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What are the Laws Governing Mutual Funds?

Mutual funds are governed under various laws in US and elsewhere. Basically all these laws are formulated with the protection of the investing community in view. In US Securities and Exchange Commission sets forth numerous requirements for registration and regulation of mutual funds. The primary regulation that governs the mutual funds is the Investment Company Act of 1940 and various rules and forms of registration adopted under them. The other important acts mutual funds are subjected to are the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

These laws are enacted in order to foster investment culture among general public and protect them from natural and artificial risks. These laws provide basis for their conduct and transaction in a fair and legitimate way. The advantages of mutual funds are mostly exempted from tax deductions.
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If You Want To Invest In Mutual Funds

If you have made the decision, mutual funds are one of good investments. Look for various types of funds to begin with. There are three types if investment companies.
  1. Open end investment companies
  2. Closed end investment companies and finally
  3. Unit Investment Trusts
Secondly, look for their portfolio after weighing down their past performance and experience of their fund managers (past performance is not a guarantee of projected returns). Look for various fees/loads and ways to exit such as redemption and selling in the open market. Don't over rule taking advices from a professional especially when you are new and confused.

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