14. Investments in Equity Securities and Mutual Funds

During the three-months ended March 31, 2026, the Company sold its investments in equity securities and mutual funds, resulting in a realized loss for the period of $194,149. There was also an unrealized gain of $110,092 from the prior period that was adjusted to $0 upon the sale of the investments. Subsequent to March 31, 2026, the Company reinvested these funds into US treasury notes.