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1. IMPORTANT
INFORMATION:
( The information
in this section is required under the Securities Act 1978. )
Investment decisions
are very important. They often have long-term consequences. Read
all documents carefully. Ask questions. Seek advice before committing
yourself.
Choosing an
investment
When deciding
whether to invest, consider carefully the answers to the following
questions that can be found on the links noted below:
In addition to the information in this document, important information
can be found in the current registered prospectus for the investment.
You are entitled to a copy of that prospectus on request.
Choosing an
Investment Adviser
You have the
right to request from any investment adviser a written disclosure
statement stating his or her experience and qualifications to give
advice. That document will tell you:
- Whether
the adviser gives advice only about particular types of investments,
and
- Whether
the advice is limited to the investments offered by 1 or more
particular financial organisations, and,
- Whether
the adviser will receive a commission or other benefit from
advising you.
You are strongly
encouraged to request that statement. An investment adviser commits
an offence if he or she does not provide you with a written disclosure
statement within 5 working days of your request. You must make the
request at the time the advice is given or within 1 month of receiving
the advice.
In addition:
- If an investment
adviser has any conviction for dishonesty or has been adjudged
bankrupt, he or she must tell you this in writing; and
- If an investment
adviser receives any money or assets on your behalf, he or she
must tell you in writing the methods employed for this purpose.
Tell the adviser
what the purpose of your investment is. This is important because
different investments are suitable for different purposes.
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