and bylaws as well as the Delaware General Corporation Law contain provisions that may have the
effect of discouraging a third party from making an acquisition proposal for us. Among other things, NMFC's certificate of incorporation and bylaws:



These
anti-takeover provisions may inhibit a change in control in circumstances that could give the holders of NMFC's common stock the opportunity to realize a premium over
the market price for its common stock. The Credit Facilities also include covenants that, among other things, restrict its ability to dispose of assets, incur additional indebtedness, make restricted
payments, create liens on assets, make investments, make acquisitions and engage in mergers or consolidations. The Credit Facilities also include change of control provisions that accelerate the
indebtedness under this facility in the event of certain change of control events. In addition, certain aspects of our structure, including Guardian AIV's substantial interest in the Operating Company
may have the effect of discouraging a third party from making an acquisition proposal for NMFC.

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Shares of NMFC's common stock have traded at a discount from net asset value and may do so in the future.

Shares of closed-end investment companies have frequently traded at a market price that is less than the net asset value
that is attributable to those shares. In part as a result of adverse economic conditions and increasing pressure within the financial sector of which the Companies are a part, NMFC's common stock has
at times traded below its net asset value per share since NMFC's IPO on May 19, 2011. NMFC's shares could once again trade at a discount to net asset value. The possibility that NMFC's shares
of common stock may trade at a discount from net asset value over the long term is separate and distinct from the risk that the Companies' net asset value will decrease. The Companies cannot predict
whether shares of NMFC's common stock will trade above, at or below its net asset value. If NMFC's common stock trades below its net asset value, NMFC will generally not be able to issue additional
shares of NMFC's common stock at its market price without first obtaining the approval for such issuance from its stockholders and its independent directors. If additional funds are not available to
the Operating Company, the Companies could be forced to curtail or cease the Operating Company's new lending and investment activities, and the Companies' net asset value could decrease and the
Companies' level of distributions could be impacted.

You may not receive dividends or the Companies' dividends may decline or may not grow over time.

The Companies cannot assure you that the Companies will achieve investment results or maintain a tax status that will allow or require
any specified level of cash distributions or year-to-year increases in cash distributions. In particular, the Operating Company's future dividends, and subsequently, NMFC's and
AIV Holdings' future dividends, are dependent upon the investment income they receive on the Operating Company's portfolio investments. To the extent such investment income declines, the Companies'
ability to pay future dividends may be harmed.

Item 1B.    Unresolved Staff Comments

Not applicable.

Item 2.    Properties

We do not own any real estate or other physical properties materially important to our operation. Our principal executive offices are
located at 787 Seventh Avenue, 48th Floor, New York, New York 10019, where we occupy our office space pursuant to our Administration Agreement with the Administrator. The office space is
shared with our Investment Adviser, our Administrator and New Mountain Capital. We believe that our current office facilities are suitable and adequate for our business as currently conducted.

Item 3.    Legal Proceedings

We, New Mountain Finance Advisers BDC, L.L.C. and New Mountain Finance Administration, L.L.C., are not currently subject to any
material pending legal proceedings threatened against us as of December 31, 2012. From time to time, we may be a party to certain legal proceedings incidental to the normal course of our
business including the enforcement of our rights
under contracts with our portfolio companies. While the outcome of these legal proceedings cannot be predicted with certainty, we do not expect that these proceedings will have a material effect upon
our business, financial condition or results of operations.

Item 4.    Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

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PART II

The terms "we", "us", "our" and the "Companies" refers to the collective: New Mountain Finance Holdings,
L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation.

Item 5.    Market for Registrants' Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

Price Range of Common Stock

New Mountain Finance Corporation's ("NMFC") common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") under the symbol "NMFC". The
following table sets forth the net asset value ("NAV") per share of NMFC's common stock, the high and low closing sale price for NMFC's common stock, the closing sale price as a percentage of NAV and
the quarterly dividend distributions per share for each fiscal quarter since NMFC's initial public offering ("IPO") on May 19, 2011.

Closing Sales
Price(3)Premium or
Discount of
High Sales to
NAV(4)

Premium or
Discount of
Low Sales to
NAV(4)NAV
Per Share(2)

Declared
Dividends
Per Share(5)Fiscal Year Ended

High

LowDecember 31, 2012Fourth Quarter

$
14.06

$
15.18

$
13.75


8.0
%

(2.2
)%
$
0.48
(7)Third Quarter

$
14.10

$
15.50

$
14.18


9.9
%

0.6
%
$
0.34Second Quarter

$
13.83

$
14.29

$
13.28


3.3
%

(4.0
)%
$
0.57
(8)First Quarter

$
14.05

$
13.75

$
13.14


(2.1
)%

(6.5
)%
$
0.32December 31, 2011(1)Fourth Quarter

$
13.60

$
13.41

$
12.27


(1.4
)%

(9.8
)%
$
0.30Third Quarter

$
13.32

$
13.37

$
10.77


0.4
%

(19.1
)%
$
0.29Second Quarter(6)

$
14.25

$
13.55

$
12.35


(4.9
)%

(13.3
)%
$
0.27


(1)NMFC
was not unitized until the IPO date of May 19, 2011.(2)NAV
is determined as of the last date in the relevant quarter and therefore may not reflect the NAV per share on the date of the high and low sales prices.
The NAVs shown are based on outstanding shares at the end of each period.(3)Closing
sales price is determined as the high or low closing sales price noted within the respective quarter, not adjusted for dividends.(4)Calculated
as of the respective high or low sales price divided by the quarter end NAV.(5)Represents
the dividend paid for the specified quarter.(6)Period
from May 19, 2011 through June 30, 2011 (excludes IPO price of $13.75).(7)Includes
a fourth quarter dividend of $0.34 per share payable on December 28, 2012 and a special dividend of $0.14 per share payable on
January 31, 2013.(8)Includes
a special dividend of $0.23 per share payable on May 31, 2012 and a second quarter dividend of $0.34 per share payable on June 29,
2012.


On
March 5, 2013, the last reported sales price of NMFC's common stock was $15.25 per share. As of March 5, 2013, the Operating Company had two record holders, which were
NMFC and AIV Holdings, whereas NMFC had approximately 13 stockholders of record and approximately two beneficial owners whose shares are held in the names of brokers, dealers, funds, trusts and
clearing

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agencies,
and AIV Holdings had one record holder, which was New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P. ("Guardian AIV").

New
Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company") and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation ("AIV Holdings") are not publicly traded entities.

Dividends

Since NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies, distributions will be paid on their common stock from distributions received from
the Operating Company. The Operating Company intends to make distributions to its unit holders that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay quarterly distributions to their
stockholders and to obtain and maintain their status as regulated investment companies ("RIC"). NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to distribute approximately their entire portion of the Operating Company's
Adjusted Net Investment Income on a quarterly basis and substantially their entire portion of the Operating Company's taxable income on an annual basis, except that they may retain certain net capital
gains for reinvestment.

NMFC
has adopted an "opt out" dividend reinvestment plan on behalf of its stockholders, whereas NMFC stockholders' cash dividends will be automatically reinvested in additional shares of
NMFC's common stock, unless the stockholder elects to receive cash. Cash dividends reinvested in additional shares of NMFC's common stock will be automatically reinvested by NMFC into additional units
of the Operating Company.

NMFC
applies the following in implementing the dividend reinvestment plan. If the price at which newly issued shares are to be credited to stockholders' accounts is greater than 110.0%
of the last determined net asset value of the shares, NMFC will use only newly issued shares to implement its dividend reinvestment plan. Under such circumstances, the number of shares to be issued to
a stockholder is determined by dividing the total dollar amount of the distribution payable to such stockholder by the market price per share of NMFC's common stock on the NYSE on the distribution
payment date. Market price per share on that date will be the closing price for such shares on the NYSE or, if no sale is reported for such day, the average of their electronically reported bid and
asked prices. If NMFC uses newly issued shares to implement the plan, NMFC will receive, on a one-for-one basis, additional units of the Operating Company in exchange for cash
distributions that are reinvested in shares of NMFC's common stock under the dividend reinvestment plan.

If
the price at which newly issued shares are to be credited to stockholders' accounts is less than 110.0% of the last determined net asset value of the shares, NMFC will either issue
new shares or instruct the plan administrator to purchase shares in the open market to satisfy the additional shares required. Shares purchased in open market transactions by the plan administrator
will be allocated to a stockholder based on the average purchase price, excluding any brokerage charges or other charges, of all shares of common stock purchased in the open market. The number of
shares of NMFC's common stock to be outstanding after giving effect to payment of the distribution cannot be established until the value per share at which additional shares will be issued has been
determined and elections of NMFC's stockholders have been tabulated. AIV Holdings does not intend to reinvest any distributions received from the Operating Company in additional shares of the
Operating Company. SeeItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary DataNote 2, Summary of Significant Accounting
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The
following table reflects the cash distributions, including dividends and returns of capital, if any, per unit/share that have been declared by the Operating Company's board of
directors, and subsequently NMFC's board of directors, since NMFC's IPO:

Date Declared

Record Date

Payment Date

AmountDecember 27, 2012(1)

December 31, 2012

January 31, 2013

$
0.14November 6, 2012

December 14, 2012

December 28, 2012


0.34August 8, 2012

September 14, 2012

September 28, 2012


0.34May 8, 2012

June 15, 2012

June 29, 2012


0.34May 8, 2012(2)

May 21, 2012

May 31, 2012


0.23March 7, 2012

March 15, 2012

March 30, 2012


0.32November 8, 2011

December 15, 2011

December 30, 2011

$
0.30August 10, 2011

September 15, 2011

September 30, 2011


0.29August 10, 2011

August 22, 2011

August 31, 2011


0.27Total





$
2.57


(1)Special
dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability.(2)Special
dividend related to estimated realized capital gains attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor
Lux Bond Company.


The
following table reflects the cash distributions, including dividends and returns of capital, if any, that have been declared by the Operating Company's board of directors on a per
share/unit basis, and subsequently AIV Holdings' board of directors, since NMFC's IPO:

Date Declared

Record Date

Payment Date

Amount
(in millions)(1)December 27, 2012(2)

December 31, 2012


January 31, 2013

$
2.3November 6, 2012

December 14, 2012


December 28, 2012
(3)

5.5August 8, 2012

September 14, 2012


September 28, 2012


6.9
(5)May 8, 2012

June 15, 2012


June 29, 2012
(7)

6.9May 8, 2012(6)

May 21, 2012


May 31, 2012


4.6March 7, 2012

March 15, 2012


March 30, 2012
(4)

6.5November 8, 2011

December 15, 2011


December 30, 2011

$
6.1August 10, 2011

September 15, 2011


September 30, 2011


5.9August 10, 2011

August 22, 2011


August 31, 2011


5.4Total






$
50.1


(1)For
the record dates from August 22, 2011 through September 14, 2012 and for the record dates from December 14, 2012 through
December 31, 2012, AIV Holdings owned 20,221,938 and 16,221,938 units of the Operating Company, respectively. AIV Holdings received a total dividend for the respective amounts and subsequently
AIV Holdings' board of directors declared total dividends in the same amounts payable to the holders of record as of the respective record dates.(2)Special
dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability.


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(3)Actual
cash payment was made on January 7, 2013.(4)Actual
cash payment was made on April 4, 2012.(5)This
amount does not include the distribution to Guardian AIV of $58.2 million in connection with proceeds from the September 28, 2012
underwritten secondary public offering.(6)Special
dividend related to estimated realized capital gains attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor
Lux Bond Company.(7)Actual
cash payment was made on July 9, 2012.


Tax
characteristics of all dividends paid by NMFC and AIV Holdings were reported to stockholders on Form 1099 after the end of the calendar year. Future quarterly dividends, if
any, for the Companies will be determined by their respective board of directors.

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities

We did not engage in unregistered sales of securities during the year ended December 31, 2012.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

For the quarter ended December 31, 2012, NMFC did not purchase any of its common stock in the open market.

Stock Performance Graph

This graph compares the return on NMFC's common stock with that of the Standard & Poor's 500 Total Return Index ("S&P 500
TR") and the Russell 2000 Index Total Return ("Russell 2000 TR") as we do not believe that there is an appropriate index of companies with an investment strategy similar to our own with which to
compare the return on our common stock, for the period May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to December 31, 2012. The graph assumes that, on May 19, 2011, a person invested
$100 in each of our common stock, the S&P 500 TR and the Russell 2000 TR. The

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graph
measures total stockholder return, which takes into account both changes in stock price and dividends. It assumes that dividends paid are invested in like securities.

Comparison of Cumulative Total Return Among NMFC, S&P 500 TR and Russell 2000 TR

GRAPHIC

The
graph and other information furnished under this Part II Item 5 of this combined Form 10-K shall not be deemed to be "soliciting material" or to be
filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission or subject to Regulation 14A or 14C, or to the liabilities of Section 18 of the "1934" Act. The stock price performance included in the
above graph is not necessarily indicative of future stock performance.

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Item 6.    Selected Financial Data

The selected financial data should be read in conjunction with the respective financial statements and related combined notes thereto
andItem 7.Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operationsincluded in this report. Financial
information for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011, December 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, and for the period from October 29, 2008 (commencement
of operations) to December 31, 2008, has been derived from the Operating Company's financial statements that were audited by Deloitte & Touche LLP ("Deloitte"), an independent
registered public accounting firm.



Year ended December 31,

Period from
October 29, 2008
(commencement
of operations)
to December 31,
2008New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.
Statement of Operations Data:

2012

2011

2010

2009Total investment income

$
85,786

$
56,523

$
41,375

$
21,767

$
256Net expenses


40,569


17,998


3,911


1,359


Net investment income


45,217


38,525


37,464


20,408


256Net realized and unrealized gains (losses)


28,779


(6,848
)

26,328


105,272


(1,435
)Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations


73,996


31,677


63,792


125,680


(1,179
)Per share data:Net asset value

$
14.06

$
13.60


N/A


N/A


N/ANet increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations (basic and diluted)


2.18


1.02


N/A


N/A


N/ADividends declared(1)


1.71


0.86


N/A


N/A


N/ABalance sheet data:Total assets

$
1,025,564

$
730,579

$
460,224

$
330,558

$
61,669SLF Credit Facility


214,262


165,928


56,936





Holdings Credit Facility


206,938


129,038


59,697


77,745


Total net assets


569,939


420,502


241,927


239,441


30,354Other data:Total return at net asset value(2)


16.61
%

10.09
%

26.54
%

76.38
%

NMNumber of portfolio companies at year end


63


55


43


24


6Total new investments for the year

$
673,218

$
493,331

$
332,708

$
268,382

$
63,018Investment sales and prepayments for the year

$
423,874

$
231,962

$
258,202

$
125,430

$
132Weighted average Yield to Maturity on debt portfolio at year end (unaudited)(3)


10.1
%

10.7
%


(4)


(4)


(4)Weighted average Adjusted Yield to Maturity on debt portfolio at year end (unaudited)(5)



(5)

13.1
%

12.5
%

12.7
%

18.8
%Weighted average common membership outstanding for the period


34,011,738


30,919,629


N/A


N/A


N/APortfolio turnover


52.02
%

42.13
%

76.69
%

57.50
%

0.22
%


N/AFund was not unitized as of December 31, 2010, December 31, 2009 and December 31, 2008. NMTotal
return from commencement of operations through December 31, 2008 was deemed not meaningful due to the scaling of operations during this short time period.


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(1)Dividends
declared in the year ended December 31, 2012 include a $0.23 per unit special dividend related to estimated realized capital gains
attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor Lux Bond Company and a $0.14 per unit special dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent
possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability. Actual cash payments on the dividends declared to AIV Holdings, only, for the quarters ended March 31, 2012, June 30, 2012 and
December 31, 2012, were made on April 4, 2012, July 9, 2012 and January 7, 2013 respectively.(2)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, total return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the year
and a sale at net asset value on the last day of the year. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of
the respective quarter. For the year ended December 31, 2011, total return is calculated in two parts: (1) from the opening of the first day of the year to NMFC's IPO date, total return
is calculated based on net income over weighted average net assets and (2) from NMFC's IPO date to the last day of the year, total return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on
NMFC's IPO date and a sale at net asset value on the last day of the year. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on
the last day of the respective quarter. For the years ended December 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, total return is the ratio of net income compared to capital, adjusted for capital
contributions and distributions.(3)The
Operating Company's weighted average Yield to Maturity calculation assumes that all investments not on non-accrual are purchased at fair
value on the respective period ends and held until their respective maturities with no prepayments or losses and exited at par at maturity.(4)Prior
to NMFC's IPO, for yield calculation purposes, New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C. ("NMF SLF") was treated as a fully levered asset of the
Operating Company with NMF SLF's net asset value being included in the yield to maturity calculations. Since NMF SLF is consolidated in accordance with GAAP, at the time of the IPO, the Operating
Company began using the weighted average Yield to Maturity concept instead of the "Adjusted Yield to Maturity" concept for yield calculation purposes.(5)"Adjusted
Yield to Maturity" assumes that the investments in the Operating Company's portfolio are purchased at fair value on the respective period ends and
held until their respective maturities with no prepayments or losses and exited at par at maturity. This calculation excludes the impact of existing leverage, except for the non-recourse
debt of NMF SLF. NMF SLF is treated as a fully levered asset of the Operating Company, with NMF SLF's net asset value being included for yield calculation purposes.


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New Mountain Finance Corporation
Statement of Operations Data:

Year ended
December 31, 2012

Period from
May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Total investment income allocated from the Operating Company

$
37,511

$
13,669Net expenses allocated from the Operating Company


17,719


5,324Net investment income allocated from the Operating Company


19,792


8,345Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) allocated from the Operating Company


12,087


(4,235
)Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation of investment in the Operating Company


(95
)

6,221Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations


31,784


10,331Per share data:Net asset value

$
14.06

$
13.60Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations (basic)


2.14


0.97Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations (diluted)


2.18


0.38Dividends declared(1)


1.71


0.86Balance sheet data:Total assets

$
345,331

$
145,487Total net assets


341,926


145,487Other data:Total return at market value(2)


24.84
%

4.16
%Total return at net asset value(3)


16.61
%

2.82
%Weighted average shares outstanding for the period


14,860,838


10,697,691


(1)Dividends
declared in the year ended December 31, 2012 include a $0.23 per share special dividend related to estimated realized capital gains
attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor Lux Bond Company and a $0.14 per share special dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent
possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability.(2)For
the year ended December 31, 2012 and for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011, total return is calculated assuming a
purchase of common stock at the opening of the first day of the year and assuming a purchase of common stock at IPO, respectively, and a sale on the closing of the last business day of the respective
periods. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at prices obtained under NMFC's dividend reinvestment plan.(3)Total
return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the period and a sale at net asset value on the last
day of the period. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of the respective quarter.


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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation
Statement of Operations Data:

Year ended
December 31, 2012

Period from
May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Total investment income allocated from the Operating Company

$
48,276

$
25,838Net expenses allocated from the Operating Company


22,850


10,063Net investment income allocated from the Operating Company


25,426


15,775Net realized and unrealized gains (losses) allocated from the Operating Company


16,692


(8,005
)Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in the Operating Company


1,997


(6,212
)Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations


44,115


1,558Balance sheet data:Total assets

$
235,799

$
275,015Total net assets


228,013


275,015Other data:Total return at net asset value(1)


18.04
%

(5.44
)%Weighted average shares outstanding at year end


100


100Dividends declared(2)

$
32,660

$
17,391


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2012 and for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011, total return is calculated assuming a
purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the period and a sale of net asset value on the last business day of the period. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for
purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last business day of the respective quarter.(2)Dividends
declared in the year ended December 31, 2012 include a $4.6 million special dividend related to estimated realized capital gains
attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor Lux Bond Company and a $2.3 million special dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent
possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability. Actual cash payments on the dividends declared to AIV Holdings, only, for the quarters ended March 31, 2012, June 30, 2012 and
December 31, 2012, were made on April 4, 2012, July 9, 2012 and January 7, 2013 respectively. This amount does not include the distribution to Guardian AIV of
$58.2 million in connection with proceeds from the September 28, 2012 underwritten secondary public offering.


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Item 7.    Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our financial data and
our financial statements and the combined notes thereto contained inItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary Data, in this
report. SeeItem 1A.Risk Factorsfor a discussion of the uncertainties, risks and assumptions associated with these statements.

Forward-Looking Statements

The information contained in this section should be read in conjunction with the financial data and financial statements and combined
notes thereto appearing in Item 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary Data, contained in this annual report. Some of the statements in this report
(including in the following discussion) constitute forward-looking statements, which relate to future events or the future performance or financial condition of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.
(the "Operating Company" or the "Master Fund"), New Mountain Finance Corporation ("NMFC") or New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation ("AIV Holdings"). The forward-looking statements contained in
this section involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including:



Forward-looking
statements are identified by their use of such terms and phrases such as "anticipate", "believe", "could", "estimate", "expect", "intend", "may", "plan", "potential",
"should", "will", "would" or similar expressions. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements for any reason, including the factors set forth in Item 1A.Risk
Factorscontained in this annual report.

We
have based the forward-looking statements included in this report on information available to us on the date of this report. We assume no obligation to update or revise publicly any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Although we undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking
statements, you are advised to consult any additional disclosures that we may make directly to you or through reports that we have filed or in the future may file with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, including annual reports on Form 10-K, registration statements on Form N-2 or Form 10, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and
current reports on Form 8-K.

Overview

The Operating Company is a Delaware limited liability company. The Operating Company is externally managed and has elected to be
treated as a business development company ("BDC") under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). As such, the Operating Company

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is
obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. The Operating Company intends to be treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes for so long as it has at least two members.

The
Operating Company is externally managed by the Investment Adviser. New Mountain Finance Administration, L.L.C. (the "Administrator") provides the administrative services necessary
for operations. The Investment Adviser and Administrator are wholly-owned subsidiaries of New Mountain Capital (defined as New Mountain Capital Group, L.L.C. and its affiliates). New Mountain Capital
is a firm with a track record of investing in the middle market and with assets under management (which includes amounts committed, not all of which have been drawn down and invested to date) totaling
approximately $9.0 billion as of December 31, 2012. New Mountain Capital focuses on investing in defensive growth companies across its private equity, public equity, and credit
investment vehicles. The Operating Company, formerly known as New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C., was originally formed as a subsidiary of New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P. ("Guardian
AIV") by New Mountain
Capital in October 2008. Guardian AIV was formed through an allocation of approximately $300.0 million of the $5.1 billion of commitments supporting New Mountain Partners
III, L.P., a private equity fund managed by New Mountain Capital. In February 2009, New Mountain Capital formed a co-investment vehicle, New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P.,
comprising $20.4 million of commitments. New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P., together with their respective direct and indirect
wholly-owned subsidiaries, are defined as the "Predecessor Entities".

NMFC
is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on June 29, 2010. NMFC is a closed-end, non-diversified management investment company that
has elected to be treated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. As such, NMFC is obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. NMFC has elected to be treated, and intends to comply with the
requirements to qualify annually, as a regulated investment company ("RIC") under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, (the "Code").

AIV
Holdings is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on March 11, 2011. Guardian AIV, a Delaware limited partnership, is AIV Holdings' sole stockholder. AIV
Holdings is a closed-end, non-diversified management investment company that has elected to be treated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. As such, AIV Holdings is obligated to comply
with certain regulatory requirements. AIV Holdings has elected to be treated, and intends to comply with the requirements to qualify annually, as a RIC under the Code.

On
May 19, 2011, NMFC priced its initial public offering (the "IPO") of 7,272,727 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $13.75 per share. Concurrently with the
closing of the IPO and at the public offering price of $13.75 per share, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals
affiliated with, New Mountain Capital in a concurrent private placement (the "Concurrent Private Placement"). Additionally, 1,252,964 shares were issued to the limited partners of New Mountain
Guardian Partners, L.P. at that time for their ownership interest in the Predecessor Entities. In connection with NMFC's IPO and through a series of transactions, the Operating Company owns all
of the operations of the Predecessor Entities, including all of the assets and liabilities related to such operations.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their sole asset is their ownership in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings each entered
into a joinder agreement with respect to the Limited Liability Company Agreement, as amended and restated, of the Operating Company, pursuant to which NMFC and AIV Holdings were admitted as members of
the Operating Company. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company, with the gross proceeds of the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement, common membership units ("units") of the Operating Company
(the number of units are equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock sold in the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement). Additionally, NMFC received units of the Operating

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equal to the number of shares of common stock of NMFC issued to the limited partners of New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. Guardian AIV was the parent of the Operating Company prior
to the IPO and, as a result of the transactions completed in connection with the IPO, obtained units in the Operating Company. Guardian AIV contributed its units in the Operating Company to its newly
formed subsidiary, AIV Holdings, in exchange for common stock of AIV Holdings. AIV Holdings has the right to exchange all or any portion of its units in the Operating Company for shares of NMFC's
common stock on a one-for-one basis at anytime.

Since
NMFC's IPO, and through December 31, 2012, NMFC raised approximately $133.4 million in net proceeds from additional offerings of common stock and issued shares valued
at approximately $56.3 million to AIV Holdings for exchanged units. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company units of the Operating Company equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock
sold in the additional offerings.

The
current structure was designed to generally prevent NMFC and its stockholders from being allocated taxable income with respect to unrecognized gains that existed at the time of the
IPO in the Predecessor Entities' assets, and rather such amounts would be allocated generally to AIV Holdings and its stockholders. The result is that any distributions made to NMFC's stockholders
that are attributable to such gains generally will not be treated as taxable dividends but rather as return of capital.

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The
diagram below depicts our organizational structure as of December 31, 2012.

GRAPHIC

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The
Operating Company's investment objective is to generate current income and capital appreciation through the sourcing and origination of debt securities at all levels of the capital
structure, including first and second lien debt, notes, bonds and mezzanine securities. In some cases, the Operating Company's investments may also include equity interests. The primary focus is in
the debt of defensive growth companies, which are defined as generally exhibiting the following characteristics: (i) sustainable secular growth drivers, (ii) high barriers to competitive
entry, (iii) high free cash flow after capital expenditure and working capital needs, (iv) high returns on assets and (v) niche market dominance.

As
of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's net asset value was $569.9 million and its portfolio had a fair value of approximately $989.8 million in 63
portfolio companies, with a weighted average Yield to Maturity of approximately 10.1%. This Yield to Maturity calculation assumes that all investments not on non-accrual are purchased at
fair value on December 31, 2012 and held until their respective maturities with no prepayments or losses and exited at par at maturity. The actual yield to maturity may be higher or lower due
to the future selection of the London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") contracts by the individual companies in the Operating Company's portfolio or other factors.

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Recent Developments

On March 6, 2013, the Operating Company's board of directors, and subsequently NMFC's board of directors, declared a first
quarter 2013 distribution of $0.34 per unit/share payable on March 28, 2013 to holders of record as of March 15, 2013. Subsequently, AIV Holdings' board of directors declared a dividend
payable on March 28, 2013 to holders of record as of March 15, 2013 in an amount equal to $0.34 per unit multiplied by the total number of units owned by AIV Holdings of the Operating
Company as of the record date.

Critical Accounting Policies

The preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the
United States ("GAAP") requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of
the financial statements, and
revenues and expenses during the periods reported. Actual results could materially differ from those estimates. We have identified the following items as critical accounting policies.

Basis of Accounting

The Operating Company consolidates its wholly-owned subsidiary, New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C. ("NMF SLF"). NMFC and AIV
Holdings do not consolidate the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings apply investment company master-feeder financial statement presentation, as described in Accounting Standards Codification 946, Financial
ServicesInvestment Companies, ("ASC 946") to their interest in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings observe that
it is industry practice to follow the presentation prescribed for a master fund-feeder fund structure in ASC 946 in instances in which a master fund is owned by more than one feeder
fund and that such presentation provides stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings with a clearer depiction of their investment in the Master Fund.

Valuation and Leveling of Portfolio Investments

At all times consistent with GAAP and the 1940 Act, the Operating Company conducts a valuation of assets, which impacts its net asset
value, and, consequently, the net asset values of NMFC and AIV Holdings.

The
Operating Company values its assets on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940 Act. In all cases, the Operating Company's board of directors is ultimately
and solely responsible for determining the fair value of its portfolio investments on a quarterly basis in good faith, including investments that are not publicly traded, those whose market prices are
not readily available, and any other situation where its portfolio investments require a fair value determination. Security transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. The Operating
Company's quarterly valuation procedures are set forth in more detail below:



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The
values assigned to investments are based upon available information and do not necessarily represent amounts which might ultimately be realized, since such amounts depend on future
circumstances and cannot be reasonably determined until the individual positions are liquidated. Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily
available market value, the fair value of certain investments may fluctuate from period to period and the fluctuations could be material.

GAAP
fair value measurement guidance classifies the inputs used in measuring fair value into three levels as follows:



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The
inputs into the determination of fair value require significant judgment or estimation by management and consideration of factors specific to each investment. A review of the fair
value hierarchy classifications is conducted on a quarterly basis. Changes in the observability of valuation inputs may result in the transfer of certain investments within the fair value hierarchy
from period to period.

The
following table summarizes the levels in the fair value hierarchy that the Operating Company's portfolio investments fall into as of December 31, 2012:



Total

Level I

Level II

Level IIIFirst lien

$
493,502

$


$
450,617

$
42,885Second lien


441,073





397,818


43,255Subordinated


45,148





22,257


22,891Equity and other


10,097








10,097Total investments

$
989,820

$


$
870,692

$
119,128


NMFC
and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their sole asset is their ownership in the Operating Company. NMFC's and AIV Holdings' investments
in the Operating Company are carried at fair value and represent the pro-rata interest in the net assets of the Operating Company as of the applicable reporting date. NMFC and AIV Holdings
value their ownership interest on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940 Act.

The
Operating Company generally uses the following framework when determining the fair value of investments where there are little, if any, market activity or observable pricing inputs.

Company Performance, Financial Review, and Analysis:Prior to investment, as part of its due diligence process, the Operating
Company evaluates the
overall performance and financial stability of the portfolio company. Post investment, the Operating Company analyzes each portfolio company's current operating performance and relevant financial
trends versus prior year and budgeted results, including, but not limited to, factors affecting its revenue and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ("EBITDA") growth,
margin trends, liquidity position, covenant

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compliance
and changes to its capital structure. The Operating Company also attempts to identify and subsequently track any developments at the portfolio company, within its customer or vendor base or
within the industry or the macroeconomic environment, generally, that may alter any material element of its original investment thesis. This analysis is specific to each portfolio company. The
Operating Company leverages the knowledge gained from its original due diligence process, augmented by this subsequent monitoring, to continually refine its outlook for each of its portfolio companies
and ultimately form the valuation of its investment in each portfolio company. When an external event such as a purchase transaction, public offering or subsequent sale occurs, the Operating Company
will consider the pricing indicated by the external event to corroborate the private valuation.

Market Based Approach:The Operating Company typically estimates the total enterprise value of each portfolio company by
utilizing market value cash
flow (EBITDA) multiples of publicly traded comparable companies. The Operating Company considers numerous factors when selecting the appropriate companies whose trading multiples are used to value its
portfolio companies. These factors include, but are not limited to, the type of organization, similarity to the business being valued, relevant risk factors, as well as size, profitability and growth
expectations. The Operating Company generally applies an average of various relevant comparable company EBITDA multiples to the portfolio company's latest twelve month ("LTM") EBITDA or projected
EBITDA to calculate portfolio company enterprise value. In applying the market based approach as of December 31, 2012, the Operating
Company used a relevant EBITDA range of 4.00x to 12.90x for first lien debt investments, 4.50x to 8.00x for second lien debt investments and 5.50x and 8.50x for subordinated debt investments to
determine the enterprise value of seven of its portfolio companies. The Operating Company believes this was a reasonable range in light of current comparable company trading levels and the specific
companies involved.

Income Based Approach:The Operating Company also typically uses a discounted cash flow analysis to estimate the fair value of
the investment.
Projected cash flows represent the relevant security's contractual interest, fee and principal payments plus the assumption of full principal recovery at the investment's expected maturity date. These
cash flows are discounted at a rate established utilizing a yield calibration approach, which incorporates changes in the credit quality (as measured by relevant statistics) of the portfolio company,
as compared to changes in the yield associated with comparable credit quality market indices, between the date of origination and the valuation date. In applying the income based approach as of
December 31, 2012, the Operating Company used a discount range of 6.0% to 18.0% for first lien debt investments, 11.3% to 12.5% for second lien debt investments and 12.8% to 22.3% for
subordinated debt investments to value seven of its portfolio companies.

Revenue Recognition

The Operating Company's revenue recognition policies are as follows:

Sales and paydowns of investments:Realized gains and losses on investments are determined on the specific identification method.

Interest income:Interest income, including amortization of premium and discount using the effective interest method, is recorded on the
accrual
basis and periodically assessed for collectability. Interest income also includes interest earned from cash on hand. Upon the prepayment of a loan or debt security, any prepayment penalties are
recorded as part of interest income. The Operating Company has loans in the portfolio that contain a payment-in-kind ("PIK") provision. PIK represents interest that is accrued
and recorded as interest income at the contractual rates, added to the loan principal on the respective capitalization dates, and generally due at maturity.

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Non-accrual income:Loans are placed on non-accrual status when principal or interest payments are past due 30 days or
more and when there is reasonable doubt that principal or interest will be collected. Accrued cash and un-capitalized PIK interest is generally reversed when a loan is placed on
non-accrual status. Previously capitalized PIK interest is not reversed when an investment is placed on non-accrual status. Interest payments received on
non-accrual loans may be recognized as income or applied to principal depending upon management's judgment of the ultimate outcome. Non-accrual loans are restored to accrual
status when past due principal and interest is paid and, in management's judgment, are likely to remain current.

Other income:Other income represents delayed compensation, consent or amendment fees, revolver fees and other miscellaneous fees
received. Delayed
compensation is income earned from counterparties on trades that do not settle within a set number of business days after trade date. Other income may also include fees from bridge loans. The
Operating Company may from time to time enter into bridge financing commitments, an obligation to provide interim financing to a counterparty until permanent credit can be obtained. These commitments
are short-term in nature and may expire unfunded. A fee is received by the Operating Company for providing such commitments.

NMFC's
and AIV Holdings' revenue recognition policies are as follows:

Revenue, expenses, and capital gains (losses):At each quarterly valuation date, the Operating Company's investment income, expenses,
net realized
gains (losses), and net increase (decrease) in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are allocated to NMFC and AIV Holdings based on their pro-rata interest in the net assets of the
Operating Company. This is recorded on NMFC's and AIV Holdings' Statements of Operations. Realized gains and losses are recorded upon sales of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' investments in the Operating
Company. Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. is the difference between the net asset value per share and the closing price per
share for shares issued as part of the dividend reinvestment plan on the dividend payment date. This net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance
Holdings, L.L.C. includes the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) from the IPO. NMFC used the proceeds from its IPO and Concurrent Private Placement to purchase units in the Operating Company at
$13.75 per unit (its IPO price per share). At the IPO date, $13.75 per unit represented a discount to the actual net asset value per unit of the Operating Company. As a result, NMFC experienced
immediate unrealized appreciation on its
investment in the Operating Company. Concurrently, AIV Holdings experienced immediate unrealized depreciation on its investment in the Operating Company equal to the difference between NMFC's IPO
price of $13.75 per unit and the actual net asset value per unit.

All
expenses, including those of NMFC and AIV Holdings, are paid and recorded by the Operating Company. Expenses are allocated to NMFC and AIV Holdings based on pro-rata
ownership interest. In addition, the Operating Company paid all of the offering costs related to the IPO and subsequent offerings. NMFC and AIV Holdings have recorded their portion of the offering
costs as a direct reduction to net assets and the cost of their investment in the Operating Company.

With
respect to the expenses incident to any registration of shares of NMFC's common stock issued in exchange for AIV Holdings' units of the Operating Company, AIV Holdings is directly
responsible for the expenses of any demand registration (including underwriters' discounts or commissions) and their pro-rata share of any "piggyback" registration expenses.

Monitoring of Portfolio Investments

The Operating Company monitors the performance and financial trends of its portfolio companies on at least a quarterly basis. The
Operating Company attempts to identify any developments at the portfolio company or within the industry or the macroeconomic environment that may alter any material element of its original investment
strategy.

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The Operating Company uses an investment rating system to characterize and monitor the credit profile and expected level of returns on each investment in the
portfolio. The Operating Company uses a four-level numeric rating scale as follows:



As
of December 31, 2012, all investments in the Operating Company's portfolio had an Investment Rating of 1 or 2 with the exception of two portfolio company names; one with an
Investment Rating of 3 and the other with an Investment Rating of 4. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's first lien positions in ATI Acquisition Company had an Investment Rating of
4 due to the underlying business encountering significant regulatory constraints which have led to the portfolio company's underperformance. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's
original first lien position in ATI Acquisition Company remained on non-accrual status due to the inability of the portfolio company to service its interest payments for the quarter then
ended and uncertainty about its ability to pay such amounts in the future. As of December 31, 2012, this first lien debt investment had a cost basis of $4.3 million, a fair value of zero
and total unearned interest income of $0.7 million for the year then ended. Additionally, the Operating Company's two super priority first lien debt investments in ATI Acquisition Company had a
combined cost basis of $1.6 million and a combined fair value of $0.8 million as of December 31, 2012. Unrealized gains include a fee that the Operating Company would receive upon
maturity of the two super priority first lien debt investments. During the third quarter of 2012, the Operating Company placed the super priority first lien positions on non-accrual status
as well, resulting in total unearned interest income of $0.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's total investment in ATI
Acquisition Company had an aggregate cost basis of $5.9 million and an aggregate fair value of $0.8 million, putting the entire ATI Acquisition Company's positions on
non-accrual status.

Portfolio and Investment Activity

The fair value of the Operating Company's investments was approximately $989.8 million in 63 portfolio companies at
December 31, 2012, $703.5 million in 55 portfolio companies at December 31, 2011 and $441.1 million in 43 portfolio companies at December 31, 2010.

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The
following table shows the Operating Company's portfolio and investment activity for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

Years ended December 31,(in millions)

2012

2011

2010New investments in 45, 37 and 34 portfolio companies, respectively

$
673.2

$
493.3

$
332.7Debt repayments in existing portfolio companies


299.2


146.4


40.3Sales of securities in 22, 17 and 16 portfolio companies, respectively


124.7


85.6


217.9Change in unrealized appreciation on 48, 17 and 36 portfolio companies, respectively


27.0


6.1


13.0Change in unrealized depreciation on 30, 48 and 18 portfolio companies, respectively


(17.1
)

(29.2
)

(53.0
)


At
December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company's weighted average Yield to Maturity was approximately 10.1% and 10.7%, respectively.

Recent Accounting Standards Updates

In May 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2011-04,
Amendments to Achieve Common Fair Value Measurement and Disclosure Requirements in U.S. GAAP and IFRSs ("ASU 2011-04"), which provides clarification about how to measure fair value
and improves comparability of fair value measurements presented and disclosed in accordance with GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards. The amendments included in ASU
2011-04 clarify the FASB's intent about the application of existing fair value measurement and disclosure requirements outlined in ASC 820, as well as include some instances of changes to
particular principles or requirements. ASU 2011-04 clarifies that (i) the concept of the highest and best use valuation premise applies only to nonfinancial assets,
(ii) instruments classified in stockholders' equity should be valued from the perspective of a market participant that holds that instrument as an asset, and (iii) quantitative
information should be disclosed about unobservable inputs used in a fair value measurement that is categorized within Level III of the fair value hierarchy. ASU 2011-04 changes the
guidance in (i) permitting an exception to ASC 820 by allowing an entity to measure the fair value of a group of financial assets and financial liabilities exposed to market and credit risks to
be consistent with the entity's net risk exposures, instead of gross risk, (ii) applying premiums and discounts in a fair value measurement lacking a Level I inputs to be consistent with
the ASC 820 requirements of fair value measurement but that applying premiums and discounts in a fair value measurement related to size as a characteristic of the holding rather than as a
characteristic of the asset or liability is not permitted, and (iii) requiring additional disclosures about fair value measurements categorized within Level III of the fair value
hierarchy, including the valuation processes used and the sensitivity of the fair value measurement to changes in unobservable inputs and the interrelationships between those unobservable inputs. ASU
2011-04 is effective for the interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011. The adoption of ASU 2011-04 did not have a significant impact on the
Companies' financial statements. Additional disclosure was added where applicable.

Results of Operations

Since NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their only business and sole asset are
their ownership of common membership units of the Operating Company, NMFC's and AIV Holdings' results of operations are based on the Operating Company's results of operations.

Under
GAAP, NMFC's IPO did not step-up the cost basis of the Operating Company's existing investments to fair market value at the IPO date. Since the total value of the
Operating Company's investments at the time of the IPO was greater than the investments' cost basis, a larger amount of

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amortization
of purchase or original issue discount, and different amounts in realized gain and unrealized appreciation, may be recognized under GAAP in each period than if the step-up had
occurred. This will remain until such predecessor investments are sold or mature in the future. The Operating Company tracks the transferred (or fair market) value of each of its investment as of the
time of the IPO and, for purposes of the incentive fee calculation, adjusts income as if each investment was purchased at the date of the IPO (or stepped up to fair market value). The respective
"Adjusted Net Investment Income" (defined as net investment income adjusted to reflect income as if the cost basis of investments held at the IPO date had stepped-up to fair market value
as of the IPO date) is used in calculating both the incentive fee and dividend payments. SeeItem 8.Financial Statements and Supplementary
DataNote 5, Agreementsfor additional details.

The
following table for the Operating Company for the year ended December 31, 2012 is adjusted to reflect the step-up to fair market value and the allocation of the
incentive fees related to hypothetical capital gains out of the adjusted post-incentive fee net investment income.

(in thousands)

Year ended
December 31, 2012

Stepped-up Cost
Basis Adjustments

Incentive Fee
Adjustments(1)

Adjusted year ended
December 31, 2012Investment incomeInterest income

$
83,646

$
(3,476
)
$


$
80,170Dividend income


812








812Other income


1,328








1,328Total investment income


85,786


(3,476
)




82,310Total expenses pre-incentive fee


24,625








24,625Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


61,161


(3,476
)




57,685Incentive fee


15,944





(4,407
)

11,537Post-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


45,217


(3,476
)

4,407


46,148Net realized gains (losses) on investments


18,851


(6,958
)




11,893Net change in unrealized appreciation of investments


9,928


10,434





20,362Capital gains incentive fees








(4,407
)

(4,407
)Net increase in capital resulting from operations

$
73,996







$
73,996


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating Company incurred total incentive fees of $15.9 million, of which $4.4 million
related to capital gains incentive fees on a hypothetical liquidation basis.


For
the year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating Company had a $3.5 million adjustment to interest income for amortization, a decrease of $6.9 million to net
realized gains and an increase of $10.4 million to net change in unrealized appreciation to adjust for the stepped-up cost basis of the transferred investments as discussed above. For the
year ended December 31, 2012, total adjusted interest income of $80.2 million consisted of approximately $71.9 million in cash interest from investments, approximately
$2.2 million in payment-in-kind interest from investments, approximately $3.6 million in prepayment fees and net amortization of purchase premiums and discounts
and origination fees of approximately $2.5 million. The Operating Company's Adjusted Net Investment Income was $46.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.

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In
accordance with GAAP, for the year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating Company accrued $4.4 million of hypothetical capital gains incentive fee based upon the
cumulative net Adjusted Realized Capital Gains and Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and the cumulative net Adjusted Unrealized Capital Appreciation and Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on
investments held at the end of each period. Actual amounts paid to the Investment Adviser are consistent with the Investment Management Agreement and are based only on actual Adjusted Realized Capital
Gains computed net of all Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on a cumulative basis from inception through the end of each calendar year as if the entire
portfolio was sold at fair value. As of December 31, 2012, no actual capital gains incentive fee was owed under the Investment Management Agreement, as cumulative net Adjusted Realized Capital
Gains did not exceed cumulative Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation.

The
following table for the Operating Company for the period May 19, 2011 (effective date of the Investment Management Agreement) to December 31, 2011 is adjusted to
reflect the step-up to fair market value.

(in thousands)

Period from
May 19, 2011
to December 31, 2011

Adjustments

Adjusted Period
from May 19, 2011
to December 31, 2011Investment incomeInterest income

$
38,836

$
(2,019
)
$
36,817Other income


670





670Total investment income


39,506


(2,019
)

37,487Total expenses pre-incentive fee


11,863





11,863Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


27,643


(2,019
)

25,624Incentive fee(1)


3,522





3,522Post-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


24,121


(2,019
)

22,102Net realized gains (losses) on investments


3,298


(2,422
)

876Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation of investments


(15,538
)

4,441


(11,097
)Net increase in capital resulting from operations

$
11,881




$
11,881


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had no incentive fees related to capital gains incentive fees on a hypothetical
liquidation basis.


For
the period May 19, 2011 (effective date of the Investment Management Agreement) to December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had a $2.0 million adjustment to
interest income for amortization, a decrease of $2.4 million to realized gains and an increase of $4.4 million to unrealized depreciation to adjust for the stepped-up cost
basis of the transferred investments as discussed above. The Operating Company's Adjusted Net Investment Income was $22.1 million for the period May 19, 2011 (effective date of the
Investment Management Agreement) to December 31, 2011.

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Results of Operations for the Operating Company for the Years Ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010

Revenue

Years ended December 31,(in thousands)

2012

2011

2010Interest income

$
83,646

$
55,809

$
40,485Dividend income


812





Other income


1,328


714


890Total investment income

$
85,786

$
56,523

$
41,375


The
Operating Company's total investment income increased by $29.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2012 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2011. The
51.8% increase in investment income from the year ended 2011 to the year ended 2012 was primarily attributable to larger invested balances, mainly driven by the proceeds from the July 2012 and
December 2012 equity offerings, and the Operating Company's use of leverage from its revolving credit facilities to originate new investments. In the year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating
Company's other income increased due to commitment fees received from three bridge facilities and fees received associated with amendments of 14 different portfolio companies. Additionally, during the
year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating Company received distributions from two portfolio companies, which was recorded as dividend income.

The
Operating Company's total investment income increased by $15.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2011 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2010. The
36.6% increase in investment income from the year ended 2010 to the year ended 2011 was primarily attributable to larger invested balances, which was mainly driven by the proceeds of the IPO on
May 19, 2011 and the formation of NMF SLF. NMF SLF, formed on October 7, 2010, uses cash injected by the Operating Company and leverage from its revolving credit facility to invest
primarily in first lien debt securities. Additionally in 2011, the Operating Company's interest income increased due to prepayment premiums associated with the refinancing and early repayment of the
debt of multiple portfolio companies.

Operating Expenses

Years ended December 31,(in thousands)

2012

2011

2010Incentive fee

$
15,944

$
3,522

$
Management fee


11,109


4,938


71Interest and other credit facility expenses


10,085


7,086


2,948Professional fees


1,021


722


327Other expenses


2,410


1,730


565Total operating expenses

$
40,569

$
17,998

$
3,911


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, the total incentive fees incurred of $15.9 million included $4.4 million related to capital gains
incentive fees on a hypothetical liquidation basis.


The
Operating Company's total operating expenses increased by $22.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2012 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2011. The
Operating Company's management fees and incentive fees increased by $6.2 million and $12.4 million, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2012 as compared to the year ended
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management
and incentive fees from the year ended December 31, 2011 to the year ended December 31, 2012 was attributable to larger invested balances, driven by the proceeds from the July
2012 and December 2012 equity offerings, and the Operating Company's use of leverage from its revolving credit facilities to originate new investments. As a result of the net increase in Adjusted
Realized Capital Gains (Losses) and Adjusted Unrealized Capital Appreciation (Depreciation), a capital gains incentive fees accrual of $4.4 million was booked for the year ended
December 31, 2012. No capital gains incentive fees were booked for the year ended December 31, 2011. As a result of the IPO on May 19, 2011, the Operating Company pays management
fees and incentive fees under its Investment Management Agreement, which provides a different basis for the calculation of these fees as compared to amounts previously paid prior to the completion of
the IPO. As such, management and incentive fees were calculated in accordance with this agreement for a full year in 2012 as compared to a partial year in 2011. Prior to the IPO, an affiliate of the
Predecessor Entities paid a majority of the management and incentive fees.

Interest
and other credit facility expenses increased by $3.0 million during the year ended December 31, 2012, primarily due to the increase of average debt outstanding
from $61.6 million to $133.6 million for the Holdings Credit Facility and from $133.8 million to $181.4 million for the SLF Credit Facility for the year ended
December 31, 2011 compared to December 31, 2012. For the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company incurred $2.5 million and $2.2
million in other expenses that were above the expense cap pursuant to the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, and further restricted by the Operating Company.

The
Operating Company's total operating expenses increased by $14.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2011 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2010. The
Operating Company's management fees and incentive fees increased by $4.9 million and $3.5 million, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2011 as compared to the year ended
December 31, 2010. As a result of the IPO on May 19, 2011, the Operating Company pays management fees and incentive fees under its Investment Management Agreement, which provides a
different basis for the calculation of these fees as compared to amounts previously paid prior to the completion of the IPO. Prior to the IPO, an affiliate of the Predecessor Entities paid a majority
of the management and incentive fees.

Interest
and other credit facility expenses increased by $4.1 million during the year ended December 31, 2011. The credit facility of NMF SLF was originally executed in
October 2010 and, therefore, it was not outstanding for the full year ended December 31, 2010. Costs associated with the closing of the credit facility of NMF SLF are capitalized and charged
against income as other credit facility expense.

Historical
operating expenses do not reflect the allocation of certain professional fees, administrative and other expenses that have been incurred following the completion of the IPO.
Accordingly, the Operating Company's historical operating expenses are not comparable to its operating expenses after the completion of the IPO on May 19, 2011.

Net Realized Gains and Net Change in Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)

Years ended December 31,(in thousands)

2012

2011

2010Net realized gains on investments

$
18,851

$
16,252

$
66,287Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments


9,928


(23,100
)

(39,959
)Total net realized gains and net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments

$
28,779

$
(6,848
)
$
26,328


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The
Operating Company's net realized and unrealized gains or losses resulted in a net gain of $28.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2012 compared to a net loss of
$6.8 million for the same period in 2011, and a net gain of $26.3 million for the same period in 2010. We look at net realized and unrealized gains or losses together as movement in
unrealized appreciation or depreciation can be the result of realizations. The total net gain for the year ended December 31, 2012 was primarily related to the overall increase in the market
and the quality of the Operating Company's portfolio, directly impacting the prices of the Operating Company's portfolio. The appreciation of the Operating Company's portfolio and the sale or
repayment of investments with fair values in excess of December 31, 2011 valuations, resulted in net realized gains being greater than the reversal of the cumulative net unrealized gains for
those investments. The total net loss for the year ended December 31, 2011 was primarily related to the overall market decline, directly impacting the prices of the Operating Company's
portfolio. The total net gain for the year ended December 31, 2010 was primarily driven by the continued appreciation of the Operating Company's portfolio and the sale of
investments with fair values in excess of December 31, 2009 valuations, resulting in realized gains being greater than the reversal of the cumulative unrealized gains for those investments.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

The primary use of existing funds and any funds raised in the future is expected to be for the Operating Company's repayment of
indebtedness, the Operating Company's investments in portfolio companies, cash distributions to the Operating Company's unit holders or for other general corporate purposes.

Guardian
AIV and New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. contributed a portfolio to the Operating Company in connection with the IPO of NMFC, receiving 20,221,938 units of the
Operating Company and 1,252,964 shares of NMFC, respectively. On May 19, 2011, NMFC priced its initial offering of 7,272,727 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $13.75 per
share. Concurrently with the closing of the IPO and at the public offering price of $13.75 per share, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock to certain executives and employees
of, and other individuals affiliated with, New Mountain Capital in the Concurrent Private Placement. NMFC used the gross proceeds from the IPO and Concurrent Private Placement to acquire units in the
Operating Company.

On
July 10, 2012, NMFC's shelf registration statement became effective. On July 17, 2012, NMFC completed a public offering of 5,250,000 shares of its common stock at a
public offering price of $14.35 per share. In connection with this offering, the underwriters purchased an additional 676,802 shares with the exercise of the overallotment option to purchase up to an
additional 787,500 shares of common stock.

On
September 28, 2012, NMFC completed an underwritten secondary public offering of 4,000,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $15.00 per share on behalf of
a selling stockholder, AIV Holdings. No shares were sold by NMFC, and it did not receive any proceeds from this secondary public offering. The Operating Company and NMFC did not bear any expenses in
connection with the offering. The offering expenses were borne by the selling stockholder, AIV Holdings.

On
December 7, 2012, NMFC completed a public offering of 3,250,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $14.80 per share. In connection with the offering, the
underwriters purchased an additional 320,063 shares with the exercise of the overallotment option to purchase up to an additional 487,500 shares of common stock.

The
Operating Company's liquidity is generated and generally available through advances from the revolving credit facilities, from cash flows from operations, and, we expect, through
periodic follow-on equity offerings of NMFC.

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At
December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the Operating Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $12.8 million,
$15.3 million and $10.7 million, respectively. Cash (used in) provided by operating activities for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and
December 31, 2010 was approximately $(212.6) million, $(316.3) million and $29.1 million, respectively. We expect that all current liquidity needs by the Operating Company will be met
with cash flows from operations and other activities.

Credit Facilities

Holdings Credit FacilityThe Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and restated, dated May 19, 2011 (the "Holdings Credit Facility") among
the Operating Company as the Borrower and Collateral Administrator, Wells Fargo Securities, L.L.C. as the Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as the Collateral Custodian,
is structured as a revolving credit facility and matures on October 27, 2016, as amended on May 8, 2012. The maximum amount of revolving borrowings available under the Holdings Credit
Facility is $210.0 million, as amended on December 18, 2012. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company was permitted to borrow up to 45.0% or 25.0% of the purchase price of
pledged first lien or non-first lien debt securities, and up to 70.0% and 45.0% of the purchase price of specified first lien debt securities and specified non-first lien debt
securities, respectively, subject to approval by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association. The credit facility is collateralized by all of the investments of the Operating Company on an investment by
investment basis. All fees associated with the origination or upsizing of the Holdings Credit Facility are capitalized on the Operating Company's Consolidated Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and
Members' Capital and charged against income as other credit facility expenses over the life of the Holdings Credit Facility. The Holdings Credit Facility contains certain customary affirmative and
negative covenants and events of default, including the occurrence of a change in control. In addition, the Holdings Credit Facility requires the Operating Company to maintain a minimum asset coverage
ratio. However, the covenants are generally not tied to mark to market fluctuations in the prices of the Operating Company's investments, but rather to the performance of the underlying portfolio
companies.

The
Holdings Credit Facility (as well as the Predecessor Credit Facility) bears interest at a rate of the London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") plus 2.75% per annum, as amended on
May 8, 2012, and charges a non-usage fee, based on the unused facility amount multiplied by the Non-Usage Fee Rate (as defined in the credit agreement).

The
following table summarizes the interest expense and non-usage fees incurred by the Operating Company on the Holdings Credit Facility for the years ended
December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

Years ended December 31,(in millions)

2012

2011

2010Interest expense

$
4.2

$
2.0

$
2.2Non-usage fee

$
0.3

$
0.6

$
0.3Weighted average interest rate


3.1
%

3.2
%

3.3
%Average debt outstanding

$
133.6

$
61.6

$
68.3


The
outstanding balance of Holdings Credit Facility as of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 was $206.9 million, $129.0 million
and $59.7 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the Operating Company is not aware of any instances of
non-compliance related to the Holdings Credit Facility on such dates.

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SLF Credit FacilityThe Operating Company's senior loan fund's Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and restated, dated October 27, 2010
(the "SLF Credit Facility") among NMF SLF as the Borrower, the Operating Company as the Collateral Administrator, Wells Fargo Securities, L.L.C. as the Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association, as the Collateral Custodian, is structured as a revolving credit facility and matures on October 27, 2016, as amended on May 8, 2012. The maximum amount of
revolving borrowings available under the SLF Credit Facility is $215.0 million, as amended on December 18, 2012. The loan is non-recourse to the Operating Company and secured
by all assets owned by the borrower on an investment by investment basis. All fees associated with the origination or upsizing of the SLF Credit Facility are capitalized on the Consolidated Statement
of Assets, Liabilities, and Members' Capital and charged against income as other credit facility expenses over the life of the SLF Credit Facility. The SLF Credit Facility contains certain customary
affirmative and negative covenants and events of default, including the occurrence of a change in control. The covenants are generally not tied to mark to market fluctuations in the prices of our
investments, but rather to the performance of the underlying portfolio companies.

As
of December 31, 2012, the SLF Credit Facility permitted borrowings of up to 70.0% of the purchase price of pledged debt securities subject to approval by Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association. Due to a fifth amendment to the SLF Credit Facility on October 27, 2011, NMF SLF is no longer restricted from the purchase or sale of loans with an affiliate. Therefore,
specified first lien loans can be moved as collateral between the Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit Facility.

The
SLF Credit Facility bears interest at a rate of LIBOR plus 2.00% per annum, as amended on May 8, 2012. A non-usage fee is paid, based on the unused facility amount
multiplied by the Non-Usage Fee Rate (as defined in the credit agreement).

The
following table summarizes the interest expense and non-usage fees incurred by the Operating Company on the SLF Credit Facility for the years ended December 31,
2012, December 31, 2011 and the period from October 7, 2010 (commencement of NMF SLF operations) to December 31, 2010:

Years ended
December 31,From October 7, 2010
(commencement of NMF SLF
operations) to December 31, 2010(in millions)

2012

2011Interest expense

$
4.2

$
3.4

$
0.1Non-usage fee

$
0.0
(1)
$
0.1

$
0.1Weighted average interest rate


2.3
%

2.5
%

2.5
%Average debt outstanding

$
181.4

$
133.8

$
27.7


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, the total non-usage fee was less than $0.1 million.


The
outstanding balance as of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 was $214.3 million, $165.9 million and $56.9 million,
respectively. As of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, NMF SLF is not aware of any instances of non-compliance related to the SLF Credit
Facility on such dates.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

The Operating Company may become a party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk in the normal course of
business to meet the financial needs of its portfolio companies. These instruments may include commitments to extend credit and involve, to varying degrees, elements of liquidity and credit risk in
excess of the amount recognized in the balance sheet. As of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had outstanding commitments to third parties to fund
investments totaling $10.5 million and $27.0 million, respectively, under various undrawn revolving credit facilities, delayed draw commitments or other future funding commitments.

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The
Operating Company may from time to time enter into financing commitment letters or bridge financing commitments, which could require funding in the future. As of December 31,
2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company did not enter into any commitment letters to purchase debt investments. As of December 31, 2011, the Operating Company entered into
bridge financing commitments in an aggregate par amount of $35.0 million. There were no such bridge financing commitments outstanding as of December 31, 2012.

Borrowings

The Operating Company had borrowings of $206.9 million and $129.0 million outstanding as of December 31, 2012 and
December 31, 2011, respectively, under the Holdings Credit Facility. The Operating Company had borrowings of $214.3 million and $165.9 million outstanding as of
December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, under the SLF Credit Facility.

Contractual Obligations

A summary of the Operating Company's significant contractual payment obligations as of December 31, 2012 is as follows:

Contractual Obligations
Payments Due by Period
(in thousands)Total

Less than
1 Year

1 - 3
Years

3 - 5
Years

More than
5 YearsHoldings Credit Facility(1)

$
206,938

$


$


$
206,938

$
SLF Credit Facility(2)


214,262








214,262


Total Contractual Obligations

$
421,200

$


$


$
421,200

$



(1)Under
the terms of the $210.0 million Holdings Credit Facility, all outstanding borrowings under that facility ($206.9 million as of
December 31, 2012) were required to be repaid on or before October 27, 2016. As of December 31, 2012, there was approximately $3.1 million of possible capacity remaining
under the Holdings Credit Facility.(2)Under
the terms of the $215.0 million SLF Credit Facility, all outstanding borrowings under that facility ($214.3 million as of
December 31, 2012) must be repaid on or before October 27, 2016. As of December 31, 2012, there was approximately $0.7 million of possible capacity remaining under the SLF
Credit Facility.


The
Operating Company has certain contracts under which it has material future commitments. The Operating Company has $10.5 million of undrawn funding commitments as of
December 31, 2012 related to its participation as a lender in revolving credit facilities, delayed draw commitments or other future funding commitments of the Operating Company's portfolio
companies. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company did not enter into any bridge financing commitments, which could require funding in the future.

We
have entered into the Investment Management Agreement with the Investment Adviser in accordance with the 1940 Act. Under the Investment Management Agreement, the Investment Adviser
has agreed to provide the Operating Company with investment advisory and management services. We have agreed to pay for these services (1) a management fee and (2) an incentive fee based
on its performance.

We
have also entered into an administration agreement, as amended and restated (the "Administration Agreement"), with the Administrator. Under the Administration Agreement, the
Administrator has agreed to arrange office space for us and provide office equipment and clerical, bookkeeping and record keeping services and other administrative services necessary to conduct our

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respective
day-to-day operations. The Administrator has also agreed to perform, or oversee the performance of, our financial records, our reports to stockholders / unit holders
and reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

If
any of the contractual obligations discussed above are terminated, our costs under any new agreements that are entered into may increase. In addition, we would likely incur
significant time and expense in locating alternative parties to provide the services we expect to receive under the Investment Management Agreement and the Administration Agreement.

Distributions and Dividends

Dividends declared to stockholders / unit holders of the Companies for the year ended December 31, 2012 totaled
$59.4 million, of which $3.4 million remained as an outstanding payable to NMFC and its stockholders as of December 31, 2012 and $7.8 million remained as an outstanding
payable to AIV Holdings and its stockholders as of December 31, 2012. Separately, AIV Holdings declared and distributed additional dividends of $58.2 million to its sole stockholder,
Guardian AIV, in connection with proceeds from the September 28, 2012 underwritten secondary public offering.

The
following table summarizes our quarterly cash distributions, including dividends and returns of capital, if any, per unit/share that have been declared by the Operating Company's
board of directors, and subsequently NMFC's board of directors, since NMFC's IPO:

Fiscal Year Ended

Date Declared

Record Date

Payment Date

Per Share/
Unit AmountDecember 31, 2012Fourth Quarter(1)

December 27, 2012

December 31, 2012

January 31, 2013

$
0.14Fourth Quarter

November 6, 2012

December 14, 2012

December 28, 2012


0.34Third Quarter

August 8, 2012

September 14, 2012

September 28, 2012


0.34Second Quarter

May 8, 2012

June 15, 2012

June 29, 2012


0.34Second Quarter(2)

May 8, 2012

May 21, 2012

May 31, 2012


0.23First Quarter

March 7, 2012

March 15, 2012

March 30, 2012


0.32December 31, 2011Fourth Quarter

November 8, 2011

December 15, 2011

December 30, 2011

$
0.30Third Quarter

August 10, 2011

September 15, 2011

September 30, 2011


0.29Second Quarter

August 10, 2011

August 22, 2011

August 31, 2011


0.27Total







$
2.57


(1)Special
dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability.(2)Special
dividend related to estimated realized capital gains attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor
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The
following table summarizes our quarterly cash distributions, including dividends and returns of capital, if any, that have been declared by the Operating Company's board of
directors, and subsequently AIV Holdings' board of directors, since NMFC's IPO:

Fiscal Year Ended

Date Declared

Record Date

Payment Date

Amount
(in millions)December 31, 2012Fourth Quarter(1)(2)

December 27, 2012

December 31, 2012

January 31, 2013

$
2.3Fourth Quarter(1)

November 6, 2012

December 14, 2012

December 28, 2012(3)


5.5Third Quarter(4)

August 8, 2012

September 14, 2012

September 28, 2012


6.9
(5)Second Quarter(4)

May 8, 2012

June 15, 2012

June 29, 2012(7)


6.9Second Quarter(4)(6)

May 8, 2012

May 21, 2012

May 31, 2012


4.6First Quarter(4)

March 7, 2012

March 15, 2012

March 30, 2012(8)


6.5December 31, 2011(4)Fourth Quarter

November 8, 2011

December 15, 2011

December 30, 2011

$
6.1Third Quarter

August 10, 2011

September 15, 2011

September 30, 2011


5.9Second Quarter

August 10, 2011

August 22, 2011

August 31, 2011


5.4Total







$
50.1


(1)As
of the respective record dates, AIV Holdings owned 16,221,938 units of the Operating Company. AIV Holdings received a total dividend for the respective
amounts and subsequently AIV Holdings' board of directors declared total dividends in the same amounts payable to the holders of record as of the respective record dates.(2)Special
dividend intended to minimize to the greatest extent possible NMFC's federal income or excise tax liability.(3)Actual
cash payment was made on January 7, 2013.(4)As
of the respective record dates, AIV Holdings owned 20,221,938 units of the Operating Company. AIV Holdings received a total dividend for the respective
amounts and subsequently AIV Holdings' board of directors declared total dividends in the same amounts payable to the holders of record as of the respective record dates.(5)This
amount does not include the distribution to Guardian AIV of $58.2 million in connection with proceeds from the September 28, 2012
underwritten secondary public offering.(6)Special
dividend related to estimated realized capital gains attributable to the Operating Company's investments in Lawson Software, Inc. and Infor
Lux Bond Company.(7)Actual
cash payment was made on July 9, 2012.(8)Actual
cash payment was made on April 4, 2012.


Tax
characteristics of all dividends paid by NMFC and AIV Holdings were reported to stockholders on Form 1099 after the end of the calendar year. Future quarterly
dividends, if any, for the Companies will be determined by their respective board of directors.

Since
NMFC and AIV Holdings are holding companies, all distributions on their common stock will be paid from distributions received from the Operating Company. The Operating Company
intends to make distributions to its unit holders that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay quarterly distributions to their stockholders and to obtain and maintain their status
as RICs. Under certain circumstances, the distributions that the Operating Company makes to its members may not be sufficient for AIV Holdings to satisfy the annual distribution requirement necessary
for AIV Holdings
to qualify as a RIC. In that case, it is expected that Guardian AIV would consent to be treated as if it received distributions from AIV Holdings sufficient to satisfy the annual distribution
requirement. Guardian AIV would be required to include the consent dividend in its taxable income as a dividend

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from
AIV Holdings, which would result in phantom (i.e., non-cash) taxable income to Guardian AIV. AIV Holdings intends to make quarterly distributions to Guardian AIV out of assets
legally available for distribution each quarter. NMFC intends to distribute approximately its entire portion of the Operating Company's Adjusted Net Investment Income on a quarterly basis and
substantially its entire portion of the Operating Company's taxable income on an annual basis, except that it may retain certain net capital gains for reinvestment.

NMFC
maintains an "opt out" dividend reinvestment plan for its common stockholders. As a result, if the Operating Company declares a dividend, then NMFC stockholders' cash dividends will
be automatically reinvested in additional shares of NMFC's common stock, unless they specifically "opt out" of the dividend reinvestment plan so as to receive cash dividends. Cash dividends reinvested
in additional shares of NMFC's common stock will be automatically reinvested by NMFC in the Operating Company in exchange for additional units of the Operating Company. See Item 8Financial Statements and
Supplementary DataNote 2, Summary of Significant Accounting Policiesfor
additional details regarding NMFC's dividend reinvestment plan.

AIV
Holdings does not intend to reinvest any distributions received in additional units of the Operating Company.

Related Parties

The Companies have entered into a number of business relationships with affiliated or related parties, including the
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In
addition, NMFC and the Operating Company have adopted a formal code of ethics that governs the conduct of their respective officers and directors. These officers and directors also
remain subject to the duties imposed by the 1940 Act, the Delaware General Corporation Law and the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act.

The
Investment Adviser and its affiliates may also manage other funds in the future that may have investment mandates that are similar, in whole and in part, with the Operating Company's
investment mandates. The Investment Adviser and its affiliates may determine that an investment is appropriate for the Operating Company and for one or more of those other funds. In such event,
depending on the availability of such investment and other appropriate factors, the Investment Adviser or its affiliates may determine that we should invest side-by-side with
one or more other funds. Any such investments will be made only to the extent permitted by applicable law and interpretive positions of the Securities and Exchange Commission and its staff, and
consistent with the Investment Adviser's allocation procedures.

Concurrently
with the IPO, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals affiliated with, New Mountain
Capital in the Concurrent Private Placement.

Item 7A.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

The Operating Company is subject to certain financial market risks, such as interest rate fluctuations. During the year ended
December 31, 2012, certain of the loans held in the Operating Company's portfolio had floating interest rates. Interest rates on the loans held within the Operating Company's portfolio of
investments are typically based on floating LIBOR, with many of these assets also having a LIBOR floor. Additionally, the Operating Company's senior secured revolving credit facilities are also
subject to floating interest rates and are currently paid based on one-month floating LIBOR rates.

The
following table estimates the potential changes in net cash flow generated from interest income and expenses, should interest rates increase by 100, 200 or 300 basis points, or
decrease by 25 basis points. Interest income is calculated as revenue from interest generated from the Operating Company's portfolio of investments held on December 31, 2012. Interest expense
is calculated based on the terms of the Operating Company's two outstanding revolving credit facilities. For the Operating Company's floating rate credit facilities, the Operating Company uses the
outstanding balance as of December 31, 2012. Interest expense on the Operating Company's floating rate credit facilities are calculated using the interest rate as of December 31, 2012,
adjusted for the hypothetical changes in rates, as shown below. The base interest rate case assumes the rates on the Operating Company's portfolio investments remain unchanged from the actual
effective interest rates as of December 31, 2012. These hypothetical calculations are based on a model of the investments in the Operating Company's portfolio, held as of December 31,
2012, and are only adjusted for assumed changes in the underlying base interest rates.

Actual
results could differ significantly from those estimated in the table.

Change in Interest Rates

Estimated
Percentage
Change in Interest
Income Net of
Interest Expense (unaudited)-25 Basis Points


1.13
%Base Interest Rate



%+100 Basis Points


(3.91
)%+200 Basis Points


0.63
%+300 Basis Points


6.72
%


The
Operating Company was not exposed to any foreign currency exchange risks as of December 31, 2012.

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Item 8.    Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

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PAGEAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTSReport of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm


91New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Consolidated Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Members' Capital as of December 31, 2012 and December 31,
2011


92Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and
December 31, 2010


93Consolidated Statements of Changes in Members' Capital for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011
and December 31, 2010


94Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31,
 2010


95Consolidated Schedule of Investments as of December 31, 2012


96Consolidated Schedule of Investments as of December 31, 2011


101New Mountain Finance CorporationStatement of Assets and Liabilities as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011


106Statements of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


107Statement of Changes in Net Assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of
operations) to December 31, 2011


108Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


109New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings CorporationStatement of Assets and Liabilities as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011


110Statements of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations)
to December 31, 2011


111Statement of Changes in Net Assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of
operations) to December 31, 2011


112Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


113Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance Corporation and the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation


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LOGO

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To
the Boards of Directors and Investors of
New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
New Mountain Finance Corporation and
New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation
New York, New York

We
have audited the accompanying consolidated statement of assets, liabilities and members' capital of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., including the consolidated schedule of
investments as of December 31, 2012 and 2011, and the related consolidated statements of operations, consolidated statements of changes in members' capital, and cash flows for the three years
in the period ended December 31, 2012 and the financial highlights for the period from October 29, 2008 (commencement of operations) to December 31, 2008 and each of the four
years in the period ended December 31, 2012. Also, we have audited the statements of assets and liabilities of New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation
as of December 31, 2012 and 2011, and the related statements of operations, changes in net assets, cash flows and the financial highlights for the period from May 19, 2011(commencement
of operations) to December 31, 2011 and for the year ended December 31, 2012. These financial statements are the responsibility of the management of New Mountain Finance Holdings,
L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and financial highlights based on
our audits.

We
conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). These standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement
presentation. Our procedures included confirmation of investments as of December 31, 2012 and 2011, by correspondence with the custodian, loan agent or borrower; where replies were not
received, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In
our opinion, such financial statements and financial highlights referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of New Mountain Finance
Holdings, L.L.C. as of December 31, 2012 and 2011, and the consolidated results of its operations, its consolidated changes in members' capital, and its consolidated cash flows for each
of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2012 and the financial highlights for the period from October 29, 2008 (commencement of operations) to December 31, 2008 and
each of the four years in the period ended December 31,2012; and the financial positions of New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation as of
December 31, 2012 and 2011 and the results of their operations, changes in their net assets, their cash flows, and the financial highlights for the period from May 19, 2011(commencement
of operations) to December 31, 2011 and for the year ended December 31, 2012, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

We
have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), New Mountain Finance Corporation's internal control over
financial reporting
as of December 31, 2012, based on the criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission
and our report dated March 6, 2013 expressed an unqualified opinion on New Mountain Finance Corporation's internal control over financial reporting.

/s/
DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP
New York, New York
March 6, 2013

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Members' Capital

December 31,
2012

December 31,
2011AssetsInvestments at fair value (cost of $976,243,063 and $699,864,784, respectively)

$
989,819,613

$
703,513,560Cash and cash equivalents


12,752,075


15,318,811Receivable from unsettled securities sold


9,962,209


Interest and dividend receivable


6,340,146


7,307,092Deferred credit facility costs (net of accumulated amortization of $2,015,763 and $855,955, respectively)


5,490,266


3,713,739Receivable from affiliate


533,407


369,017Other assets


665,872


356,486Total assets

$
1,025,563,588

$
730,578,705LiabilitiesSLF Credit Facility


214,262,314


165,928,000Holdings Credit Facility


206,938,049


129,037,813Dividends payable


11,192,205


Payable for unsettled securities purchased


9,700,000


7,604,931Incentive fee payable


7,796,928


2,317,328Management fee payable


3,221,547


2,200,354Interest payable


712,093


1,747,095Other liabilities


1,801,889


1,241,366Total liabilities


455,625,025


310,076,887Members' Capital


569,938,563


420,501,818Total liabilities and members' capital

$
1,025,563,588

$
730,578,705Outstanding common membership units


40,548,189


30,919,629Capital per unit

$
14.06

$
13.60




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Statements of Operations

Year ended December 31,2012

2011

2010Investment incomeInterest income

$
83,645,911

$
55,809,453

$
40,485,158Dividend income


811,800





Other income


1,328,300


713,991


889,619Total investment income


85,786,011


56,523,444


41,374,777ExpensesIncentive fee


15,943,910


3,522,330


Management fee


11,109,053


4,938,004


70,999Interest and other credit facility expenses


10,084,639


7,086,019


2,948,460Administrative expenses (net of reimbursable expenses of $1,389,953, $870,032 and $0, respectively)


1,036,020


744,959


401,133Professional fees (net of reimbursable expenses of $1,069,904, $1,315,733 and $0, respectively)


1,021,194


721,578


327,331Other general and administrative expenses


1,373,715


985,283


162,593Total expenses


40,568,531


17,998,173


3,910,516Net investment income


45,217,480


38,525,271


37,464,261Net realized gains on investments


18,851,239


16,252,062


66,287,267Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments


9,927,774


(23,100,241
)

(39,959,267
)Net increase in capital resulting from operations

$
73,996,493

$
31,677,092

$
63,792,261




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Statements of Changes in Members' Capital

Year ended December 31,2012

2011

2010Increase (decrease) in members' capital resulting from operations:Net investment income

$
45,217,480

$
38,525,271

$
37,464,261Net realized gains on investments


18,851,239


16,252,062


66,287,267Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments


9,927,774


(23,100,241
)

(39,959,267
)Net increase in members' capital resulting from operations


73,996,493


31,677,092


63,792,261Distributions





(10,249,155
)

(115,940,206
)Contributions


133,428,296


195,294,674


54,634,523Dividends declared


(59,378,278
)

(26,590,881
)

Offering costs


(564,736
)




Reinvestment of dividends


1,954,970


(11,557,173
)

Net increase in members' capital


149,436,745


178,574,557


2,486,578Members' capital at the beginning of the period


420,501,818


241,927,261


239,440,683Members' capital at the end of the period

$
569,938,563

$
420,501,818

$
241,927,261




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Year ended December 31,2012

2011

2010Cash flows from operating activitiesNet increase in members' capital resulting from operations

$
73,996,493

$
31,677,092

$
63,792,261Adjustments to reconcile net (increase) decrease in members' capital resulting from operations to net cash (used in) provided by operating
activities:Net realized gains on investments


(18,851,239
)

(16,252,062
)

(66,287,267
)Net change in unrealized (appreciation) depreciation of investments


(9,927,774
)

23,100,241


39,959,267Amortization of purchase discount


(5,995,901
)

(5,861,691
)

(16,326,857
)Amortization of deferred credit facility costs


1,159,808


786,046


69,909Non-cash interest income


(2,187,027
)

(1,538,462
)

(3,374,086
)(Increase) decrease in operating assets:Purchase of investments


(673,354,807
)

(494,693,776
)

(332,708,278
)Proceeds from sales and paydowns of investments


423,874,005


231,962,469


260,039,529Cash received for purchase of undrawn portion of revolving credit or delayed draw facilities


136,691


1,363,154


Cash paid for sale of undrawn portion of revolving credit or delayed draw facilities








(1,837,500
)Cash paid for drawn revolver


(12,705,000
)

(535,593
)

Cash repayments on drawn revolvers


12,705,000





Receivable from unsettled securities sold


(9,962,209
)




5,124,622Interest and dividend receivable


966,946


(4,299,305
)

(2,209,025
)Receivable from affiliate


(164,390
)

(369,017
)

Other assets


(50,113
)

(350,644
)

(4,435
)Increase (decrease) in operating liabilities:Payable for unsettled securities purchased


2,095,069


(86,857,569
)

82,230,235Incentive fee payable


5,479,600


2,317,328


Management fee payable


1,021,193


2,200,354


Interest payable


(1,035,002
)

933,903


340,503Payable to affiliate





(394,279
)

(190,500
)Other liabilities


150,867


533,795


432,931Net cash flows (used in) provided by operating activities


(212,647,790
)

(316,278,016
)

29,051,309Cash flows from financing activitiesContributions


133,428,296


195,294,674


54,634,523Distributions





(10,249,155
)

(115,940,206
)Dividends paid


(46,231,103
)

(26,590,881
)

Offering costs paid


(267,917
)

(11,557,173
)

Proceeds from Holdings Credit Facility


523,099,161


336,508,450


44,850,495Repayment of Holdings Credit Facility


(445,198,925
)

(267,167,575
)

(62,898,232
)Proceeds from SLF Credit Facility


112,993,365


172,060,007


56,936,000Repayment of SLF Credit Facility


(64,659,051
)

(63,068,007
)

Deferred credit facility costs paid


(3,082,772
)

(4,377,595
)

Net cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities


210,081,054


320,852,745


(22,417,420
)Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents


(2,566,736
)

4,574,729


6,633,889Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period


15,318,811


10,744,082


4,110,193Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period

$
12,752,075

$
15,318,811

$
10,744,082Supplemental disclosure of cash flow informationInterest paid

$
9,432,696

$
4,358,103

$
2,130,839Non-cash financing activities:Dividends declared and payable

$
11,192,205

$


$
Value of members' capital issued in connection with dividend reinvestment plan


1,954,970





Accrual for offering costs


556,092





3,528,110Accrual for deferred credit facility costs


45,663


192,099


1,950,029




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Schedule of Investments        December 31, 2012

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalFunded Debt InvestmentsBermudaStratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings Ltd.(4)**Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd. / Stratus Technologies, Inc.Information Technology

First lien(2)(7)

12.00%


3/29/2015

$
6,664,000

$
6,396,040

$
6,630,680


1.16
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsBermuda








$
6,664,000

$
6,396,040

$
6,630,680


1.16
%Funded Debt InvestmentsCayman IslandsPinnacle Holdco S.à r.l. / Pinnacle (US) Acquisition Co Limited**Software

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


7/30/2019

$
2,992,500

$
2,970,860

$
2,999,233Second lien(2)

10.50% (Base Rate + 9.25%)


7/30/2020


30,000,000


29,420,055


30,487,50032,992,500


32,390,915


33,486,733


5.88
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsCayman Islands








$
32,992,500

$
32,390,915

$
33,486,733


5.88
%Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited KingdomMagic Newco, LLC**Software

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


12/12/2018

$
14,962,500

$
14,543,380

$
15,104,644


2.65
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited Kingdom








$
14,962,500

$
14,543,380

$
15,104,644


2.65
%Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited StatesEdmentum, Inc.(fka Plato, Inc.)Education

First lien(3)

7.50% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


5/17/2018

$
11,700,000

$
11,377,495

$
11,743,875Second lien(2)

11.25% (Base Rate + 9.75%)


5/17/2019


29,150,000


28,604,019


28,567,00040,850,000


39,981,514


40,310,875


7.07
%Novell, Inc. (fka Attachmate Corporation, NetIQ Corporation)Software

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 5.75%)


11/22/2017


7,700,000


7,559,911


7,785,247Second lien(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


11/22/2018


24,000,000


23,326,421


23,560,00831,700,000


30,886,332


31,345,255


5.50
%Rocket Software, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

10.25% (Base Rate + 8.75%)


2/8/2019


30,875,000


30,710,863


30,932,891


5.43
%Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc.Healthcare Services

Second lien(2)

10.50% (Base Rate + 9.25%)


6/10/2019


30,000,000


29,402,494


30,318,750


5.32
%Unitek Global Services, Inc.Business Services

First lien(2)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


4/16/2018


19,650,000


19,201,741


19,330,688First lien(2)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


4/16/2018


5,970,000


5,797,909


5,872,988First lien(2)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


4/16/2018


4,962,500


4,780,616


4,881,85930,582,500


29,780,266


30,085,535


5.28
%KeyPoint Government Solutions, Inc.Federal Services

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


11/13/2017


20,000,000


19,607,744


19,900,000First lien(2)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


11/13/2017


10,000,000


9,702,987


9,950,00030,000,000


29,310,731


29,850,000


5.24
%Global Knowledge Training LLCEducation

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 4.99%)


4/21/2017


4,776,379


4,717,845


4,704,733First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 4.00%)


4/21/2017


1,173,760


1,159,106


1,156,154Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 9.75%)


10/21/2018


24,250,000


23,813,747


23,755,30030,200,139


29,690,698


29,616,187


5.20
%Managed Health Care Associates, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(2)

3.47% (Base Rate + 3.25%)


8/1/2014


14,755,543


13,240,121


14,275,988Second lien(2)

6.72% (Base Rate + 6.50%)


2/1/2015


15,000,000


12,790,120


14,475,00029,755,543


26,030,241


28,750,988


5.05
%Transtar Holding CompanyDistribution

Second lien(2)

9.75% (Base Rate + 8.50%)


10/9/2019


28,300,000


27,786,609


28,653,750


5.03
%Meritas Schools Holdings, LLCEducation

First lien(3)

7.50% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


7/29/2017


8,150,286


8,084,328


8,170,661Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 10.00%)


1/29/2018


20,000,000


19,747,073


20,000,00028,150,286


27,831,401


28,170,661


4.94
%Kronos IncorporatedSoftware

Second lien(2)

9.75% (Base Rate + 8.50%)


4/30/2020


25,000,000


24,752,991


25,125,000


4.41
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalSt. George's University Scholastic Services LLCEducation

First lien(2)

8.50% (Base Rate + 7.00%)


12/20/2017

$
25,000,000

$
24,501,319

$
24,500,000


4.30
%SRA International, Inc.Federal Services

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


7/20/2018


20,436,329


19,740,789


19,542,239First lien(2)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


7/20/2018


4,315,000


4,225,409


4,126,21924,751,329


23,966,198


23,668,458


4.15
%Aderant North America, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 7.75%)


6/20/2019


22,500,000


22,162,978


23,062,500


4.05
%LM U.S. Member LLC (and LM U.S. Corp Acquisition Inc.)Business Services

Second lien(2)

9.50% (Base Rate + 8.25%)


10/26/2020


20,000,000


19,703,785


20,150,000


3.54
%Learning Care Group (US), Inc.Education

First lien(2)

12.00%


4/27/2016


17,368,421


17,173,863


16,695,606Subordinated(2)

15.00% PIK*


6/30/2016


3,782,365


3,638,844


3,434,50621,150,786


20,812,707


20,130,112


3.53
%Six3 Systems, Inc.Federal Services

First lien(2)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.75%)


10/4/2019


20,000,000


19,805,458


20,025,000


3.51
%First American Payment Systems, L.P.Business Services

Second lien(2)

10.75% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


4/12/2019


20,000,000


19,608,588


19,900,000


3.49
%eResearchTechnology, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.50%)


5/2/2018


19,950,000


19,201,799


19,850,250


3.48
%Insight Pharmaceuticals LLCHealthcare Products

Second lien(2)

13.25% (Base Rate + 11.75%)


8/25/2017


19,310,345


18,659,022


19,503,448


3.42
%Transplace Texas, L.P.Logistics

Second lien(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 9.00%)


4/12/2017


20,000,000


19,585,791


19,500,000


3.42
%PODS, Inc.(6)Consumer ServicesPODS Funding Corp. II

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


11/29/2016


14,007,369


13,668,092


13,972,351Storapod Holding Company, Inc.

Subordinated(2)

21.00% PIK*


11/29/2017


5,296,065


5,156,066


5,112,58019,303,434


18,824,158


19,084,931


3.35
%Smile Brands Group Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


12/21/2017


19,859,299


19,597,841


18,767,038


3.29
%Ascensus, Inc.Business Services

First lien(2)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.75%)


12/21/2018


8,500,000


8,330,000


8,330,000First lien(3)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.75%)


12/21/2018


8,500,000


8,330,122


8,330,00017,000,000


16,660,122


16,660,000


2.92
%Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc. (Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc.)Federal Services

First lien(3)

7.50% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


4/21/2017


15,757,542


15,643,633


15,599,967


2.74
%IG Investments Holdings, LLCBusiness Services

Second lien(2)

10.25% (Base Rate + 9.00%)


10/31/2020


15,000,000


14,851,861


14,925,000


2.62
%OpenLink International, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

7.75% (Base Rate + 6.25%)


10/30/2017


14,850,000


14,600,033


14,850,000


2.61
%Landslide Holdings, Inc. (Crimson Acquisition Corp.)Software

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.75%)


6/19/2018


14,625,000


14,353,255


14,670,528


2.57
%KPLT Holdings, Inc. (Centerplate, Inc., et al.)Consumer Services

Subordinated(2)

11.75% (10.25% + 1.50% PIK)*


4/16/2019


14,637,082


14,351,316


14,344,340


2.52
%Sabre Inc.Software

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


12/29/2017


13,965,000


13,918,202


14,186,108


2.49
%Brock Holdings III, Inc.Industrial Services

Second lien(2)

10.00% (Base Rate + 8.25%)


3/16/2018


14,000,000


13,825,050


14,105,000


2.48
%Triple Point Technology, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

6.25% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


10/27/2017


12,967,500


12,548,898


13,021,536


2.28
%Lonestar Intermediate Super Holdings, LLCBusiness Services

Subordinated(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


9/2/2019


12,000,000


11,665,992


12,765,000


2.24
%Aspen Dental Management, IncHealthcare Services

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.50%)


10/6/2016


12,870,000


12,651,541


12,210,413


2.14
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalVan Wagner Communications, LLCMedia

First lien(2)

8.25% (Base Rate + 7.00%)


8/3/2018

$
12,000,000

$
11,772,402

$
12,159,996


2.13
%Supervalu Inc.**Retail

First lien(2)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.75%)


8/30/2018


11,940,000


11,596,938


12,146,467


2.13
%Vision Solutions, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

9.50% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


7/23/2017


12,000,000


11,912,951


11,700,000


2.05
%Merrill Communications LLCBusiness Services

First lien(2)

10.75% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


3/10/2013


11,421,788


11,421,042


11,279,016


1.98
%Mailsouth, Inc.Media

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


12/14/2016


11,136,318


11,017,701


11,024,955


1.94
%Immucor, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

5.75% (Base Rate + 4.50%)


8/19/2018


4,937,687


4,772,007


5,005,581Subordinated(2)(7)

11.13%


8/15/2019


5,000,000


4,943,092


5,650,0009,937,687


9,715,099


10,655,581


1.87
%Virtual Radiologic CorporationHealthcare Information Technology

First lien(3)

7.75% (Base Rate + 4.50%)


12/22/2016


14,702,456


14,550,421


10,291,719


1.81
%Permian Tank & Manufacturing, Inc.Energy

First lien(3)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.25%)


3/15/2017


10,072,072


9,852,254


10,072,072


1.77
%Vertafore, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

9.75% (Base Rate + 8.25%)


10/29/2017


10,000,000


9,923,849


10,050,000


1.76
%Merge Healthcare Inc.**Healthcare Services

First lien(2)(7)

11.75%


5/1/2015


9,000,000


8,915,385


9,708,750


1.70
%TransFirst Holdings, Inc.Business Services

Second lien(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 9.75%)


6/27/2018


10,000,000


9,700,000


9,700,000


1.70
%Consona Holdings, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


8/6/2018


8,478,750


8,398,140


8,510,545


1.49
%Confie Seguros Holding II Co.Consumer Services

Second lien(2)

10.25% (Base Rate + 9.00%)


5/8/2019


8,000,000


7,842,169


8,040,000


1.41
%Physio-Control International, Inc.Healthcare Products

First lien(2)

9.88%


1/15/2019


7,000,000


7,000,000


7,717,500


1.35
%Surgery Center Holdings, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


2/6/2017


6,833,750


6,809,372


6,799,581


1.19
%Research Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


2/18/2017


7,125,000


7,046,359


6,661,875


1.17
%Alion Science and Technology CorporationFederal Services

First lien(2)(7)

12.00% (10.00% + 2.00% PIK)*


11/1/2014


6,319,766


6,131,223


6,093,311


1.07
%GCA Services Group, Inc.Business Services

Second lien(2)

9.25% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


11/1/2020


5,000,000


4,950,653


4,900,000


0.86
%Education Management LLC**Education

First lien(3)

8.25% (Base Rate + 7.00%)


3/30/2018


5,058,577


4,920,421


4,232,345


0.74
%Brickman Group Holdings, Inc.Business Services

Subordinated(2)

9.13%


11/1/2018


3,650,000


3,341,796


3,841,625


0.68
%Ozburn-Hessey Holding Company LLCLogistics

Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


10/10/2016


4,000,000


3,946,984


3,680,000


0.65
%YP Holdings LLC(8)YP Intermediate Holdings Corp. / YP Intermediate Holdings II LLCMedia

Second lien(2)

15.00% (12.00% + 3.00% PIK)*


5/18/2017


3,559,100


3,326,057


3,586,089


0.63
%Mach Gen, LLCPower Generation

Second lien(2)

7.82% PIK (Base Rate + 7.50%)*


2/22/2015


3,675,587


3,474,314


2,395,743


0.42
%ATI Acquisition Company (fka Ability Acquisition, Inc.)Education

First lien(2)

12.25% (Base Rate + 5.00% +4.00% PIK)(5)*


12/30/2014


4,432,500


4,306,437


17.25% (Base Rate + 10.00% +


6/30/2012First lien(2)

4.00% PIK)(5)*


Past Due


1,665,103


1,516,666


649,39017.25% (Base Rate + 10.00% +


6/30/2012First lien(2)

4.00% PIK)(5)*


Past Due


102,861


93,691


102,8616,200,464


5,916,794


752,251


0.13
%Airvana Network Solutions Inc.Software

First lien(2)

10.00% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


3/25/2015


647,619


640,332


649,643


0.11
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited States








$
942,669,719

$
921,786,343

$
925,288,585


162.35
%Total Funded Debt Investments








$
997,288,719

$
975,116,678

$
980,510,642


172.04
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalEquityBermudaStratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings Ltd.(4)**Information Technology

Ordinary shares(2)








144,270

$
65,123

$
65,150Preferred shares(2)








32,830


14,819


14,82679,942


79,976


0.01
%Total SharesBermuda












$
79,942

$
79,976


0.01
%EquityUnited StatesGlobal Knowledge Training LLCEducation

Ordinary shares(2)








2

$
2,109

$
2,109Preferred shares(2)








2,423


1,195,480


2,422,8911,197,589


2,425,000


0.43
%Total SharesUnited States












$
1,197,589

$
2,425,000


0.43
%Total Shares












$
1,277,531

$
2,504,976


0.44
%WarrantsUnited StatesYP Holdings LLC(8)YP Equity Investors LLCMedia

Warrants(2)








5

$
466,248

$
7,229,468


1.27
%Alion Science and Technology CorporationFederal Services

Warrants(2)








6,000


292,851


191,750


0.03
%PODS, Inc.(6)Storapod Holding Company, Inc.Consumer Services

Warrants(2)








360,129


155,905


155,906


0.03
%Learning Care Group (US), Inc.Education

Warrants(2)








844


193,850


14,371


0.00
%Total WarrantsUnited States












$
1,108,854

$
7,591,495


1.33
%Total Funded Investments












$
977,503,063

$
990,607,113


173.81
%Unfunded Debt InvestmentsUnited StatesAdvantage Sales & Marketing Inc.Business Services

First lien(2)(9)Undrawn





12/17/2015

$
10,500,000

$
(1,260,000
)
$
(787,500
)

-0.14
%Total Unfunded Debt Investments









$
10,500,000

$
(1,260,000
)
$
(787,500
)

-0.14
%Total Investments












$
976,243,063

$
989,819,613


173.67
%


(1)New
Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company") generally acquires its investments in private transactions exempt from registration under
the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). These investments are generally subject to certain limitations on resale, and may be deemed to be "restricted securities" under the
Securities Act.(2)The
Holdings Credit Facility is collateralized by the indicated investments.(3)The
SLF Credit Facility is collateralized by the indicated investments.(4)The
Operating Company holds investments in two related entities of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings, Ltd. ("Stratus Holdings"). The Operating
Company directly holds ordinary and preferred equity in Stratus Holdings and has a credit investment in the joint issuers of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd. ("Stratus Bermuda") and Stratus
Technologies, Inc. ("Stratus U.S."), collectively, the "Stratus Notes". Stratus U.S. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stratus Bermuda, which in turn is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stratus Holdings.
Stratus Holdings is the parent guarantor of the credit investment of the Stratus Notes.(5)Investment
is on non-accrual status.(6)The
Operating Company holds investments in two related entities of PODS, Inc. The Operating Company directly holds warrants in Storapod Holding Company,
Inc. ("Storapod") and has a credit investment in Storapod through Storapod WCF II Limited ("Storapod WCF II"). Storapod WCF II is a special purpose entity used to enter into a Shari'ah- compliant
financing arrangement with Storapod. Additionally, the Operating Company has a credit investment in PODS Funding Corp. II ("PODS II"). PODS, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PODS
Holding, Inc., which in turn is a majority- owned subsidiary of Storapod. PODS II is a special purpose entity used to enter into a Shari'ah-compliant financing arrangement with
PODS, Inc. and its subsidiary, PODS Enterprises, Inc.(7)Securities
are registered under the Securities Act.(8)The
Operating Company holds investments in two related entities of YP Holdings LLC. The Operating Company directly holds warrants to purchase a 4.96%
membership interest of YP Equity Investors, LLC (which at closing represented an indirect 1.0% equity interest in YP Holdings LLC) and holds an investment in the Term Loan B loans issued
by YP Intermediate Holdings Corp. and YP Intermediate Holdings II LLC (together "YP Intermediate"), a subsidiary of YP Holdings LLC.(9)Par
Value amounts represent the drawn or undrawn (as indicated in type of investment) portion of revolving credit facilities. Cost amounts represent the
cash received at settlement date net the impact of paydowns and cash paid for drawn revolvers.*All
or a portion of interest contains payments-in-kind ("PIK").**Indicates
assets that the Operating Company deems to be "non-qualifying assets" under Section 55(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940,
as amended. Qualifying assets must represent at least 70.00% of the Operating Company's total assets at the time of acquisition of any additional non-qualifying assets.




The
accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2012

December 31, 2012Investment Type

Percent of Total
Investments at Fair ValueFirst lien


49.86
%Second lien


44.56
%Subordinated


4.56
%Equity and other


1.02
%Total investments


100.00
%




December 31, 2012Industry Type

Percent of Total
Investments at Fair ValueSoftware


24.92
%Education


15.17
%Healthcare Services


14.52
%Business Services


14.49
%Federal Services


9.64
%Consumer Services


4.21
%Media


3.44
%Distribution


2.89
%Healthcare Products


2.75
%Logistics


2.34
%Industrial Services


1.42
%Retail


1.23
%Healthcare Information Technology


1.04
%Energy


1.02
%Information Technology


0.68
%Power Generation


0.24
%Total investments


100.00
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.        Consolidated Schedule of Investments        December 31, 2011

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair
Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalFunded Debt InvestmentsBermudaStratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings Ltd.(4)**Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd. / Stratus Technologies, Inc.Information Technology

First lien(2)

12.00%


3/29/2015

$
6,827,000

$
6,490,139

$
6,212,570


1.48
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsBermuda








$
6,827,000

$
6,490,139

$
6,212,570


1.48
%Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited StatesNovell, Inc. (fka Attachmate Corporation, NetIQ Corporation)Software

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


4/27/2017

$
13,825,000

$
13,703,238

$
13,583,062Second lien(2)

9.50% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


10/27/2017


20,000,000


19,669,018


19,200,00033,825,000


33,372,256


32,783,062


7.80
%Decision Resources, LLCBusiness Services

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.50%)


12/28/2016


17,820,000


17,588,508


17,196,300Second lien(2)

9.50% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


5/7/2018


14,500,000


14,368,204


14,282,50032,320,000


31,956,712


31,478,800


7.48
%Lawson Software, Inc. (fka SoftBrands, Inc.)Software

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


7/5/2017


18,703,125


18,001,977


18,305,684Subordinated(2)

11.50%


7/15/2018


13,500,000


12,329,105


13,162,50032,203,125


30,331,082


31,468,184


7.47
%Meritas Schools Holdings, LLCEducation

First lien(3)

7.50% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


7/29/2017


9,500,000


9,409,890


9,357,500Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 10.00%)


1/29/2018


20,000,000


19,712,425


19,650,00029,500,000


29,122,315


29,007,500


6.89
%Global Knowledge Training LLCEducation

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


4/21/2017


4,867,647


4,796,665


4,794,632Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 9.75%)


10/21/2018


24,250,000


23,764,101


23,755,30029,117,647


28,560,766


28,549,932


6.79
%Managed Health Care Associates, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(2)

3.55% (Base Rate + 3.25%)


8/1/2014


15,467,673


12,941,252


14,462,274Second lien(2)

6.80% (Base Rate + 6.50%)


2/1/2015


15,000,000


11,950,542


13,950,00030,467,673


24,891,794


28,412,274


6.76
%Insight Pharmaceuticals LLCHealthcare Products

Second lien(2)

13.25% (Base Rate + 11.75%)


8/25/2017


25,000,000


24,037,614


24,875,000


5.92
%Renaissance Learning, Inc.Education

Second lien(2)

12.00% (Base Rate + 10.50%)


10/19/2018


20,000,000


19,016,871


20,100,000


4.78
%Learning Care Group (US), Inc.Education

First lien(2)

12.00%


4/27/2016


17,368,421


17,115,609


16,695,606Subordinated(2)

15.00% PIK*


6/30/2016


3,273,004


3,089,870


2,971,99020,641,425


20,205,479


19,667,596


4.68
%Transplace Texas, L.P.Logistics

Second lien(2)

11.00% (Base Rate + 9.00%)


4/12/2017


20,000,000


19,514,617


19,500,000


4.64
%U.S. Healthworks Holding Company, Inc.Healthcare Services

Second lien(2)

10.50% (Base Rate + 9.00%)


6/15/2017


20,000,000


19,719,547


19,500,000


4.64
%Unitek Global Services, Inc.Business Services

First lien(2)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


4/15/2018


19,850,000


19,312,984


19,440,594


4.62
%Ipreo Holdings LLCInformation Services

First lien(3)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.50%)


8/5/2017


18,703,125


18,308,298


18,282,305


4.35
%KeyPoint Government Solutions, Inc.Federal Services

First lien(2)

10.00% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


12/31/2015


17,820,000


17,521,860


17,909,100


4.26
%Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc. (Global Defense Technology & Systems, Inc.)Federal Services

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.50%)


4/21/2017


16,915,000


16,764,489


16,872,713


4.01
%SRA International, Inc.Federal Services

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


7/20/2018


17,433,389


16,624,324


16,416,447


3.90
%OpenLink International, Inc.Software

First lien(2)

7.75% (Base Rate + 6.25%)


10/30/2017


15,000,000


14,706,514


15,056,250


3.58
%Volume Services America, Inc. (Centerplate)Consumer Services

First lien(2)

10.50% (Base Rate + 8.50%)


9/16/2016


14,850,000


14,512,417


14,924,250


3.55
%SonicWALL, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

8.27% (Base Rate + 6.19%)


1/23/2016


4,822,985


4,831,869


4,847,099Second lien(2)

12.00% (Base Rate + 10.00%)


1/23/2017


10,000,000


9,746,209


9,950,00014,822,985


14,578,078


14,797,099


3.52
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2011

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair
Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalPODS, Inc.(6)Consumer ServicesPODS Funding Corp. II

First lien(2)

8.50% (Base Rate + 7.00%)


11/29/2016

$
11,561,538

$
11,218,525

$
11,214,692Storapod Holding Company, Inc.

Subordinated(2)

21.00% PIK*


11/29/2017


3,728,642


3,600,214


3,599,46115,290,180


14,818,739


14,814,153


3.52
%Triple Point Technology, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

8.00% (Base Rate + 6.50%)


10/27/2017


14,500,000


13,932,051


14,536,250


3.46
%Virtual Radiologic CorporationHealthcare Information Technology

First lien(3)

7.75% (Base Rate + 4.50%)


12/22/2016


14,889,987


14,704,271


14,108,263


3.36
%Brock Holdings III, Inc.Industrial Services

Second lien(2)

10.00% (Base Rate + 8.25%)


3/16/2018


15,000,000


14,746,132


13,818,750


3.29
%LANDesk Group, Inc.Software

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


3/28/2016


14,062,500


13,828,336


13,798,828


3.28
%Pacific Architects and Engineers IncorporatedFederal Services

First lien(3)

7.50% (Base Rate + 6.00%)


4/4/2017


14,100,000


13,848,322


13,677,000


3.25
%Smile Brands Group Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

7.00% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


12/21/2017


12,337,594


12,173,547


12,329,883


2.93
%Mailsouth, Inc.Media

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 4.99%)


12/14/2016


11,910,000


11,756,172


11,731,350


2.79
%Vision Solutions, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

9.50% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


7/23/2017


12,000,000


11,893,985


11,640,000


2.77
%TravelCLICK, Inc. (fka TravelCLICK Acquisition Co.)Information Services

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


3/16/2016


11,401,313


11,208,577


11,344,306


2.70
%Merrill Communications LLCBusiness Services

First lien(2)

7.50% (Base Rate + 5.50%)


12/24/2012


11,421,788


10,284,637


11,002,985


2.62
%Brickman Group Holdings, Inc.Business Services

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 5.50%)


10/14/2016


7,957,406


8,005,917


7,982,272Subordinated(2)

9.13%


11/1/2018


3,000,000


2,716,216


2,715,00010,957,406


10,722,133


10,697,272


2.54
%Immucor, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

7.25% (Base Rate + 5.75%)


8/19/2018


4,987,500


4,795,791


5,022,826Subordinated(2)(7)

11.13%


8/15/2019


5,000,000


4,937,575


5,200,0009,987,500


9,733,366


10,222,826


2.43
%CHG Companies, Inc.Healthcare Services

Second lien(2)

11.25% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


4/7/2017


10,000,000


9,826,548


10,025,000


2.38
%Vertafore, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

9.75% (Base Rate + 8.25%)


10/29/2017


10,000,000


9,912,104


9,725,000


2.31
%Merge Healthcare Inc.**Healthcare Services

First lien(2)(7)

11.75%


5/1/2015


9,000,000


8,879,303


9,585,000


2.28
%Porex CorporationSpecialty Chemicals and Materials

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.25%)


3/31/2015


9,573,968


9,449,821


9,430,359


2.24
%Sunquest Information Systems, Inc. (Misys Hospital Systems, Inc.)Healthcare Services

Second lien(2)

9.75% (Base Rate + 8.50%)


6/16/2017


9,000,000


8,840,688


8,910,000


2.12
%Mach Gen, LLCPower Generation

Second lien(2)

8.03% PIK (Base Rate + 7.50%)*


2/22/2015


12,063,894


9,966,951


8,609,943


2.05
%Research Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.24%)


2/18/2017


7,453,125


7,354,306


7,192,266


1.71
%Airvana Network Solutions Inc.Software

First lien(2)

10.00% (Base Rate + 8.00%)


3/25/2015


7,009,524


6,895,616


7,044,571


1.68
%Surgery Center Holdings, Inc.Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

6.50% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


2/6/2017


6,947,500


6,916,695


6,478,544


1.54
%Alion Science and Technology CorporationFederal Services

First lien(2)(7)

10.00% + 2.00% PIK*


11/1/2014


6,195,238


5,613,308


5,555,066


1.32
%Datatel, Inc.Software

Second lien(2)

8.75% (Base Rate + 7.25%)


2/19/2018


5,000,000


4,977,238


5,150,000


1.22
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2011

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair
Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalOzburn-Hessey Holding Company LLCLogistics

Second lien(2)

11.50% (Base Rate + 9.50%)


10/8/2016

$
6,000,000

$
5,892,802

$
5,110,002


1.22
%Asurion, LLC (fka Asurion Corporation)Business Services

Second lien(2)

9.00% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


5/24/2019


5,000,000


4,976,820


4,950,000


1.18
%Pharmaceutical Product Development, Inc. (Jaguar Holdings, LLC)Healthcare Services

First lien(3)

6.25% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


12/5/2018


4,894,921


4,864,327


4,888,802


1.16
%Fibertech Networks, LLC (fka Firefox Merger Sub, LLC)Telecommunication

First lien(3)

6.75% (Base Rate + 5.00%)


11/30/2016


4,897,632


4,835,069


4,873,144


1.16
%LVI Services Inc.Industrial Services

First lien(2)

9.25% (Base Rate + 7.50%)


3/31/2014


5,120,334


4,474,056


3,725,043


0.89
%ATI Acquisition Company (fka Ability Acquisition, Inc.)Education

First lien(2)

12.25% (Base Rate + 5.00% + 4.00% PIK)(5)*


12/30/2014


4,477,810


4,351,747


783,617First lien(2)

17.25% (Base Rate + 10.00% + 4.00% PIK)*


6/30/2012


91,696


91,696


91,696First lien(2)

17.25% (Base Rate + 10.00% + 4.00% PIK)*


6/30/2012


1,484,370


1,484,370


1,484,3706,053,876


5,927,813


2,359,683


0.56
%Total Funded Debt InvestmentsUnited States








$
720,537,649

$
696,311,750

$
696,375,395


165.60
%Total Funded Debt Investments








$
727,364,649

$
702,801,889

$
702,587,965


167.08
%EquityBermudaStratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings Ltd.(4)**Information Technology

Ordinary shares(2)







144,270

$
65,123

$
29,881Preferred shares(2)







32,830


14,819


6,80079,942


36,681


0.01
%Total SharesBermuda











$
79,942

$
36,681


0.01
%EquityUnited StatesGlobal Knowledge Training LLCEducation

Ordinary shares(2)







2

$
2,109

$
2,109Preferred shares(2)







2,423


2,422,891


2,422,8912,425,000


2,425,000


0.58
%Total SharesUnited States











$
2,425,000

$
2,425,000


0.58
%Total Shares











$
2,504,942

$
2,461,681


0.59
%WarrantsUnited StatesAlion Science and Technology CorporationFederal Services

Warrants(2)







6,000

$
292,851

$
244,237


0.06
%PODS, Inc.(6)Storapod Holding Company, Inc.Consumer Services

Warrants(2)







298,398


129,181


129,181


0.03
%Learning Care Group (US), Inc.Education

Warrants(2)







844


193,850


14,372


0.00
%Total Warrants











$
615,882

$
387,790


0.09
%Total Funded Investments











$
705,922,713

$
705,437,436


167.76
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2011

Portfolio Company, Location and Industry(1)

Type of
Investment

Interest Rate

Maturity
Date

Principal
Amount,
Par Value
or Shares

Cost

Fair
Value

Percent of
Members'
CapitalUnfunded Debt InvestmentsUnited StatesDatatel, Inc.Software

SubordinatedBridge(2)(8)




12/13/2012

$
20,000,000

$


$



0.00
%Physio-Control International, Inc.Healthcare Products

First lienBridge(2)(8)







15,000,000








0.00
%ATI Acquisition Company (fka Ability Acquisition, Inc.)Education

First lien(2)(8)Undrawn




1/1/2012


39,947





First lien(2)(8)Undrawn




1/1/2012


865





40,812








0.00
%PODS, Inc.(6)Consumer ServicesPODS Funding Corp. II

First lien(2)(8)Undrawn




11/29/2016


3,438,462


(103,154
)

(103,154
)Storapod Holding Company, Inc.

Subordinated(2)(8)Undrawn




11/29/2017


771,358





4,209,820


(103,154
)

(103,154
)

(0.03
)%RGIS Services, LLCBusiness Services

First lien(2)(9)Undrawn




4/30/2013


5,000,000


(2,850,000
)

(293,850
)

(0.07
)%Education Management LLC**Education

First lien(2)(9)Undrawn




6/1/2012


3,000,000


(1,215,000
)

(330,000
)

(0.08
)%Kronos IncorporatedSoftware

First lien(2)(9)Undrawn




6/11/2013


4,198,500


(629,775
)

(356,872
)

(0.08
)%Advantage Sales & Marketing Inc.Business Services

First lien(2)(9)Undrawn




12/17/2015


10,500,000


(1,260,000
)

(840,000
)

(0.20
)%Total Unfunded Debt Investments








$
61,949,132

$
(6,057,929
)
$
(1,923,876
)

(0.46
)%Total Investments











$
699,864,784

$
703,513,560


167.30
%


(1)New
Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company") generally acquires its investments in private transactions exempt from registration under
the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). These investments are generally subject to certain limitations on resale, and may be deemed to be "restricted securities" under the
Securities Act.(2)The
Holdings Credit Facility is collateralized by the indicated investments.(3)The
SLF Credit Facility is collateralized by the indicated investments.(4)The
Operating Company holds investments in two related entities of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Holdings, Ltd. ("Stratus Holdings"). The Operating
Company directly holds ordinary and preferred equity in Stratus Holdings and has a credit investment in the joint issuers of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd. ("Stratus Bermuda") and Stratus
Technologies, Inc. ("Stratus U.S."), collectively, the "Stratus Notes". Stratus U.S. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stratus Bermuda, which in turn is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stratus
Holdings. Stratus Holdings is the parent guarantor of the credit investment of the Stratus Notes.(5)Investment
is on non-accrual status.(6)New
Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company") holds investments in two related entities of PODS, Inc. The Operating Company
directly holds warrants in Storapod Holding Company, Inc. ("Storapod") and has a credit investment in Storapod through Storapod WCF II Limited ("Storapod WCF II"). Storapod WCF II
is a special purpose entity used to enter into a Shari'ah- compliant financing arrangement with Storapod. Additionally, the Operating Company has a credit investment in PODS Funding Corp. II ("PODS
II"). PODS, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PODS Holding, Inc., which in turn is a majority- owned subsidiary of Storapod. PODS II is a special purpose entity used to enter into a
Shari'ah-compliant financing arrangement with PODS, Inc. and its subsidiary, PODS Enterprises, Inc.(7)Securities
are registered under the Securities Act.(8)Par
Value amounts represent the drawn or undrawn (as indicated in type of investment) portion of the bridge facility, delayed draw or other future funding
commitments.(9)Par
Value amounts represent the drawn or undrawn (as indicated in type of investment) portion of revolving credit facilities. Cost amounts represent the
cash received at settlement date net the impact of paydowns and cash paid for drawn revolvers.*All
or a portion of interest contains payments-in-kind ("PIK").**Indicates
assets that the Operating Company deems to be "non-qualifying assets" under Section 55(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940,
as amended. Qualifying assets must represent at least 70.00% of the Operating Company's total assets at the time of acquisition of any additional non-qualifying assets.




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

Consolidated Schedule of Investments (Continued)

December 31, 2011

December 31, 2011Investment Type

Percent of Total
Investments at Fair ValueFirst lien


58.32
%Second lien


37.34
%Subordinated


3.93
%Equity and other


0.41
%Total investments


100.00
%




December 31, 2011Industry Type

Percent of Total
Investments at Fair ValueSoftware


22.12
%Healthcare Services


16.71
%Education


14.47
%Business Services


10.86
%Federal Services


10.05
%Consumer Services


4.23
%Information Services


4.21
%Healthcare Products


3.54
%Logistics


3.50
%Industrial Services


2.49
%Healthcare Information Technology


2.01
%Media


1.67
%Specialty Chemicals and Materials


1.34
%Power Generation


1.22
%Information Technology


0.89
%Telecommunication


0.69
%Total investments


100.00
%




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Corporation        Statement of Assets and Liabilities

December 31, 2012

December 31, 2011AssetsInvestment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., at fair value (cost of $335,729,511 and $144,355,856, respectively)

$
341,925,716

$
145,486,821Distribution receivable from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


3,405,675


Total assets

$
345,331,391

$
145,486,821LiabilitiesDividends payable


3,405,675


Total liabilities


3,405,675


Net assetsPreferred stock, par value $0.01 per share, 2,000,000 shares authorized, none issued





Common stock, par value $0.01 per share 100,000,000 shares authorized, and 24,326,251 and 10,697,691 shares issued and outstanding,
respectively


243,263


106,977Paid in capital in excess of par


335,486,248


144,248,879Accumulated undistributed net realized gains


951,760


286,307Net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)


5,244,445


844,658Total net assets

$
341,925,716

$
145,486,821Total liabilities and net assets

$
345,331,391

$
145,486,821Number of shares outstanding


24,326,251


10,697,691Net asset value per share

$
14.06

$
13.60




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Corporation        Statement of Operations

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Interest income

$
36,439,454

$
13,436,693Dividend income


454,635


Other income


616,465


231,919Total expenses


(17,718,744
)

(5,323,309
)Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


19,791,810


8,345,303Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Net realized gains on investments


7,592,407


1,141,018Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments


4,495,125


(5,375,862
)Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


12,087,532


(4,234,844
)Total net increase in net assets resulting from operations allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


31,879,342


4,110,459Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(95,338
)

6,220,520Net increase in net assets resulting from operations

$
31,784,004

$
10,330,979Basic earnings per share

$
2.14

$
0.97Weighted average shares of common stock outstandingbasic (See Note 12)


14,860,838


10,697,691Diluted earnings per share

$
2.18

$
0.38Weighted average shares of common stock outstandingdiluted (See Note 12)


34,011,738


30,919,629




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Corporation        Statement of Changes in Net Assets

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations:Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

$
19,791,810

$
8,345,303Net realized gains on investments allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


7,592,407


1,141,018Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


4,495,125


(5,375,862
)Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(95,338
)

6,220,520Net increase in net assets resulting from operations


31,784,004


10,330,979Capital transactionsNet proceeds from shares sold


133,428,296


129,864,996Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(323,966
)

(3,998,597
)Value of shares issued for exchanged units


56,314,355


18,489,457Dividends declared


(26,718,764
)

(9,200,014
)Reinvestment of dividends


1,954,970


Total net increase in net assets resulting from capital transactions


164,654,891


135,155,842Net increase in net assets


196,438,895


145,486,821Net assets at the beginning of the period


145,486,821


Net assets at the end of the period


341,925,716

$
145,486,821




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance Corporation        Statement of Cash Flows

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Cash flows from operating activities:Net increase in net assets resulting from operations

$
31,784,004

$
10,330,979Adjustments to reconcile net (increase) decrease in net assets resulting from operations to net cash used in operating activities:Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(19,791,810
)

(8,345,303
)Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(12,087,532
)

4,234,844Net change in unrealized depreciation (appreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


95,338


(6,220,520
)(Increase) decrease in operating assets:Purchase of investment


(133,428,296
)

(129,864,996
)Distributions from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


23,313,089


9,200,014Net cash flows (used in) provided by operating activities


(110,115,207
)

(120,664,982
)Cash flows from financing activities:Net proceeds from shares sold


133,428,296


129,864,996Dividends paid


(23,313,089
)

(9,200,014
)Net cash flows provided by financing activities


110,115,207


120,664,982Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents





Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period





Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period

$


$
Non-cash operating activities:Distribution receivable from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

$
3,405,675

$
Non-cash financing activities:Dividends declared and payable

$
(3,405,675
)
$
New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. exchange of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. units for shares





18,489,457New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation exchange of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. units for shares


56,314,355


Value of shares issued in connection with dividend reinvestment plan


1,954,970


Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(323,966
)

(3,998,597
)




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation        Statement of Assets and Liabilities

December 31, 2012

December 31, 2011AssetsInvestment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., at fair value (cost of $244,014,729 and $290,847,952, respectively)

$
228,012,847

$
275,014,997Distribution receivable from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


7,786,530


Total assets

$
235,799,377

$
275,014,997LiabilitiesDividends payable


7,786,530


Total liabilities


7,786,530


Net assetsCommon stock, par value $0.01 per share 100 shares issued and outstanding


1


1Paid in capital in excess of par


244,014,728


292,383,201Distributions in excess of net realized gains


(6,676,197
)

(994,034
)Net unrealized depreciation


(9,325,685
)

(16,374,171
)Total net assets

$
228,012,847

$
275,014,997Total liabilities and net assets

$
235,799,377

$
275,014,997




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation        Statement of Operations

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Interest income

$
47,206,457

$
25,399,498Dividend income


357,165


Other income


711,835


438,399Total expenses


(22,849,787
)

(10,062,692
)Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


25,425,670


15,775,205Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Net realized gains on investments


11,258,832


2,156,878Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments


5,432,649


(10,162,038
)Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


16,691,481


(8,005,160
)Total net increase in net assets resulting from operations allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


42,117,151


7,770,045Net realized gains on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


381,614


Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


1,615,837


(6,212,133
)Net increase in net assets resulting from operations

$
44,114,602

$
1,557,912




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation        Statement of Changes in Net Assets

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations:Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

$
25,425,670

$
15,775,205Net realized gains on investments allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


11,258,832


2,156,878Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


5,432,649


(10,162,038
)Net realized gains on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


381,614


Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


1,615,837


(6,212,133
)Net increase in net assets resulting from operations


44,114,602


1,557,912Capital transactionsDistribution to New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P.


(58,216,467
)

Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(240,771
)

(7,558,581
)Contributions from exchanged shares





298,406,533Dividends declared


(32,659,514
)

(17,390,867
)Total net (decrease) increase in net assets resulting from capital transactions


(91,116,752
)

273,457,085Net (decrease) increase in net assets


(47,002,150
)

275,014,997Net assets at the beginning of the period


275,014,997


Net assets at the end of the period

$
228,012,847

$
275,014,997




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation        Statement of Cash Flows

Year ended
December 31, 2012

From May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Cash flows from operating activities:Net increase in net assets resulting from operations

$
44,114,602

$
1,557,912Adjustments to reconcile net (increase) decrease in net assets resulting from operations to net cash used in operating activities:Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(25,425,670
)

(15,775,205
)Net realized and unrealized (gains) losses allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(16,691,481
)

8,005,160Net realized gains on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(381,614
)

Net change in unrealized (appreciation) depreciation on investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(1,615,837
)

6,212,133(Increase) decrease in operating assets:Distributions from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


24,872,984


17,390,867Net cash flows used in operating activities


24,872,984


17,390,867Cash flows from financing activities:Net proceeds from shares sold


58,216,467


Distribution to New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P.


(58,216,467
)

Dividends paid


(24,872,984
)

(17,390,867
)Net cash flows (used in) provided by financing activities


(24,872,984
)

(17,390,867
)Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents





Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period





Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period

$


$
Non-cash operating activities:Distribution receivable from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.

$
7,786,530

$
Non-cash financing activities:Dividends declared and payable

$
(7,786,530
)
$
New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P. contribution of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C units for shares of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings,
L.L.C.





298,406,533Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


(240,771
)

(7,558,581
)




The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.

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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,  the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial
Statements  of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation        December 31, 2012

The information in these combined notes to the financial statements relates to each of the three separate registrants: New Mountain
Finance Holdings, L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (collectively, "we", "us", "our" or the "Companies"). Information that relates to an
individual registrant will be specifically referenced by the respective company. None of the Companies makes any representation as to the information related solely to the other registrants other than
itself.

Note 1. Formation and Business Purpose

New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. (the "Operating Company" or the "Master Fund") is a Delaware limited liability company. The Operating Company is externally managed and has elected
to be treated as a business development company ("BDC") under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act"). As such, the Operating Company is obligated to comply with certain
regulatory requirements. The Operating Company intends to be treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes for so long as it has at least two members.

The
Operating Company is externally managed by New Mountain Finance Advisers BDC, L.L.C. (the "Investment Adviser"). New Mountain Finance Administration, L.L.C. (the "Administrator")
provides the administrative services necessary for operations. The Investment Adviser and Administrator are
wholly-owned subsidiaries of New Mountain Capital (defined as New Mountain Capital Group, L.L.C. and its affiliates). New Mountain Capital is a firm with a track record of investing in the middle
market and with assets under management (which includes amounts committed, not all of which have been drawn down and invested to date) totaling approximately $9.0 billion as of
December 31, 2012. New Mountain Capital focuses on investing in defensive growth companies across its private equity, public equity, and credit investment vehicles. The Operating Company,
formerly known as New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C., was originally formed as a subsidiary of New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P. ("Guardian AIV") by New Mountain Capital in October 2008.
Guardian AIV was formed through an allocation of approximately $300.0 million of the $5.1 billion of commitments supporting New Mountain Partners III, L.P., a private equity fund
managed by New Mountain Capital. In February 2009, New Mountain Capital formed a co-investment vehicle, New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P., comprising $20.4 million of
commitments. New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P., together with their respective direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries, are defined as the
"Predecessor Entities".

New
Mountain Finance Corporation ("NMFC") is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on June 29, 2010. NMFC is a closed-end,
non-diversified management investment company that has elected to be treated as a BDC under the 1940 Act. As such, NMFC is obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. NMFC
has elected to be treated, and intends to comply with the requirements to continue to qualify annually, as a regulated investment company ("RIC") under Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code
of 1986, as amended, (the "Code").

New
Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation ("AIV Holdings") is a Delaware corporation that was originally incorporated on March 11, 2011. Guardian AIV, a Delaware limited
partnership, is AIV Holdings' sole stockholder. AIV Holdings is a closed-end, non-diversified management investment company that has elected to be treated as a BDC under the
1940 Act. As such, AIV Holdings is obligated to comply with certain regulatory requirements. AIV Holdings has elected to be treated, and intends to comply with the requirements to continue to qualify
annually, as a RIC under the Code.

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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 1. Formation and Business Purpose (Continued)

On
May 19, 2011, NMFC priced its initial public offering (the "IPO") of 7,272,727 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $13.75 per share. Concurrently with the
closing of the IPO and at the public offering price of $13.75 per share, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals
affiliated with, New Mountain Capital in a concurrent private placement (the "Concurrent Private Placement"). Additionally, 1,252,964 shares were issued to the limited partners of New Mountain
Guardian Partners, L.P. at that time for their ownership interest in the Predecessor Entities. In connection with NMFC's IPO and through a series of transactions, the Operating Company owns all
of the operations of the Predecessor Entities, including all of the assets and liabilities related to such operations.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their sole asset is their ownership in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings each entered
into a joinder agreement with respect to the Limited Liability Company Agreement, as amended and restated, of the Operating Company, pursuant to which NMFC and AIV Holdings were admitted as members of
the Operating Company. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company, with the gross proceeds of the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement, common membership units ("units") of the Operating Company
(the number of units are equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock sold in the IPO and the Concurrent Private Placement). Additionally, NMFC received units of the Operating Company equal to
the number of shares of common stock of NMFC issued to the limited partners of New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. Guardian AIV was the parent of the Operating Company prior to the IPO and, as
a result of the transactions completed in connection with the IPO, obtained units in the Operating Company. Guardian AIV contributed its units in the Operating Company to its newly formed subsidiary,
AIV Holdings, in exchange for common stock of AIV Holdings. AIV Holdings has the right to exchange all or any portion of its units in the Operating Company for shares of NMFC's common stock on a
one-for-one basis at anytime.

Since
NMFC's IPO, and through December 31, 2012, NMFC raised $133,428,296 in net proceeds from additional offerings of common stock and issued shares valued at $56,314,355 to AIV
Holdings for exchanged units. NMFC acquired from the Operating Company units of the Operating Company equal to the number of shares of NMFC's common stock sold in the additional offerings.

The
current structure was designed to generally prevent NMFC and its stockholders from being allocated taxable income with respect to unrecognized gains that existed at the time of the
IPO in the Predecessor Entities' assets, and rather such amounts would be allocated generally to AIV Holdings and its stockholders. The result is that any distributions made to NMFC's stockholders
that are attributable to such gains generally will not be treated as taxable dividends but rather as return of capital.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 1. Formation and Business Purpose (Continued)

The
diagram below depicts the Companies' organizational structure as of December 31, 2012.

GRAPHIC

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The
Operating Company's investment objective is to generate current income and capital appreciation through the sourcing and origination of debt securities at all levels of the capital
structure, including first and second lien debt, notes, bonds and mezzanine securities. In some cases, the Operating Company's investments may also include equity interests. The primary focus is in
the debt of defensive growth companies, which are defined as generally exhibiting the following characteristics: (i) sustainable secular growth drivers, (ii) high barriers to competitive
entry, (iii) high free cash flow

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 1. Formation and Business Purpose (Continued)

after
capital expenditure and working capital needs, (iv) high returns on assets and (v) niche market dominance.

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of accountingThe Companies' financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the
United
States of America ("GAAP"). The Operating Company consolidates its wholly-owned subsidiary, New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C. ("NMF SLF"). NMFC and AIV Holdings do not consolidate the Operating
Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings apply investment company master-feeder financial statement presentation, as described in Accounting Standards Codification 946,Financial
ServicesInvestment Companies, ("ASC 946") to their interest in the Operating Company. NMFC and AIV Holdings observe that it is industry practice to follow the
presentation prescribed for a master fund-feeder fund structure in ASC 946 in instances in which a master fund is owned by more than one feeder fund and that such presentation provides
stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings with a clearer depiction of their investment in the Master Fund.

The
Companies' financial statements reflect all adjustments and reclassifications which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for the fair presentation of the results of
operations and financial condition for all periods presented. All intercompany transactions have been eliminated. Revenues are recognized when earned and expenses when incurred. The financial results
of the Operating Company's portfolio investments are not consolidated in the financial statements. Prior to the IPO, an affiliate of the Predecessor Entities paid a majority of the management and
incentive fees. Historical operating expenses do not reflect the allocation of certain professional fees, administrative and other expenses that have been incurred following the completion of the IPO.
Accordingly, the Operating Company's historical operating expenses are not comparable to its operating expenses after the completion of the IPO.

The
Companies' financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and pursuant to the requirements for reporting on Form 10-K and Articles 6 of
Regulation S-X. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting solely of normal recurring accruals considered necessary for the fair presentation of financial statements
have been included.

InvestmentsThe Operating Company applies fair value accounting in accordance with GAAP. Fair value is the amount that would be received to sell
an
asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Investments are reflected on the Operating Company's Consolidated Statements of
Assets, Liabilities and Members' Capital at fair value, with changes in unrealized gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value reflected in the Operating Company's Consolidated Statements of
Operations as "Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments" and realizations on portfolio investments reflected in the Operating Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations
as "Net realized gains (losses) on investments".

The
Operating Company values its assets on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940 Act. In all cases, the Operating Company's board of directors is ultimately
and solely

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)

responsible
for determining the fair value of the portfolio investments on a quarterly basis in good faith, including investments that are not publicly traded, those whose market prices are not
readily available and any other situation where its portfolio investments require a fair value determination. Security transactions are accounted for on a trade date basis. The Operating Company's
quarterly valuation procedures are set forth in more detail below:



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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)



The
values assigned to investments are based upon available information and do not necessarily represent amounts which might ultimately be realized, since such amounts depend on future
circumstances and cannot be reasonably determined until the individual positions are liquidated. Due to the inherent uncertainty of determining the fair value of investments that do not have a readily
available market value, the fair value of the Operating Company's investments may fluctuate from period to period and the fluctuations could be material.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings are holding companies with no direct operations of their own, and their sole asset is their ownership in the Operating Company. NMFC's and AIV Holdings' investments
in the Operating Company are carried at fair value and represent the respective pro-rata interest in the net assets of the Operating Company as of the applicable reporting date. NMFC and
AIV Holdings value their ownership interest on a quarterly basis, or more frequently if required under the 1940 Act.

See
Note 3,Investments, for further discussion relating to investments.

Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents include cash and short-term, highly liquid investments. The Companies define cash
equivalents as securities that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and so near maturity that there is insignificant risk of changes in value. Generally, these securities have original
maturities of three months or less.

Revenue recognition

The Operating Company's revenue recognition policies are as follows:

Sales and paydowns of investments:Realized gains and losses on investments are determined on the specific identification method.

Interest income:Interest income, including amortization of premium and discount using the effective interest method, is recorded on
the accrual
basis and periodically assessed for collectability. Interest income also includes interest earned from cash on hand. Upon the prepayment of a loan or debt security, any prepayment penalties are
recorded as part of interest income. The Operating Company has loans in the portfolio that contain a payment-in-kind ("PIK") provision. PIK represents interest that is accrued
and recorded as interest income at the contractual rates, added to the loan principal on the respective capitalization dates, and generally due at maturity.

Non-accrual income:Loans are placed on non-accrual status when principal or interest payments are past due 30 days or
more and when there is reasonable doubt that principal or interest will be collected. Accrued cash and un-capitalized PIK interest is generally reversed when a loan is placed on

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)

non-accrual
status. Previously capitalized PIK interest is not reversed when an investment is placed on non-accrual status. Interest payments received on
non-accrual loans may be recognized as income or applied to principal depending upon management's judgment of the ultimate outcome. Non-accrual loans are restored to accrual
status when past due principal and interest is paid and, in management's judgment, are likely to remain current.

Other income:Other income represents delayed compensation, consent or amendment fees, revolver fees and other miscellaneous fees
received. Delayed
compensation is income earned from counterparties on trades that do not settle within a set number of business days after trade date. Other income may also include fees from bridge loans. The
Operating Company may from time to time enter into bridge financing commitments, an obligation to provide interim financing to a counterparty until permanent credit can be obtained. These commitments
are short-term in nature and may expire unfunded. A fee is received by the Operating Company for providing such commitments.

NMFC's
and AIV Holdings' revenue recognition policies are as follows:

Revenue, expenses, and capital gains (losses):At each quarterly valuation date, the Operating Company's investment income, expenses,
net realized
gains (losses), and net increase (decrease) in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are allocated to NMFC and AIV Holdings based on their pro-rata interest in the net assets of the
Operating Company. This is recorded on NMFC's and AIV Holdings' Statements of Operations. Realized gains and losses are recorded upon sales of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' investments in the Operating
Company. Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. is the difference between the net asset value per share and the closing price per
share for shares issued as part of the dividend reinvestment plan on the dividend payment date. This net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance
Holdings, L.L.C. includes the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) from the IPO. NMFC used the proceeds from its IPO and Concurrent Private Placement to purchase units in the Operating Company at
$13.75 per unit (its IPO price per share). At the IPO date, $13.75 per unit represented a discount to the actual net asset value per unit of the Operating Company. As a result, NMFC experienced
immediate unrealized appreciation on its investment in the Operating Company. Concurrently, AIV Holdings experienced immediate unrealized depreciation on its investment in the Operating Company equal
to the difference between NMFC's IPO price of $13.75 per unit and the actual net asset value per unit.

All
expenses, including those of NMFC and AIV Holdings, are paid and recorded by the Operating Company. Expenses are allocated to NMFC and AIV Holdings based on pro-rata
ownership interest. In addition, the Operating Company paid all of the offering costs related to the IPO and subsequent offerings. NMFC and AIV Holdings have recorded their portion of the offering
costs as a direct reduction to net assets and the cost of their investment in the Operating Company.

With
respect to the expenses incident to any registration of shares of NMFC's common stock issued in exchange for AIV Holdings' units of the Operating Company, AIV Holdings is directly
responsible for the expenses of any demand registration (including underwriters' discounts or commissions) and their pro-rata share of any "piggyback" registration expenses.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)

Interest and other credit facility expensesInterest and other credit facility fees are recorded on an accrual basis by the Operating Company. See
Note 7,Borrowing Facilities, for details.

Deferred credit facility costsThe deferred credit facility costs of the Operating Company consist of capitalized expenses related to the
origination
and amending of the Operating Company's existing credit facilities. The Operating Company amortizes these costs into expense using the straight-line method over the stated life of the
related credit facility. See Note 7,Borrowing Facilities, for details.

Income taxesThe Operating Company is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes. Accordingly, no provision for income taxes has
been
made in the accompanying financial statements, as the partners are individually responsible for reporting income or loss based on their respective share of the revenues and expenses. The Operating
Company files United States ("U.S.") federal, state, and local income tax returns.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings have elected to be treated, and intend to comply with the requirements to qualify annually, as RICs under subchapter M of the Code. As RICs, NMFC and AIV
Holdings are not subject to federal income tax on the portion of taxable income and gains timely distributed to stockholders; therefore, no provision for income taxes has been recorded.

To
continue to qualify as RICs, NMFC and AIV Holdings are required to meet certain income and asset diversification tests in addition to distributing at least 90.0% of their respective
investment company taxable income, as defined by the Code. Since federal income tax regulations differ from GAAP, distributions in accordance with tax regulations may differ from net investment income
and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes.

Differences
between taxable income and the results of operations for financial reporting purposes may be permanent or temporary in nature. Permanent differences are reclassified among
capital accounts in the financial statements to reflect their tax character. Differences in classification may also result from the treatment of short-term gains as ordinary income for tax
purposes.

For
federal income tax purposes, distributions paid to stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings are reported as ordinary income, return of capital, long term capital gains or a combination
thereof.

NMFC
and AIV Holdings will be subject to a 4.0% nondeductible federal excise tax on certain undistributed income unless NMFC and AIV Holdings distribute, in a timely manner as required
by the Code, an amount at least equal to the sum of (1) 98.0% of their respective net ordinary income earned for the calendar year and (2) 98.2% of their respective capital gain net
income for the one-year period ending October 31 in the calendar year.

The
Companies have adopted the Income Taxes topic of the Codification ("ASC 740"). ASC 740 provides guidance for how uncertain income tax positions should be recognized, measured, and
disclosed in the financial statements. Based on their analyses, the Companies have determined that there were no material uncertain income tax positions through December 31, 2012. The 2011 and
2012 tax years remain subject to examination by the U.S. federal, state, and local tax authorities.

DividendsDistributions to common unit holders of the Operating Company and common stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings are recorded on the
record
date as set by the respective

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)

board
of directors. In order for NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay a dividend or other distribution to holders of their common stock, it must be accompanied by a prior distribution by the Operating Company
to all of its unit holders. The Operating Company intends to make distributions to its unit holders that will be sufficient to enable NMFC and AIV Holdings to pay quarterly distributions to their
stockholders and to obtain and maintain their status as RICs. NMFC and AIV Holdings intend to distribute approximately all of their portion of the Operating Company's adjusted net investment income
(see Note 5,Agreements) on a quarterly basis and substantially all of their portion of the Operating Company's taxable income on an annual
basis, except that NMFC may retain certain net capital gains for reinvestment.

Under
certain circumstances, the distributions that the Operating Company makes to its members may not be sufficient for AIV Holdings to satisfy the annual distribution requirement
necessary for AIV Holdings to continue to qualify as a RIC. In that case, it is expected that Guardian AIV would consent to be treated as if it received distributions from AIV Holdings sufficient to
satisfy the annual distribution requirement. Guardian AIV would be required to include the consent dividend in its taxable income as a dividend from AIV Holdings, which would result in phantom
(i.e., non-cash) taxable income to Guardian AIV. AIV Holdings intends to make quarterly distributions to Guardian AIV, its sole stockholder, out of assets legally available for
distribution each quarter.

The
Operating Company and NMFC are required to take certain actions in order to maintain, at all times, a one-to-one ratio between the number of units held by
NMFC and the number of shares of NMFC's common stock outstanding. NMFC has adopted a dividend reinvestment plan that provides on behalf of its stockholders for reinvestment of any distributions
declared, unless a stockholder elects to receive cash. Cash distributions reinvested in additional shares of NMFC's common stock will be automatically reinvested by NMFC into additional units of the
Operating Company. In addition, AIV Holdings does not intend to reinvest any distributions received from the Operating Company in additional units of the Operating Company.

NMFC
applies the following in implementing the dividend reinvestment plan. If the price at which newly issued shares are to be credited to stockholders' accounts is greater than 110.0%
of the last determined net asset value of the shares, NMFC will use only newly issued shares to implement its dividend reinvestment plan. Under such circumstances, the number of shares to be issued to
a stockholder is determined by dividing the total dollar amount of the distribution payable to such stockholder by the market price per share of NMFC's common stock on the New York Stock Exchange
("NYSE") on the distribution payment date. Market price per share on that date will be the closing price for such shares on the NYSE or, if no sale is reported for such day, the average of their
electronically reported bid and asked prices. If NMFC uses newly issued shares to implement the plan, NMFC will receive, on a one-for-one basis, additional units of the
Operating Company in exchange for cash distributions that are reinvested in shares of NMFC's common stock under the dividend reinvestment plan.

If
the price at which newly issued shares are to be credited to stockholders' accounts is less than 110.0% of the last determined net asset value of the shares, NMFC will either issue
new shares or instruct the plan administrator to purchase shares in the open market to satisfy the additional shares required. Shares purchased in open market transactions by the plan administrator
will be allocated to a

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)

stockholder
based on the average purchase price, excluding any brokerage charges or other charges, of all shares of common stock purchased in the open market. The number of shares of NMFC's common
stock to be outstanding after giving effect to payment of the distribution cannot be established until the
value per share at which additional shares will be issued has been determined and elections of NMFC's stockholders have been tabulated.

Foreign securitiesThe accounting records of the Operating Company are maintained in U.S. dollars. Investment securities denominated in foreign
currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the rate of exchange of such currencies on the date of valuation. Purchases and sales of investment securities and income and expense items
denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars based on the rate of exchange of such currencies on the respective dates of the transactions. The Operating Company does not isolate
that portion of the results of operations resulting from changes in foreign exchange rates on investments from the fluctuations arising from changes in market prices of securities held. Such
fluctuations are included with "Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments" and "Net realized gains (losses) on investments" in the Operating Company's Consolidated Statements
of Operations.

Investments
denominated in foreign currencies may be negatively affected by movements in the rate of exchange between the U.S. dollar and such foreign currencies. This movement is beyond
the control of the Operating Company and cannot be predicted.

Use of estimatesThe preparation of the Companies' financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and
assumptions
that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the Companies' financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Changes in
the economic environment, financial markets, and other metrics used in determining these estimates could cause actual results to differ from the estimates used, and the differences could be material.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 3. Investments

At December 31, 2012 the Operating Company's investments consisted of the following:



Cost

Fair ValueFirst lien

$
496,931,128

$
493,502,112Second lien


433,828,444


441,072,979Subordinated


43,097,106


45,148,051Equity and other


2,386,385


10,096,471Total investments

$
976,243,063

$
989,819,613




Cost

Fair ValueSoftware

$
241,743,119

$
246,695,383Education


155,046,293


150,151,802Healthcare Services


139,370,131


143,723,226Business Services


140,424,105


143,418,676Federal Services


95,150,094


95,428,486Consumer Services


41,173,548


41,625,177Media


26,582,408


34,000,508Distribution


27,786,609


28,653,750Healthcare Products


25,659,022


27,220,948Logistics


23,532,775


23,180,000Industrial Services


13,825,050


14,105,000Retail


11,596,938


12,146,467Healthcare Information Technology


14,550,421


10,291,719Energy


9,852,254


10,072,072Information Technology


6,475,982


6,710,656Power Generation


3,474,314


2,395,743Total investments

$
976,243,063

$
989,819,613


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 3. Investments (Continued)

At
December 31, 2011 the Operating Company's investments consisted of the following:



Cost

Fair ValueFirst lien

$
407,538,564

$
410,313,643Second lien


262,532,416


262,701,495Subordinated


26,672,980


27,648,951Equity and other


3,120,824


2,849,471Total investments

$
699,864,784

$
703,513,560




Cost

Fair ValueSoftware

$
153,797,485

$
155,642,372Healthcare Services


113,200,121


117,544,595Education


104,237,094


101,794,083Business Services


73,143,286


76,435,801Federal Services


70,665,154


70,674,563Consumer Services


29,357,183


29,764,430Information Services


29,516,875


29,626,611Healthcare Products


24,037,614


24,875,000Logistics


25,407,419


24,610,002Industrial Services


19,220,188


17,543,793Healthcare Information Technology


14,704,271


14,108,263Media


11,756,172


11,731,350Specialty Chemicals and Materials


9,449,821


9,430,359Power Generation


9,966,951


8,609,943Information Technology


6,570,081


6,249,251Telecommunication


4,835,069


4,873,144Total investments

$
699,864,784

$
703,513,560


As
of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's original first lien position in ATI Acquisition Company remained on non-accrual status due to the inability of the
portfolio company to service its interest payments for the quarter then ended and uncertainty about its ability to pay such amounts in the future. As of December 31, 2012, this first lien debt
investment had a cost basis of $4,306,437, a fair value of zero and total unearned interest income of $653,414 for the year then ended. Additionally, the Operating Company's two super priority first
lien debt investments in ATI Acquisition Company had a combined cost basis of $1,610,357 and a combined fair value of $752,251 as of December 31, 2012. Unrealized gains include a fee that the
Operating Company would receive upon maturity of the two super priority first lien debt investments. During the third quarter of 2012, the Operating Company placed the super priority first lien
positions on non-accrual status as well, resulting in total unearned

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 3. Investments (Continued)

interest
income of $309,578 for the year ended December 31, 2012. As of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company's total investment in ATI Acquisition Company had an aggregate cost basis
of $5,916,794 and an aggregate fair value of $752,251, putting the entire ATI Acquisition Company's positions on non-accrual status.

As
of December 31, 2011, the Operating Company's original first lien position in ATI Acquisition Company was put on non-accrual status due to the inability of the
portfolio company to service its interest payment for the quarter then ended. As of December 31, 2011, this first lien debt investment had a cost basis of $4,351,747 and a fair value of
$783,617 and total unearned interest income of $139,793 for the quarter and year then ended. Additionally, the Operating Company has two super priority first lien debt investments in ATI Acquisition
Company with a combined cost basis and fair value of $1,576,066 as of December 31, 2011. Neither super priority first lien positions were on non-accrual status as of December 31, 2011.
As of December 31, 2011, the Operating Company's total investment in ATI Acquisition Company had an aggregate cost basis of $5,927,813 and an aggregate fair value of $2,359,683.

As
of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company had unfunded commitments on revolving credit facilities and bridge facilities of $10,500,000 and $0, respectively. The Operating
Company did not have any unfunded commitments in the form of a delayed draw or other future funding commitments as of December 31, 2012. Any unfunded commitments are disclosed on the Operating
Company's Consolidated Schedules of Investments as of December 31, 2012.

As
of December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had unfunded commitments on revolving credit facilities and bridge facilities of $22,698,500 and $35,000,000, respectively.
Additionally, the Operating Company had unfunded commitments in the form of a delayed draw or other future funding commitments of $4,250,632 as of December 31, 2011. These unfunded commitments
are disclosed on the Operating Company's Consolidated Schedules of Investments as of December 31, 2011.

Investment Risk FactorFirst and second lien debt that the Operating Company invests in is entirely, or almost entirely, rated below investment
grade
or may be unrated. These loans are considered speculative because of the credit risk of the issuers. Such issuers are considered more likely than investment grade issuers to default on their payments
of interest and principal and such defaults could reduce the net asset value and income distributions of the Operating Company. First and second lien debt may also lose significant market value before
a default occurs. Furthermore, an active trading market may not exist for these first and second lien loans. This illiquidity may make it more difficult to value the debt.

Subordinated
debt is generally subject to similar risks as those associated with first and second lien debt, except that such debt is subordinated in payment and /or lower in lien
priority. Subordinated debt is subject to the additional risk that the cash flow of the borrower and the property securing the debt, if any, may be insufficient to meet scheduled payments after giving
effect to the senior secured and unsecured obligations of the borrower.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value

Fair value is the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Accounting
Standards Codification 820,Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures("ASC 820"), establishes a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes and ranks
the inputs to valuation techniques used in measuring investments at fair value. The hierarchy classifies the inputs used in measuring fair value into three levels as follows:



The
inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels. In all instances when the inputs fall within different levels of the hierarchy, the level within which the fair
value measurement is categorized is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. As such, a Level III fair value measurement may include
inputs that are both observable (Levels I and II) and unobservable (Level III). Gains and losses for such assets categorized within the Level III table below may include
changes in fair value that are attributable to both observable inputs (Levels II and III) and unobservable inputs (Level III).

The
inputs into the determination of fair value require significant judgment or estimation by management and consideration of factors specific to each investment. A review of the fair
value hierarchy classifications is conducted on a quarterly basis. Changes in the observability of valuation inputs may result in the transfer of certain investments within the fair value hierarchy
from period to
period. Reclassifications impacting the fair value hierarchy are reported as transfers in/out of the respective leveling categories as of the beginning of the quarter in which the reclassifications
occur.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value (Continued)

The
following table summarizes the levels in the fair value hierarchy that the Operating Company's portfolio investments fall into as of December 31, 2012:

Total

Level I

Level II

Level IIIFirst lien

$
493,502,112

$


$
450,617,077

$
42,885,035Second lien


441,072,979





397,817,679


43,255,300Subordinated


45,148,051





22,256,625


22,891,426Equity and other


10,096,471








10,096,471Total investments

$
989,819,613

$


$
870,691,381

$
119,128,232


The
following table summarizes the levels in the fair value hierarchy that the Operating Company's portfolio investments fall into as of December 31, 2011:

Total

Level I

Level II

Level IIIFirst lien

$
410,313,643

$


$
377,172,906

$
33,140,737Second lien


262,701,495





214,296,195


48,405,300Subordinated


27,648,951





21,077,500


6,571,451Equity and other


2,849,471








2,849,471Total investments

$
703,513,560

$


$
612,546,601

$
90,966,959


The
following table summarizes the changes in fair value of Level III portfolio investments for the year ended December 31, 2012, as well as the portion of appreciation
(depreciation) included in

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value (Continued)

income
attributable to unrealized appreciation (depreciation) related to those assets and liabilities still held by the Operating Company at December 31, 2012:

Total

First Lien

Second Lien

Subordinated

Equity and
otherFair value, December 31, 2011

$
90,966,959

$
33,140,737

$
48,405,300

$
6,571,451

$
2,849,471Total gains or losses included in earnings:Net realized gains (losses) on investments


4,949,671


4,927,055


22,616





Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation


(184,889
)

(7,917,926
)

(173,235
)

(75,167
)

7,981,439Purchases, including capitalized PIK and revolver fundings


75,648,054


49,205,569


10,020,619


16,395,142


26,724Proceeds from sales and paydowns of investments


(36,555,370
)

(30,327,959
)

(5,000,000
)




(1,227,411
)Transfers into Level III(1)


20,347,220


19,880,972








466,248Transfers out of Level III(1)


(36,043,413
)

(26,023,413
)

(10,020,000
)




Fair value, December 31, 2012

$
119,128,232

$
42,885,035

$
43,255,300

$
22,891,426

$
10,096,471Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) for the period relating to those Level III assets that were still held by the Operating Company at the end of
the period:

$
3,689,725

$
(4,215,928
)
$
(619
)
$
(75,167
)
$
7,981,439


(1)As
of December 31, 2012, the portfolio investments were transferred into Level III from Level II and out of Level III into
Level II at fair value as of the beginning of the quarter in which the reclassifications occurred.


The
following table summarizes the changes in fair value of Level III portfolio investments for the year ended December 31, 2011, as well as the portion of appreciation
(depreciation) included in

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value (Continued)

income
attributable to unrealized appreciation (depreciation) related to those assets and liabilities still held by the Operating Company at December 31, 2011:

Total

First Lien

Second Lien

Subordinated

Equity and
otherFair value, December 31, 2010

$
30,255,961

$
16,975,334

$


$
12,747,764

$
532,863Total gains or losses included in earnings:Net realized gains (losses) on investments


1,353,118








1,353,118


Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation


(951,089
)

(910,688
)

125,000


94,341


(259,742
)Purchases, including capitalized PIK and revolver fundings


105,375,018


31,503,140


67,255,300


4,040,228


2,576,350Proceeds from sales and paydowns of investments


(12,199,593
)

(535,593
)




(11,664,000
)

Transfers into Level III(1)


5,833,544


808,544


5,025,000





Transfers out of Level III(1)


(38,700,000
)

(14,700,000
)

(24,000,000
)




Fair value, December 31, 2011

$
90,966,959

$
33,140,737

$
48,405,300

$
6,571,451

$
2,849,471Unrealized (depreciation) appreciation for the period relating to those Level III assets that were still held by the Operating Company at the end of
the period:

$
(1,144,620
)
$
(910,688
)
$
125,000

$
(99,190
)
$
(259,742
)


(1)As
of December 31, 2011, the portfolio investments were transferred into Level III from Level II and out of Level III into
Level II at fair value as of the beginning of the quarter in which the reclassifications occurred.


Except
as noted in the tables above, there were no other transfers in or out of Level I, II, or III during the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.
Transfers into Level III occurred as quotations obtained through pricing services were not deemed representative of fair value as of the balance sheet date and such assets were internally
valued. As quotations obtained through pricing services were substantiated through additional market sources, investments were transferred out of Level III. The Operating Company invests in
revolving credit facilities. These investments are categorized as Level III investments as these assets are not actively traded and their fair values are often implied by the term loans of the
respective portfolio companies.

The
Operating Company generally uses the following framework when determining the fair value of investments where there are little, if any, market activity or observable pricing inputs.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value (Continued)

Company Performance, Financial Review, and Analysis:Prior to investment, as part of its due diligence process, the Operating
Company evaluates the
overall performance and financial stability of the portfolio company. Post investment, the Operating Company analyzes each portfolio company's current operating performance and relevant financial
trends versus prior year and budgeted results, including, but not limited to, factors affecting its revenue and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization ("EBITDA") growth,
margin trends, liquidity position, covenant compliance and changes to its capital structure. The Operating Company also attempts to identify and subsequently track any developments at the portfolio
company, within its customer or vendor base or within the industry or the macroeconomic environment, generally, that may alter any material element of its original investment thesis. This analysis is
specific to each portfolio company. The Operating Company leverages the knowledge gained from its original due diligence process, augmented by this subsequent monitoring, to continually refine its
outlook for each of its portfolio companies and ultimately form the valuation of its investment in each portfolio company. When an external event such as a purchase transaction, public offering or
subsequent sale occurs, the Operating Company will consider the pricing indicated by the external event to corroborate the private valuation.

Market Based Approach:The Operating Company typically estimates the total enterprise value of each portfolio company by
utilizing market value cash
flow (EBITDA) multiples of publicly traded comparable companies. The Operating Company considers numerous factors when selecting the appropriate companies whose trading multiples are used to value its
portfolio companies. These factors include, but are not limited to, the type of organization, similarity to the business being valued, relevant risk factors, as well as size, profitability and growth
expectations. The Operating Company generally applies an average of various relevant comparable company EBITDA multiples to the portfolio company's latest twelve month ("LTM") EBITDA or projected
EBITDA to calculate portfolio company enterprise value. In applying the market based approach as of December 31, 2012, the Operating Company used a relevant EBITDA range of 4.00x to 12.90x for
first lien debt investments, 4.50x to 8.00x for second lien debt investments and 5.50x and 8.50x for subordinated debt investments to determine the enterprise value of seven of its portfolio
companies. The Operating Company believes this was a reasonable range in light of current comparable company trading levels and the specific companies involved.

Income Based Approach:The Operating Company also typically uses a discounted cash flow analysis to estimate the fair value of
the investment.
Projected cash flows represent the relevant security's contractual interest, fee and principal payments plus the assumption of full principal recovery at the investment's expected maturity date. These
cash flows are discounted at a rate established utilizing a yield calibration approach, which incorporates changes in the credit quality (as measured by relevant statistics) of the portfolio company,
as compared to changes in the yield associated with comparable credit quality market indices, between the date of origination and the valuation date. In applying the income based approach as of
December 31, 2012, the Operating Company used a discount range of 6.0% to 18.0% for first lien debt investments, 11.3% to 12.5% for second lien debt investments and 12.8% to 22.3% for
subordinated debt investments to value seven of its portfolio companies.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 4. Fair Value (Continued)

Based
on a comparison to similar BDC credit facilities, the terms and conditions of the Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit Facility are representative of market. The carrying
values of the Holdings Credit Facility and SLF Credit Facility approximate fair value as of December 31, 2012, as both facilities are continually monitored and examined by both the borrower and
the lender. For the year ended December 31, 2012, both facilities were amended and restated to lower the applicable interest rate spread by 0.25% and to increase the maximum amount of revolving
borrowings available under the respective facilities. The fair value of other financial assets and liabilities approximates their carrying value based on the short term nature of these items. The fair
value disclosures discussed in this paragraph are considered Level III.

Fair value risk factorsThe Operating Company seeks investment opportunities that offer the possibility of attaining substantial capital
appreciation.
Certain events particular to each industry in which the Operating Company's portfolio companies conduct their operations, as well as general economic and political conditions, may have a significant
negative impact on the operations and profitability of the Operating Company's investments and/or on the fair value of the Operating Company's investments. The Operating Company's investments are
subject to the risk of non-payment of scheduled interest or principal, resulting in a reduction in income to the Operating Company and thus the income of NMFC and AIV Holdings, and their corresponding
fair valuations. Also, there may be risk associated with the concentration of investments in one geographic region or in certain industries. These events are beyond the control of the Operating
Company and cannot be predicted. Furthermore, the ability to liquidate investments and realize value is subject to uncertainties.

Note 5. Agreements

On May 19, 2011, NMFC entered into a joinder agreement with respect to the Limited Liability Company Agreement, as amended and restated, of the Operating Company pursuant to which
NMFC was admitted as a member of the Operating Company and agreed to acquire from the Operating Company a number of units of the Operating Company equal to the number of shares of common stock
outstanding of NMFC. Additionally on May 19, 2011, in connection with the contribution by Guardian AIV of its units to AIV Holdings, AIV Holdings entered into a joinder agreement with respect
to the Limited Liability Company Agreement, as amended and restated, of the Operating Company pursuant to which AIV Holdings was also admitted as a member of the Operating Company.

The
Operating Company entered into an investment advisory and management agreement, as amended and restated (the "Investment Management Agreement") with the Investment Adviser. Under the
Investment Management Agreement, the Investment Adviser manages the day-to-day operations of, and provides investment advisory services to, the Operating Company. For providing
these services, the Investment Adviser receives a fee from the Operating Company, consisting of two componentsa base management fee and an incentive fee.

The
base management fee is calculated at an annual rate of 1.75% of the Operating Company's gross assets less (i) the borrowings under the SLF Credit Facility (as defined in
Note 7,Borrowing Facilities) and (ii) cash and cash equivalents. The base management fee is payable quarterly in arrears, and is
calculated based on the average value of the Operating Company's gross assets, borrowings under the SLF Credit Facility, and cash and cash equivalents at the end of each of the two most

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

recently
completed calendar quarters, and appropriately adjusted on a pro rata basis for any equity capital raises or repurchases during the current calendar quarter.

The
incentive fee consists of two parts. The first part is calculated and payable quarterly in arrears and equals 20.0% of the Operating Company's "Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted
Net Investment Income" for the immediately preceding quarter, subject to a "preferred return", or "hurdle", and a "catch-up" feature. "Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income"
means interest income, dividend income and any other income (including any other fees (other than fees for providing managerial assistance), such as commitment, origination, structuring, diligence and
consulting fees or other fees that the Operating Company receives from portfolio companies) accrued during the calendar quarter, minus the Operating Company's operating expenses for the quarter
(including the base management fee, expenses payable under the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, with the Administrator, and any interest expense and distributions paid on any issued
and outstanding preferred membership units (of which there are none as of December 31, 2012), but excluding the incentive fee). Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income includes, in
the case of investments with a deferred interest feature (such as original issue discount, debt instruments with PIK interest and zero coupon securities), accrued income that the Operating Company has
not yet received in cash. Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income does not include any realized capital gains, realized capital losses or unrealized capital appreciation or depreciation.

Under
GAAP, NMFC's IPO did not step-up the cost basis of the Operating Company's existing investments to fair market value at the IPO date. Since the total value of the
Operating Company's investments at the time of the IPO was greater than the investments' cost basis, a larger amount of amortization of purchase or original issue discount, as well as different
amounts in realized gain and unrealized appreciation, may be recognized under GAAP in each period than if the step-up had occurred. This will remain until such predecessor investments are
sold or mature in the future. The Operating Company tracks the transferred (or fair market) value of each of its investments as of the time of the IPO and, for purposes of the incentive fee
calculation, adjusts Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income to reflect the amortization of purchase or original issue discount on the Operating Company's investments as if each investment
was purchased at the date of the IPO, or stepped up to fair market value. This is defined as "Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income". The Operating Company also uses the
transferred (or fair market) value of each of its investments as of the time of the IPO to adjust capital gains ("Adjusted Realized Capital Gains") or losses ("Adjusted Realized Capital Losses") and
unrealized capital appreciation ("Adjusted Unrealized Capital Appreciation") and unrealized capital depreciation ("Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation").

Pre-Incentive
Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income, expressed as a rate of return on the value of the Operating Company's net assets at the end of the immediately preceding
calendar quarter, will be compared to a "hurdle rate" of 2.0% per quarter (8.0% annualized), subject to a "catch-up" provision measured as of the end of each calendar quarter. The hurdle
rate is appropriately pro-rated for any

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

partial
periods. The calculation of the Operating Company's incentive fee with respect to the Pre-Incentive Fee Adjusted Net Investment Income for each quarter is as
follows:



The
second part will be determined and payable in arrears as of the end of each calendar year (or upon termination of the Investment Management Agreement) and will equal 20.0% of the
Operating Company's Adjusted Realized Capital Gains, if any, on a cumulative basis from inception through the end of each calendar year, computed net of all Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and
Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on a cumulative basis, less the aggregate amount of any previously paid capital gain incentive fee.

In
accordance with GAAP, the Operating Company accrues a hypothetical capital gains incentive fee based upon the cumulative net Adjusted Realized Capital Gains and Adjusted Realized
Capital Losses and the cumulative net Adjusted Unrealized Capital Appreciation and Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on investments held at the end of each period. Actual amounts paid to the
Investment Adviser are consistent with the Investment Management Agreement and are based only on actual Adjusted Realized Capital Gains computed net of all Adjusted Realized Capital Losses and
Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation on a cumulative basis from inception through the end of each calendar year as if the entire portfolio was sold at fair value.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

The
following table summarizes the management fees and incentive fees incurred by the Operating Company for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and
December 31, 2010.

Years ended December 31,2012

2011(1)

2010Management fee

$
11,109,053

$
4,938,004


70,999
(3)Incentive fee, excluding accrued capital gains incentive fees


11,537,066


3,522,330



(3)Accrued capital gains incentive fees(2)


4,406,844






(3)


(1)For
the period from May 19, 2011 (effective date of the Investment Management Agreement) to December 31, 2011.(2)The
accrued capital gains incentive fees would be paid by the Operating Company if the Operating Company ceased operations on December 31, 2012 and
December 31, 2011, respectively, and liquidated its investments at the valuations as of the respective year ends. As of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, no actual capital
gains incentive fee was owed under the Investment Management Agreement, as cumulative net Adjusted Realized Capital Gains did not exceed cumulative Adjusted Unrealized Capital Depreciation.(3)The
Investment Management Agreement was not in effect for the year ended December 31, 2010. As a result of the IPO on May 19, 2011, the
Operating Company pays management fees and incentive fees under its Investment Management Agreement, which provides a different basis for the calculation of these fees as compared to amounts
previously paid prior to the completion of the IPO. Prior to the IPO, an affiliate of the Predecessor Entities paid a majority of the management and incentive fees.


The
Operating Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations below are adjusted as if step-up in cost basis to fair market value had occurred at the IPO date, May 19,
2011.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

The
following Statement of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2012 is adjusted to reflect this step-up to fair market value.

Year ended
December 31, 2012

Adjustments

Adjusted
year ended
December 31, 2012Investment incomeInterest income

$
83,645,911

$
(3,476,058
)
$
80,169,853Dividend income


811,800





811,800Other income


1,328,300





1,328,300Total investment income


85,786,011


(3,476,058
)

82,309,953Total expenses pre-incentive fee


24,624,621





24,624,621Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


61,161,390


(3,476,058
)

57,685,332Incentive fee(1)


15,943,910





15,943,910Post-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


45,217,480


(3,476,058
)

41,741,422Net realized gains (losses) on investments


18,851,239


(6,957,948
)

11,893,291Net change in unrealized appreciation of investments


9,927,774


10,434,006


20,361,780Net increase in capital resulting from operations

$
73,996,493




$
73,996,493


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, the Operating Company incurred total incentive fees of $15,943,910, of which $4,406,844 related to capital
gains incentive fees on a hypothetical liquidation basis.


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

The
following Statement of Operations for the Operating Company for the period May 19, 2011 (effective date of the Investment Management Agreement) to December 31, 2011 is
adjusted to reflect this step-up to fair market value.

Period from
May 19, 2011
to December 31, 2011

Adjustments

Adjusted
Period from
May 19, 2011
to December 31, 2011Investment incomeInterest income

$
38,836,191

$
(2,019,153
)
$
36,817,038Other income


670,318





670,318Total investment income


39,506,509


(2,019,153
)

37,487,356Total expenses pre-incentive fee


11,863,671





11,863,671Pre-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


27,642,838


(2,019,153
)

25,623,685Incentive fee(1)


3,522,330





3,522,330Post-Incentive Fee Net Investment Income


24,120,508


(2,019,153
)

22,101,355Net realized gain (loss) on investments


3,297,896


(2,421,518
)

876,378Net change in unrealized (depreciation) appreciation of investments


(15,537,900
)

4,440,671


(11,097,229
)Net increase in capital resulting from operations

$
11,880,504




$
11,880,504


(1)For
the year ended December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had no incentive fees related to capital gains incentive fees on a hypothetical
liquidation basis.


The
Statement of Operations for the Operating Company for the year ended December 31, 2010 did not require adjustments to reflect a step-up to fair market value as no
adjustments were required prior to the IPO date, May 19, 2011.

The
Companies have entered into an Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, with the Administrator under which the Administrator provides administrative services. The
Administrator performs, or oversees the performance of, the Companies' financial records, prepares reports filed with
the Securities and Exchange Commission, generally monitors the payment of the Companies' expenses, and watches the performance of administrative and professional services rendered by others. The
Operating Company will reimburse the Administrator for the Companies' allocable portion of overhead and other expenses incurred by the Administrator in performing its obligations to the Companies
under the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated. Pursuant to the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, and further restricted by the Operating Company, expenses payable to the
Administrator by the Operating Company as well as other direct and indirect expenses (excluding interest, other credit facility expenses, trading expenses and management and incentive fees) have been
capped at $3,500,000 for the time period from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

The
Operating Company incurred $2,459,857 in expenses in excess of the expense cap for the year ended December 31, 2012, of which $534,133 was receivable from an affiliate as of
December 31, 2012. The Operating Company incurred $2,185,765 in expenses in excess of the expense cap for the year ended December 31, 2011, of which $369,017 was receivable from
affiliate as of December 31, 2011.

The
Companies, the Investment Adviser and the Administrator have also entered into a Trademark License Agreement, as amended, with New Mountain Capital, L.L.C., pursuant to which New
Mountain Capital, L.L.C. has agreed to grant the Companies, the Investment Adviser and the Administrator, a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the "New Mountain" and
the "New Mountain Finance" names. Under the Trademark License Agreement, as amended, subject to certain conditions, the Companies, the Investment Adviser and the Administrator will have a right to use
the "New Mountain" and "New Mountain Finance" names, for so long as the Investment Adviser or one of its affiliates remains the investment adviser of the Operating Company. Other than with respect to
this limited license, the Companies, the Investment Adviser and the Administrator will have no legal right to the "New Mountain" or the "New Mountain Finance" names.

NMFC
entered into a Registration Rights Agreement with AIV Holdings, Steven B. Klinsky (the Chairman of our board of directors), an entity related to Steven B. Klinsky and the Investment
Adviser. Subject to several exceptions, AIV Holdings and the Investment Adviser have the right to require NMFC to register for public resale under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the
"Securities Act of 1933"), all registerable securities that are held by any of them and that they request to be registered. Registerable securities subject to the Registration Rights Agreement are
shares of NMFC's common stock issued or issuable in exchange for units and any other shares of NMFC's common stock held by AIV Holdings, the Investment Adviser and any of their transferees. The rights
under the Registration Rights Agreement can be conditionally exercised by AIV Holdings or the Investment Adviser, meaning that prior to the effectiveness of the registration statement related to the
shares, AIV Holdings or the Investment Adviser can withdraw their request to have the shares registered. AIV Holdings and the Investment Adviser may each assign their rights to any person that
acquires registerable securities subject to the Registration Rights Agreement and who agrees to be bound by the terms of the Registration Rights Agreement. Steven B. Klinsky and a related entity have
the right to "piggyback", or include their own registerable securities in such a registration. During the year ended December 31,
2012, shares held by AIV Holdings and Steven B. Klinsky were registered on a shelf registration statement on Form N-2.

AIV
Holdings and the Investment Adviser may require NMFC to use its reasonable best efforts to register under the Securities Act of 1933 all or any portion of these registerable
securities upon a "demand request". The demand registration rights are subject to certain limitations.

The
Registration Rights Agreement includes limited blackout and suspension periods. In addition, AIV Holdings and the Investment Adviser may also require NMFC to file a shelf
registration statement on Form N-2 for the resale of their registerable securities if NMFC is eligible to use Form N-2 at that time.

Holders
of registerable securities have "piggyback" registration rights, including AIV Holdings, which means that these holders may include their respective shares in any future
registrations of NMFC's equity securities, whether or not that registration relates to a primary offering by NMFC or a

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 5. Agreements (Continued)

secondary
offering by or on behalf of any of NMFC's stockholders. AIV Holdings, the Investment Adviser and Steven B. Klinsky (and a related entity) have priority over NMFC in any registration that is
an underwritten offering.

AIV
Holdings, the Investment Adviser and Steven B. Klinsky (and a related entity) will be responsible for the expenses of any demand registration (including underwriters' discounts or
commissions) and their pro-rata share of any "piggyback" registration. NMFC has agreed to indemnify AIV Holdings, the Investment Adviser and Steven B. Klinsky (and a related entity) with
respect to liabilities resulting from untrue statements or omissions in any registration statement filed pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement, other than untrue statements or omissions
resulting from information furnished to NMFC by such parties. AIV Holdings, the Investment Adviser and Steven B. Klinsky (and a related entity) have also agreed to indemnify NMFC with respect to
liabilities resulting from untrue statements or omissions furnished by them to NMFC relating to them in any registration statement.

Note 6. Related Parties

The Companies have entered into a number of business relationships with affiliated or related parties. NMFC and AIV Holdings own all the outstanding units of the Operating Company. As of
December 31, 2012, NMFC and AIV Holdings own approximately 60.0% and 40.0%, respectively, of the units of the Operating Company.

The
Operating Company has entered into the Investment Management Agreement with the Investment Adviser, a wholly-owned subsidiary of New Mountain Capital. Therefore, New Mountain Capital
is entitled to any profits earned by the Investment Adviser, which includes any fees payable to the Investment Adviser under the terms of the Investment Management Agreement, less expenses incurred by
the Investment Adviser in performing its services under the Investment Management Agreement.

The
Companies have entered into an Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, with the Administrator, a wholly-owned subsidiary of New Mountain Capital. The Administrator
arranges office space for the Companies and provides office equipment and administrative services necessary to conduct their respective day-to-day operations pursuant to the
Administration Agreement, as amended and restated. The Operating Company reimburses the Administrator for the allocable portion of overhead and other expenses incurred by it in performing its
obligations to the Companies under the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated, including rent, the fees and expenses associated with performing administrative, finance and compliance
functions, and the compensation of the Companies' chief financial officer and chief compliance officer and their respective staffs. Pursuant to the Administration Agreement, as amended and restated,
and further restricted by the Operating Company, expenses payable to the Administrator by the Operating Company as well as other direct and indirect expenses (excluding interest, other credit facility
expenses, trading expenses and management and incentive fees) have been capped at $3,500,000 for the time period from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 6. Related Parties (Continued)

The Companies, the Investment Adviser and the Administrator have entered into a royalty-free Trademark License Agreement, as amended, with New Mountain Capital, L.L.C.,
pursuant to which New Mountain Capital, L.L.C. has agreed to grant the Companies, the
Investment Adviser and the Administrator, a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the name "New Mountain" and "New Mountain Finance".

The
Companies have adopted a formal code of ethics that governs the conduct of their respective officers and directors. These officers and directors also remain subject to the duties
imposed by the 1940 Act, the Delaware General Corporation Law and the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act.

The
Investment Adviser and its affiliates may also manage other funds in the future that may have investment mandates that are similar, in whole and in part, with the Operating Company's
investment mandates. The Investment Adviser and its affiliates may determine that an investment is appropriate for the Operating Company and for one or more of those other funds. In such event,
depending on the availability of such investment and other appropriate factors, the Investment Adviser or its affiliates may determine that the Operating Company should invest
side-by-side with one or more other funds. Any such investments will be made only to the extent permitted by applicable law and interpretive positions of the Securities and
Exchange Commission and its staff, and consistent with the Investment Adviser's allocation procedures.

Concurrently
with the IPO, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals affiliated with, New Mountain
Capital in the Concurrent Private Placement.

Note 7. Borrowing Facilities

Holdings Credit FacilityThe Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and restated, dated May 19, 2011 (the "Holdings Credit Facility") among
the Operating Company as the Borrower
and Collateral Administrator, Wells Fargo Securities, L.L.C. as the Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as the Collateral Custodian, is structured as a revolving credit
facility and matures on October 27, 2016, as amended on May 8, 2012. The Operating Company became a party to the Holdings Credit Facility upon the IPO of NMFC. The Holdings Credit
Facility amends and restates the credit facility of the Predecessor Entities (the "Predecessor Credit Facility").

The
maximum amount of revolving borrowings available under the Holdings Credit Facility is $210,000,000, as amended on December 18, 2012. As of December 31, 2012, the
Operating Company was permitted to borrow up to 45.0% or 25.0% of the purchase price of pledged first lien or non-first lien debt securities, and up to 70.0% and 45.0% of the purchase
price of specified first lien debt securities and specified non-first lien debt securities, respectively, subject to approval by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association. The credit facility
is collateralized by all of the investments of the Operating Company on an investment by investment basis. All fees associated with the origination or upsizing of the Holdings Credit Facility are
capitalized on the Operating Company's Consolidated Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Members' Capital and charged against income as other credit facility expenses over the life of the Holdings
Credit Facility. The Holdings Credit Facility contains certain customary affirmative and negative covenants and events of default, including the occurrence of a change in control. In addition, the
Holdings Credit Facility requires the Operating Company to

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 7. Borrowing Facilities (Continued)

maintain
a minimum asset coverage ratio. However, the covenants are generally not tied to mark to market fluctuations in the prices of the Operating Company's investments, but rather to the
performance of the underlying portfolio companies.

The
Holdings Credit Facility (as well as the Predecessor Credit Facility) bears interest at a rate of the London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") plus 2.75% per annum, as amended on
May 8, 2012, and charges a non-usage fee, based on the unused facility amount multiplied by the Non-Usage Fee Rate (as defined in the credit agreement).

The
following table summarizes the interest expense and non-usage fees incurred by the Operating Company on the Holdings Credit Facility for the years ended
December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

Years ended December 31,2012

2011

2010Interest expense

$
4,172,124

$
2,043,267

$
2,248,078Non-usage fee

$
281,234

$
607,972

$
320,848Weighted average interest rate


3.1
%

3.2
%

3.3
%Average debt outstanding

$
133,599,578

$
61,560,781

$
68,343,217


The
outstanding balance of Holdings Credit Facility as of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 was $206,938,049, $129,037,813 and $59,696,938,
respectively. As of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the Operating Company is not aware of any instances of non-compliance related to the
Holdings Credit Facility on such dates.

SLF Credit FacilityThe Operating Company's senior loan fund's Loan and Security Agreement, as amended and restated, dated October 27, 2010
(the "SLF Credit Facility") among NMF SLF as the Borrower, the Operating Company as the Collateral Administrator, Wells Fargo Securities, L.L.C. as the Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association, as the Collateral Custodian, is structured as a revolving credit facility and matures on October 27, 2016, as amended on May 8, 2012. The maximum amount of
revolving borrowings available under the SLF Credit Facility is $215,000,000, as amended on December 18, 2012. The loan is non-recourse to the Operating Company and secured by all
assets owned by the borrower on an investment by investment basis. All fees associated with the origination or upsizing of the SLF Credit Facility are capitalized on the Consolidated Statement of
Assets, Liabilities, and Members' Capital and charged against income as other credit facility expenses over the life of the SLF Credit Facility. The SLF Credit Facility contains certain customary
affirmative and negative covenants and events of default, including the occurrence of a change in control. The covenants are generally not tied to mark to market fluctuations in the prices of our
investments, but rather to the performance of the underlying portfolio companies.

As
of December 31, 2012, the SLF Credit Facility permitted borrowings of up to 70.0% of the purchase price of pledged debt securities subject to approval by Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association. Due to a fifth amendment to the SLF Credit Facility on October 27, 2011, NMF SLF is no longer restricted from the purchase or sale of loans with an affiliate. Therefore,
specified first lien loans can be moved as collateral between the Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit Facility.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 7. Borrowing Facilities (Continued)

The
SLF Credit Facility bears interest at a rate of LIBOR plus 2.00% per annum, as amended on May 8, 2012. A non-usage fee is paid, based on the unused facility amount multiplied
by the Non-Usage Fee Rate (as defined in the credit agreement).

Years ended December 31,From October 7, 2010
(commencement of NMF SLF
operations) to December 31, 20102012

2011Interest expense

$
4,274,293

$
3,368,867

$
127,325Non-usage fee

$
21,451

$
94,500

$
66,301Weighted average interest rate


2.3
%

2.5
%

2.5
%Average debt outstanding

$
181,394,898

$
133,824,553

$
27,672,121


The
outstanding balance as of December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 was $214,262,314, $165,928,000 and $56,936,000, respectively. As of
December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, NMF SLF is not aware of any instances of non-compliance related to the SLF Credit Facility on such dates.

Leverage risk factorsThe Operating Company utilizes and may utilize leverage to the maximum extent permitted by the law for investment and other
general business purposes. The Operating Company's lenders will have fixed dollar claims on certain assets that are superior to the claims of the Operating Company's unit holders, and therefore NMFC's
common stockholders, and the
Operating Company would expect such lenders to seek recovery against these assets in the event of a default. The use of leverage also magnifies the potential for gain or loss on amounts invested.
Leverage may magnify interest rate risk (particularly on the Operating Company's fixed-rate investments), which is the risk that the prices of portfolio investments will fall or rise if
market interest rates for those types of securities rise or fall. As a result, leverage may cause greater changes in the Operating Company's net asset value. Similarly, leverage may cause a sharper
decline in the Operating Company's income than if the Operating Company had not borrowed. Such a decline could negatively affect the Operating Company's ability to make dividend payments to its unit
holders. Leverage is generally considered a speculative investment technique. The Operating Company's ability to service any debt incurred will depend largely on financial performance and will be
subject to prevailing economic conditions and competitive pressures.

Note 8. Regulation

NMFC and AIV Holdings have elected to be treated, and intend to comply with the requirements to continue to qualify annually, as RICs under Subchapter M of the Code. In order to
continue to qualify as RICs, among other things, NMFC and AIV Holdings are required to timely distribute to their stockholders at least 90.0% of investment company taxable income, as defined by the
Code, for each year. NMFC and AIV Holdings, among other things, intend to make and continue to make the requisite distributions to their stockholders, which will generally relieve NMFC and AIV
Holdings from U.S. federal, state, and local income taxes (excluding excise taxes which may be imposed under the Code). However, under certain circumstances, the distributions that the Operating
Company makes to its members may not be sufficient for AIV Holdings to satisfy the annual distribution requirement necessary for AIV Holdings to continue to qualify as a RIC. In that case, it is
expected that Guardian

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 8. Regulation (Continued)

AIV
would consent to be treated as if it received distributions from AIV Holdings sufficient to satisfy the annual distribution requirement. Guardian AIV would be required to include the consent
dividend
in its taxable income as dividend from AIV Holdings, which would result in phantom (i.e., non-cash) taxable income to Guardian AIV.

Additionally
as BDCs, the Companies must not acquire any assets other than "qualifying assets" specified in the 1940 Act unless, at the time the acquisition is made, at least 70.0% of
its total assets are qualifying assets (with certain limited exceptions).

Note 9. Commitments and Contingencies

In the normal course of business, the Companies may enter into contracts that contain a variety of representations and warranties and which provide general indemnifications. The
Operating Company may also enter into future funding commitments such as revolving credit facilities, bridge financing commitments, or delayed draw commitments. As of December 31, 2012, the
Operating Company had unfunded commitments on revolving credit facilities of $10,500,000, no outstanding bridge financing commitments or other future funding commitments, all of which are disclosed on
the Operating Company's Consolidated Schedule of Investments. As of December 31, 2011, the Operating Company had unfunded commitments on revolving credit facilities of $22,698,500, outstanding
bridge financing commitments of $35,000,000 and other future funding commitments of $4,250,632, all of which are disclosed on the Operating Company's Consolidated Schedule of Investments.

The
Operating Company also has revolving borrowings available under the Holdings Credit Facility and the SLF Credit Facility as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.
See Note 7,Borrowing Facilities, for details.

The
Operating Company may from time to time enter into financing commitment letters. As of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the Operating Company did not enter into
any commitment letters to purchase debt investments, which could require funding in the future.

Note 10. Distributions

Differences between taxable income and the results of operations for financial reporting purposes may be permanent or temporary in nature. Permanent differences are reclassified among
capital accounts in the financial statements to reflect their tax character. Differences in classification may also result from the treatment of short-term gains as ordinary income for tax
purposes. During the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, NMFC did not have any reclassifications of amounts for book purposes arising from permanent book/tax
differences. During the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, AIV Holdings had reclassifications of amounts for book

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 10. Distributions (Continued)

purposes
arising from permanent book/tax differences related to return of capital distributions and consent dividends, respectively.

December 31, 2012

December 31, 2011NMFC

AIV Holdings

NMFC

AIV HoldingsUndistributed net investment income

$


$


$


$
Distributions in excess of net realized gains





(9,707,151
)




(1,535,250
)Additional paid-in-capital





9,707,151





1,535,250


For
federal income tax purposes, distributions paid to stockholders of NMFC and AIV Holdings are reported as ordinary income, return of capital, long term capital gains or a combination
thereof. The tax character of distributions paid by NMFC and AIV Holdings for the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 were estimated to be as follows:

Years ended December 31,2012

2011NMFC

AIV Holdings

NMFC

AIV HoldingsOrdinary income(a)

$
26,217,758

$
40,692,087

$
8,944,135

$
14,694,056Capital gains


501,006


2,056,192


255,879


2,696,811Return of capital





48,127,702





Total

$
26,718,764

$
90,875,981

$
9,200,014

$
17,390,867


(a)Ordinary
income is reported on Form 1099-DIV as non-qualified.


As
of December 31, 2012, the costs of investments for NMFC and AIV Holdings for tax purposes were $343,248,443 and $245,659,380, respectively. As of December 31, 2011, the
costs of investments for NMFC and AIV Holdings for tax purposes were $144,377,789 and $275,360,096, respectively.

At
December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis differ from the amounts reflected per NMFC's and AIV Holdings'
respective Statements of Assets and Liabilities by temporary book/tax differences primarily arising from differences between the tax and book basis of NMFC's and AIV Holdings' respective investment in
the Operating Company and undistributed income.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 10. Distributions (Continued)

As
of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, the components of accumulated earnings / (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:

December 31, 2012

December 31, 2011NMFC

AIV Holdings

NMFC

AIV HoldingsAccumulated capital gains / (losses)

$


$


$


$
Other temporary differences


7,942,568


(5,031,546
)




Undistributed ordinary income


528,124





65,789


1,778,113Unrealized (appreciation) / depreciation


(2,274,487
)

(10,970,336
)

822,725


(886,315
)Components of distributable earnings

$
6,196,205

$
(16,001,882
)
$
888,514

$
891,798


NMFC
and AIV Holdings are subject to a 4.0% nondeductible federal excise tax on certain undistributed income unless NMFC and AIV Holdings distribute, in a timely manner as required by
the Code, an amount at least equal to the sum of (1) 98.0% of their respective net ordinary income earned for the calendar year and (2) 98.2% of their respective capital gain net income
for the one-year period ending October 31 in the calendar year. For the years ended December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, both NMFC and AIV Holdings had no accrued
estimated excise taxes.

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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 11. Stockholders' Equity

The table below illustrates changes in the capital accounts of NMFC:

Common StockPaid in Capital
in Excess
of Par

Undistributed
Net Investment
Income

Accumulated
Undistributed Net
Realized Gains

Net Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)

Total
Stockholders'
EquityShares

Par AmountBalance at December 31, 2010




$


$


$


$


$


$
Issuances of common stock in the IPO(1)


7,272,727


72,727


99,927,269











99,999,996Issuances of common stock in private placement(2)


2,172,000


21,720


29,843,280











29,865,000Issuances of common stock to New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P.(3)


1,252,964


12,530


18,476,927











18,489,457Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.








(3,998,597
)










(3,998,597
)Dividends declared











(8,345,303
)

(854,711
)




(9,200,014
))Net increase in stockholders' equity resulting from operations











8,345,303


1,141,018


844,658


10,330,979Balance at December 31, 2011


10,697,691

$
106,977

$
144,248,879

$


$
286,307

$
844,658

$
145,486,821Issuances of common stock


13,628,560


136,286


191,561,335











191,697,621Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.








(323,966
)










(323,966
)Dividends declared











(19,791,810
)

(6,926,954
)




(26,718,764
)Net increase in stockholders' equity resulting from operations











19,791,810


7,592,407


4,399,787


31,784,004Balance at December 31, 2012


24,326,251

$
243,263

$
335,486,248

$


$
951,760

$
5,244,445

$
341,925,716


(1)On
May 19, 2011, NMFC priced its IPO of 7,272,727 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $13.75 per share.(2)Concurrently
with the closing of the IPO and at the public offering price of $13.75 per share, NMFC sold an additional 2,172,000 shares of its common stock
to certain executives and employees of, and other individuals affiliated with, New Mountain Capital in the Concurrent Private Placement.(3)On
May 19, 2011, NMFC issued 1,252,964 shares of common stock to New Mountain Guardian Partners, L.P. for their respective ownership interest
in the Predecessor Entities.


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 11. Stockholders' Equity (Continued)

The table below changes in the capital accounts of AIV Holdings:

Common StockPaid in Capital
in Excess
of Par

Undistributed
Net Investment
Income

Distributions
in Excess of Net
Realized Gains

Net Unrealized
(Depreciation)
Appreciation

Total
Stockholder's
EquityShares

Par AmountBalance at December 31, 2010




$


$


$


$


$


$
Issuances of common stock to New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P.(1)


100


1


298,406,532











298,406,533Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.








(7,558,581
)










(7,558,581
)Dividends declared











(15,775,205
)

(1,615,662
)




(17,390,867
)Net increase in stockholder's equity resulting from operations











15,775,205


2,156,878


(16,374,171
)

1,557,912Tax reclassifications related to consent dividends (See Note 10)








1,535,250





(1,535,250
)




Balance at December 31, 2011


100

$
1

$
292,383,201

$


$
(994,034
)
$
(16,374,171
)
$
275,014,997Dividends declared











(25,425,670
)

(7,233,844
)




(32,659,514
)Distribution to New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P.








(57,834,853
)




(381,614
)




(58,216,467
)Deferred offering costs allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.








(240,771
)










(240,771
)Net increase in stockholder's equity resulting from operations











25,425,670


11,640,446


7,048,486


44,114,602Tax reclassifications related to return of capital distributions (See Note 10)








9,707,151





(9,707,151
)




Balance at December 31, 2012


100

$
1

$
244,014,728

$


$
(6,676,197
)
$
(9,325,685
)
$
228,012,847


(1)On
May 19, 2011, AIV Holdings issued 100 shares of common stock to New Mountain Guardian AIV, L.P. for their respective ownership interest in
the Predecessor Entities.


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 12. Earnings Per Share

The following information sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net increase in NMFC's net assets per share resulting from operations for the year ended December 31,
2012 and the period from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to December 31, 2011:

Year ended
December 31, 2012

May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations)
to December 31, 2011Numerator for basic earnings per share:

$
31,784,004

$
10,330,979Denominator for basic weighted average share:


14,860,838


10,697,691Basic earnings per share:

$
2.14

$
0.97Numerator for diluted earnings per share(a):

$
73,996,493

$
11,880,504Denominator for diluted weighted average share(b):


34,011,738


30,919,629Diluted earnings per share:

$
2.18

$
0.38


(a)Includes
the full income at the Operating Company for the period. For the period May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to December 31,
2011, NMFC's unrealized appreciation in the Operating Company resulting from the IPO is netted against AIV Holdings' unrealized depreciation in the Operating Company resulting from the IPO.(b)Assumes
AIV Holdings exchanges its units in the Operating Company for public shares of NMFC as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011,
respectively (see Note 1,Formation and Business Purpose).


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 13. Financial Highlights

The following information sets forth the financial highlights for the Operating Company for the respective years ended December 31st.

Period from
October 29, 2008
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2008Year ended December 31,2012

2011

2010

2009Total return based on net asset value(a)


16.61
%

10.09
%

26.54
%

76.38
%

NMAverage net assets for the period

$
474,560,874

$
361,030,642

$
245,951,174

$
195,467,257

$
7,249,648Ratio to average net assets:Net investment income


9.53
%

10.67
%

15.23
%

10.44
%

9.44
%(b)Total expenses (gross)


9.07
%

5.59
%

1.59
%

0.72
%


%Total expenses (net of reimbursable expenses)


8.55
%

4.99
%

1.59
%

0.72
%


%Net assets, end of year

$
569,938,563

$
420,501,818

$
241,927,261

$
239,440,683

$
30,353,903Average debt outstandingHoldings Credit Facility

$
133,599,578

$
61,560,781

$
68,343,217

$
65,014,057


N/AAverage debt outstandingSLF Credit Facility

$
181,394,898

$
133,824,553

$
27,672,121


N/A


N/AWeighted average shares outstanding


34,011,738


30,919,629
(c)

N/A


N/A


N/AAsset coverage ratio


235.31
%

242.56
%

307.43
%

407.98
%

N/APortfolio turnover


52.02
%

42.13
%

76.69
%

57.50
%

0.22
%


NMTotal
return from commencement of operations through December 31, 2008 was deemed not meaningful due to the scaling of operations during this short time period. N/ANot
applicable. (a)For
the year ended December 31, 2012, total return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the year
and a sale at net asset value on the last day of the year. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of
the respective quarter. For the year ended December 31, 2011, total return is calculated in two parts: (1) from the opening of the first day of the year to NMFC's IPO date, total return
is calculated based on net income over weighted average net assets and (2) from NMFC's IPO date to December 31, 2011, total return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on
NMFC's IPO date and a sale at net asset


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the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 13. Financial Highlights (Continued)

value
on the last day of the period. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of the respective
quarter. For the years ended December 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, total return is the ratio of net income compared to capital, adjusted for capital contributions and distributions. (b)Ratio
to average net assets has been annualized.(c)Weighted
average common membership units outstanding presented from May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011, as the fund became unitized on
May 19, 2011, the IPO date.


Year ended
December 31, 2012

May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Per unit data for the Operating Company(a):Net asset value, January 1, 2012 and May 19, 2011(b), respectively

$
13.60

$
14.08Net investment income


1.33


0.78Net realized and unrealized gains (losses)


0.84


(0.40
)Dividends from net investment income


(1.71
)

(0.86
)Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations


0.46


(0.48
)Net asset value, December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively

$
14.06

$
13.60


(a)Per
unit data is based on weighted average common membership units outstanding.(b)Data
presented from May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011 as the fund became unitized on May 19, 2011, the IPO date.


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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 13. Financial Highlights (Continued)

The
following information sets forth the financial highlights for NMFC for the year ended December 31, 2012 and the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011. The
ratios to average net assets have been annualized for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011.

Year ended
December 31, 2012

May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Per share data(a):Net asset value, January 1, 2012 and May 19, 2011(b), respectively

$
13.60

$
13.50Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.:Net investment income


1.33


0.78Net realized and unrealized gains (losses)


0.84


(0.40
)Total net increase


2.17


0.38Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investment in New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.





0.58Dividends declared


(1.71
)

(0.86
)Net asset value, December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively

$
14.06

$
13.60Per share market value, December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively

$
14.90

$
13.41Total return based on market value(c)


24.84
%

4.16
%Total return based on net asset value(d)


16.61
%

2.82
%Shares outstanding at end of period


24,326,251


10,697,691Average weighted shares outstanding for the period


14,860,838


10,697,691Average net assets for the period

$
196,312,136

$
147,765,945Ratio to average net assets(e):Total expenses allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


8.55
%

5.79
%Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


9.53
%

9.08
%


(a)Per
share data is based on the summation of the per share results of operations items over the outstanding shares for the period in which the respective
line items were realized or earned.(b)Data
presented from May 19, 2011 forward as the fund became unitized on that date, the IPO date.(c)For
the year ended December 31, 2012 and for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011, total return is calculated assuming a
purchase of common stock at the opening of the first day of the year and assuming a purchase of common stock at IPO, respectively, and a sale on the closing of the last business day of the respective
periods. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed


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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 13. Financial Highlights (Continued)

for
purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at prices obtained under NMFC's dividend reinvestment plan. (d)Total
return is calculated assuming a purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the period and a sale at net asset value on the last
day of the period. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of the respective quarter.(e)Average
net assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 is based on the summation of the results of operations items over the net assets for the
period in which the respective line items were realized or earned.


The
following information sets forth the financial highlights for AIV Holdings for the year ended December 31, 2012 and the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011.
The ratios to average net assets have been annualized for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011.

Year ended
December 31, 2012

May 19, 2011
(commencement of
operations) to
December 31, 2011Total return based on net asset value(a)


18.04
%

(5.44
)%Average net assets for the period

$
270,080,730

$
279,323,246Ratio to average net assets(b):Total expenses allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


8.55
%

5.79
%Net investment income allocated from New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.


9.53
%

9.08
%


(a)For
the year ended December 31, 2012 and for the period May 19, 2011 to December 31, 2011, total return is calculated assuming a
purchase at net asset value on the opening of the first day of the period and a sale at net asset value on the last business day of the period. Dividends and distributions, if any, are assumed for
purposes of this calculation, to be reinvested at the net asset value on the last day of the respective quarter.(b)Average
net assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 is based on the summation of the results of operations items over the net assets for the
period in which the respective line items were realized or earned.


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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 14. Selected Quarterly Financial Data (unaudited)

The below selected quarterly financial data is for the Operating Company.



Investment Income

Net Investment
Income

Total Net Realized
Gains and
Net Changes in
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
of Investments

Net Increase
(Decrease) in
Capital Resulting
from OperationsQuarter Ended

Total

Per
Unit

Total

Per
Unit

Total

Per
Unit

Total

Per
UnitDecember 31, 2012

$
24,713

$
0.65

$
13,522

$
0.36

$
3,478

$
0.09

$
17,000

$
0.45September 30, 2012


21,752


0.60


10,136


0.28


12,109


0.34


22,245


0.62June 30, 2012


20,299


0.66


11,646


0.38


(561
)

(0.02
)

11,085


0.36March 31, 2012


19,022


0.62


9,913


0.32


13,754


0.45


23,667


0.77December 31, 2011

$
17,127

$
0.55

$
9,540

$
0.31

$
8,317

$
0.27

$
17,857

$
0.58September 30, 2011


15,069


0.49


10,002


0.32


(21,255
)

(0.68
)

(11,253
)

(0.36
)June 30, 2011


13,116


0.42


9,554


0.31


(899
)

(0.03
)

8,655


0.28March 31, 2011


11,212


N/A


9,429


N/A


6,990


N/A


16,419


N/ADecember 31, 2010

$
9,820


N/A

$
8,335


N/A

$
7,978


N/A

$
16,313


N/ASeptember 30, 2010


13,881


N/A


13,145


N/A


5,560


N/A


18,705


N/AJune 30, 2010


8,597


N/A


7,777


N/A


(5,349
)

N/A


2,428


N/AMarch 31, 2010


9,077


N/A


8,208


N/A


18,138


N/A


26,346


N/ADecember 31, 2009

$
7,617


N/A

$
6,617


N/A

$
1,617


N/A

$
8,234


N/ASeptember 30, 2009


6,148


N/A


6,030


N/A


33,709


N/A


39,739


N/AJune 30, 2009


5,092


N/A


4,877


N/A


42,562


N/A


47,439


N/AMarch 31, 2009


2,910


N/A


2,883


N/A


27,385


N/A


30,268


N/A


N/ANot
applicable, as the Operating Company was not unitized until May 19, 2011.


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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 14. Selected Quarterly Financial Data (unaudited) (Continued)

The
below selected quarterly financial data is for NMFC.



Net Investment
Income allocated
from the Operating
Company

Total Net Realized
and Unrealized Gains
(Losses)

Net Increase
(Decrease) in Net
Assets Resulting from
OperationsQuarter Ended

Total

Per Share

Total

Per Share

Total

Per ShareDecember 31, 2012

$
7,759

$
0.36

$
2,047

$
0.09

$
9,806

$
0.45September 30, 2012


4,574


0.28


5,381


0.34


9,955


0.62June 30, 2012


4,029


0.38


(194
)

(0.02
)

3,835


0.36March 31, 2012


3,430


0.32


4,758


0.45


8,188


0.77December 31, 2011

$
3,301

$
0.31

$
2,877

$
0.27

$
6,178

$
0.58September 30, 2011


3,460


0.32


(7,353
)

(0.68
)

(3,893
)

(0.36
)June 30, 2011


1,584


0.15


6,462


0.60


8,046


0.75March 31, 2011


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/ANot
applicable, as NMFC did not commence operations until May 19, 2011.


The
below selected quarterly financial data is for AIV Holdings.



Quarter Ended

Net Investment
Income allocated
from the Operating
Company

Total Net Realized
and Unrealized Gains
(Losses)

Net Increase
(Decrease) in Net
Assets Resulting from
OperationsDecember 31, 2012

$
5,764

$
1,431

$
7,195September 30, 2012


5,562


8,630


14,192June 30, 2012


7,617


(367
)

7,250March 31, 2012


6,483


8,995


15,478December 31, 2011

$
6,240

$
5,439

$
11,679September 30, 2011


6,542


(13,902
)

(7,360
)June 30, 2011


2,994


(5,755
)

(2,761
)March 31, 2011


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/ANot
applicable, as AIV Holdings did not commence operations until May 19, 2011.


Note 15. Recent Accounting Standards Updates

In May 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2011-04, Amendments to Achieve Common Fair Value Measurement and
Disclosure Requirements in U.S. GAAP and IFRSs ("ASU 2011-04"), which provides clarification about how to measure fair value and improves comparability of fair value measurements
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Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.,
the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Corporation, and the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (Continued)

December 31, 2012

Note 15. Recent Accounting Standards Updates (Continued)

accordance
with GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards. The amendments included in ASU 2011-04 clarify the FASB's intent about the application of existing fair value
measurement and disclosure requirements outlined in ASC 820, as well as include some instances of changes to particular principles or requirements. ASU 2011-04 clarifies that
(i) the concept of the highest and best use valuation premise applies only to nonfinancial assets, (ii) instruments classified in stockholders' equity should be valued from the
perspective of a market participant that holds that instrument as an asset, and (iii) quantitative information should be disclosed about unobservable inputs used in a fair value measurement
that is categorized within Level III of the fair value hierarchy. ASU 2011-04 changes the guidance in (i) permitting an exception to ASC 820 by allowing an entity to measure
the fair value of a group of financial assets and financial liabilities exposed to market and credit risks to be consistent with the entity's net risk exposures, instead of gross risk,
(ii) applying premiums and discounts in a fair value measurement lacking a Level I inputs to be consistent with the ASC 820 requirements of fair value measurement but that applying
premiums and discounts in a fair value measurement related to size as a characteristic of the holding rather than as a characteristic of the asset or liability is not permitted, and
(iii) requiring additional disclosures about fair value measurements categorized within Level III of the fair value hierarchy, including the valuation processes used and the sensitivity
of the fair value measurement to changes in unobservable inputs and the interrelationships between those unobservable inputs. ASU 2011-04 is effective for the interim and annual periods
beginning after December 15, 2011. The adoption of ASU 2011-04 did not have a significant impact on the Companies' financial statements. Additional disclosure was added where
applicable.

Note 16. Subsequent Events

On March 6, 2013, the Operating Company's board of directors, and subsequently NMFC's board of directors, declared a first quarter 2013 distribution of $0.34 per unit/share
payable on March 28, 2013 to holders of record as of March 15, 2013. Subsequently, AIV Holdings' board of directors declared a dividend payable on March 28, 2013 to holders of
record as of March 15, 2013 in an amount equal to $0.34 per unit multiplied by the total number of units owned by AIV Holdings of the Operating Company as of the record date.

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The terms "we", "us", "our" and the "Companies" refers to the collective: New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., New Mountain Finance
Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation.

Item 9.    Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

None.

Item 9A.    Controls and Procedures

(a)    Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

As of December 31, 2012 (the end of the period covered by this report), we, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) of the Securities Act of 1934, as
amended). Based on that evaluation, our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective and provided
reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in our periodic Securities and Exchange Commission filings is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods
specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. However, in evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognized that any controls and
procedures, no matter how well designed and operated can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in
evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of such possible controls and procedures.

(b)    Report of Management on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, and for performing an
assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability
of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Companies' internal control over financial
reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to assets of the Companies; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit
preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the Companies are being made only in accordance with
authorizations of management and directors of the Companies; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of
the Companies' assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Management
performed an assessment of the effectiveness of the Companies' internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2012 based upon the criteria in Internal
ControlIntegrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on management's assessment, management determined that the Companies'
internal control over financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2012.

(c)    Attestation Report of the Registered Public Accounting Firm.

Our independent registered public accounting firm, Deloitte & Touche LLP, has issued an attestation report on the Companies' internal
control over financial reporting, which is set forth on the following page.

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM ON  INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING

To
the Board of Directors and Stockholders of
New Mountain Finance Corporation
New York, New York

We
have audited the internal control over financial reporting of New Mountain Finance Corporation (the "Company") as of December 31, 2012, based on criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated
Frameworkissued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. The Company's
management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment
of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Report of Management on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.

We
conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to
obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control
over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and
performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

A
company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, the company's principal executive and principal financial officers, or
persons performing similar functions, and effected by the company's board of directors, management, and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting
and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company's internal control over financial reporting includes those
policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company;
(2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that
receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding
prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because
of the inherent limitations of internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of collusion or improper management override of controls, material
misstatements due to error or fraud may not be prevented or detected on a timely basis. Also, projections of any evaluation of the effectiveness of the internal control over financial reporting to
future periods are subject to the risk that the controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

In
our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2012, based on the criteria established in Internal ControlIntegrated
Frameworkissued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission.

We
have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the statement of assets and liabilities, as of
December 31, 2012, and the related statements of operations, changes in net assets and cash flows and the financial highlights for the year then ended of the Company and our report dated
March 6, 2013 expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements.

/s/ DELOITTE
& TOUCHE LLP

New
York, New York
March 6, 2013

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(d)    Changes in Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting

Management has not identified any change in the Companies' internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter
ended December 31, 2012 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Companies' internal control over financial reporting.

Item 9B.    Other Information

None.

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PART III

The terms "we", "us", "our" and the "Companies" refers to the collective: New Mountain Finance Holdings,
L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation.

We
will file a definitive Joint Proxy Statement for the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders with the Securities and Exchange Commission, pursuant to
Regulation 14A, not later than 120 days after the end of our fiscal year. Accordingly, certain information required by Part III has been omitted under General
Instruction G(3) to Form 10-K. Only those sections of our definitive Proxy Statement that specifically address the items set forth herein are incorporated by reference.

Item 10.    Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

The information required by Item 10 is hereby incorporated by reference from the definitive Joint Proxy Statement relating to
the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days following the end of the Companies' fiscal year.

Item 11.    Executive Compensation

The information required by Item 11 is hereby incorporated by reference from the definitive Joint Proxy Statement relating to
the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days following the end of the Companies' fiscal year.

Item 12.    Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

The information required by Item 12 is hereby incorporated by reference from the definitive Joint Proxy Statement relating to
the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days following the end of the Companies' fiscal year.

Item 13.    Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence

The information required by Item 13 is hereby incorporated by reference from the definitive Joint Proxy Statement relating to
the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days following the end of the Companies' fiscal year.

Item 14.    Principal Accountant Fees and Services

The information required by Item 14 is hereby incorporated by reference from the definitive Joint Proxy Statement relating to
the Companies' 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days following the end of the Companies' fiscal year.

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PART IV

Item 15.    Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

(a)    Documents Filed as Part of this Report

The following financial statements are set forth in Item 8:



New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.Consolidated Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Members' Capital as of December 31, 2012 and December 31,
2011


92Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and
December 31, 2010


93Consolidated Statements of Changes in Members' Capital for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011
and December 31, 2010


94Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2012, December 31, 2011 and December 31,
 2010


95Consolidated Schedule of Investments as of December 31, 2012


96Consolidated Schedule of Investments as of December 31, 2011


101New Mountain Finance CorporationStatement of Assets and Liabilities as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011


106Statements of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


107Statement of Changes in Net Assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of
operations) to December 31, 2011


108Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


109New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings CorporationStatement of Assets and Liabilities as of December 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011


110Statements of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations)
to December 31, 2011


111Statement of Changes in Net Assets for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of
operations) to December 31, 2011


112Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 2012 and from May 19, 2011 (commencement of operations) to
December 31, 2011


113Combined Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., the Financial Statements
of New Mountain Finance Corporation and the Financial Statements of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation


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(b)    Exhibits

The following exhibits are filed as part of this report or hereby incorporated by reference to exhibits previously filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission:

Exhibit
Number

Description2.1

Merger Agreement, dated May 19, 2011 by and between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Debt Funding, L.L.C.(5)2.2

Merger Agreement, dated May 19, 2011 by and between New Mountain Guardian Partners Debt Funding, L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Partners (Leveraged), L.L.C.(5)2.3

Merger Agreement, dated May 19, 2011 by and between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. and New Mountain Guardian Partners (Leveraged), L.L.C.(5)3.1(a
)
Certificate of Incorporation of New Mountain Guardian Corporation(3)3.1(b
)
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Incorporation of New Mountain Guardian Corporation changing its name to New Mountain Finance Corporation(1)3.1(c
)
Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of New Mountain Finance Corporation(4)3.1(d
)
Certificate of Formation of New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C.(1)3.1(e
)
Certificate of Amendment to Certificate of Formation of New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C. changing its name to New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.(5)3.1(f
)
Certificate of Incorporation of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation(6)3.1(g
)
Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation(9)3.1(h
)
Certificate of Change of Registered Agent and/or Registered Office of New Mountain Finance Corporation(7)3.1(i
)
Certificate of Change of Registered Agent and/or Registered Office of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation(7)3.2(a
)
Bylaws of New Mountain Finance Corporation(3)3.2(b
)
Amended and Restated Bylaws of New Mountain Finance Corporation(4)3.3

Bylaws of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation(6)4.1

Form of Stock Certificate of New Mountain Finance Corporation(1)4.2

Form of Stock Certificate of New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation(2)10.1

Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.(5)10.2

First Joinder Agreement with Respect to the Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.(5)10.3

Second Joinder Agreement with Respect to the Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.(5)10.4

Amendment No. 1 to the Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.(8)


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Exhibit
Number

Description10.5

Letter Agreement relating to entry into Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement by and among New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower and Collateral Administrator, each of the lenders thereto, Wells
Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Collateral Custodian.(1)10.6

Form of Variable Funding Note of New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as the Borrower(1)10.7

Form of Amended and Restated Account Control Agreement among New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., Wells Fargo Securities, LLC as the Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Securities
Intermediary(1)10.8

First Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as
Lender(8)10.9

Second Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as
Lender(8)10.10

Third Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities LLC, As Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as
Lender(8)10.11

Loan and Security Agreement by and among New Mountain Guardian (Leveraged), L.L.C., as Collateral Administrator, New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, each of the lenders party thereto, Wells Fargo
Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Collateral Custodian(1)10.12

First Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Lender(1)10.13

Second Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Lender(1)10.14

Third Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Lender(8)10.15

Fourth Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Lender(8)10.16

Fifth Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Lender(8)10.17

Account Control Agreement by and between New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Pledgor, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent on behalf of the Secured Parties, and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as
Securities Intermediary(1)10.18

Variable Funding Note of New Mountain Guardian SPV Funding, L.L.C., as the Borrower(1)


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Exhibit
Number

Description10.19

Form of Amended and Restated Investment Advisory and Management Agreement(10)10.20

Form of Safekeeping Agreement among New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., Wells Fargo Securities, LLC as the Administrative Agent and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Safekeeping Agent(1)10.21

Form of Administration Agreement(1)10.22

Amended and Restated Administration Agreement(8)10.22

Form of Trademark License Agreement(1)10.23

Amendment No. 1 to Trademark License Agreement(8)10.24

Form of Registration Rights Agreement(1)10.25

Form of Indemnification Agreement by and between New Mountain Finance Corporation and each director(1)10.26

Form of Indemnification Agreement by and between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. and each director(1)10.27

Form of Letter Agreement relating to Lock-Up Period by and among New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C. and New Mountain Finance Advisers BDC, L.L.C.(1)10.28

Dividend Reinvestment Plan(4)10.29

Seventh Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association, as Collateral Custodian(11)10.30

Eighth Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association, as Collateral Custodian(12)10.31

Tenth Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank, National
Association, as Lender(11)10.32

Eleventh Amendment to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement between New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C., as Borrower, Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as Administrative Agent, and Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association, as Lender(12)11.1

Computation of Per Share Earnings for New Mountain Finance Corporation (included in the combined notes to the financial statements contained in this report)12.1

Computation of ratios for New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C., New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation (included in the combined notes to the financial statements contained in
this report)14.1

Code of Ethics(1)21.1

Subsidiaries of Registrant and jurisdiction of incorporation/organizations:Consolidated Subsidiaries of Operating Company:
    New Mountain Finance SPV Funding, L.L.C.Delaware


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Exhibit
Number

Description31.1

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended31.2

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended32.1

Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350)32.2

Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350)


(1)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.'s registration statement on Form N-2 Pre-Effective
Amendment No. 3 (File Nos. 333-168280 and 333-172503) filed on May 9, 2011.(2)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation's registration statement on Form 10 (File
No. 000-54412), filed May 19, 2011.(3)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Corporation's registration statement on Form N-2 (File
No. 333-168280) filed on July 22, 2010.(4)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Corporation's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed on August 11, 2011.(5)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.'s quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed on August 11,
2011.(6)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed on
August 23, 2011.(7)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Corporation and New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation report on Form 8-K
filed on August 25, 2011.(8)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Corporation's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed on November 14, 2011.(9)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance AIV Holdings Corporation's report on Form 8-K filed on February 29, 2012.(10)Previously
filed as Annex A to New Mountain Finance Corporation's definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed on March 28, 2012.(11)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Corporation's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed on August 8, 2012.(12)Previously
filed in connection with New Mountain Finance Holdings, L.L.C.'s report on Form 8-K filed on December 21, 2012.


(c)    Financial Statement Schedules

No financial statement schedules are filed herewith because (1) such schedules are not required or (2) the information
has been presented in the aforementioned financial statements.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrants have duly caused
this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized on March 6, 2013.

NEW MOUNTAIN FINANCE HOLDINGS, L.L.C.
NEW MOUNTAIN FINANCE CORPORATION
NEW MOUNTAIN FINANCE AIV HOLDINGS
CORPORATIONBy:

/s/ ROBERT A. HAMWEE Robert A. Hamwee Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)


Pursuant
to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrants and in the capacities and on
the dates indicated.

SIGNATURE

TITLE

DATEBy:

/s/ ROBERT A. HAMWEE Robert A. Hamwee

Chief Executive Officer (Principal Executive Officer)

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ DAVID M. CORDOVA David M. Cordova

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ STEVEN B. KLINSKY Steven B. Klinsky

Chairman of the Board, Director

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ ADAM B. WEINSTEIN Adam B. Weinstein

Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and Director

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ ALFRED F. HURLEY, JR. Alfred F. Hurley, Jr.

Director

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ DAVID MALPASS David Malpass

Director

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ DAVID OGENS David Ogens

Director

March 6, 2013By:

/s/ KURT J. WOLFGRUBER Kurt J. Wolfgruber

Director

March 6, 2013


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