What to expect from PMS?
Okay, you have fallen for the sales pitch and entrusted your money to a PMS. What can you now expect from this service? More handholding from your portfolio manager than you have been accustomed to from your mutual fund. You can expect to have a personal relationship manager through whom you can interact with the fund manager at any time of your choice. You can also expect frequent (maybe monthly) interaction with the portfolio manager to discuss any concerns that you might have. Expect to be consulted on any major changes in asset allocation or in the investment strategy relating to your portfolio. All administrative matters, including operating a bank account and dealing with settlement and depository transactions, will be handled by the PMS. If you are the type who likes to watch over your money like a baby, the disclosures offered by a PMS may be just right for you. On handing over your money, you will receive a user-ID and password from the PMS, which will grant you online access
