The right advice
Article Abstract:
The quality of advice from investment counselors can vary enormously. Even members of the Financial Planning Association, which has a strict code of rules and ethics, have been accused of giving dismal advice in complaints lodged against them. Beware of advisors selling inappropriate products or unidentifiable fees and commissions.
Publication Name: Personal Investment
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 1997
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Master trust fee shootout
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Master funds have be gaining in popularity with banks, investment advisors and individuals. Most recently, employers who have been using master funds as investment vehicles for their employee super. The critics of master funds say their popularity is advisor-driven since master funds provide high commission and trailing fees.
Publication Name: Personal Investment
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 1997
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Mercury gets bigger wings
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Issues related to the managed funds at Merrill Lynch Mercury are examined. Topics include its high performance record, content of portfolios, and style of fund manager Peter Cooper.
Publication Name: Personal Investment
Subject: Personal finance
ISSN: 0813-2992
Year: 1999
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