SMSFs need better access to alternatives: BlueSkyBY MELANIE TIMBRELL | FRIDAY, 6 JUL 2012 12:25PMThe focus by fund managers on the 'big end of town' has negatively impacted SMSFs, who have missed out on quality options for alternative returns, according to BlueSky Alternative Investments. |
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