This occurs when the Platform has invested on behalf of the underlying client. The managed fund is not held in the client’s name.
Depending on the Platform, they will either require the client to complete a closure form and the Platform will generate the Standard Transfer form(s) or the adviser will complete these forms themselves. Best to check with the Platform where the assets are held prior to undertaking the transfer to avoid any delays.
Forms required
- Managed Fund Transfer form (available from the Literature Library)
- The Custodian will sign the Transfer form as the seller/ buyer instead of the underlying client
- Cost base template (available from the Literature Library)
Original forms are to be posted to Mason Stevens and uploaded via the Platform.
This is when the managed fund is held directly with the Fund Manager. The assets are held in the client’s name.
Forms required
- Managed Fund Transfer form
- Client will sign the Transfer form as the seller/buyer
- Cost base template
Original forms are to be posted to Mason Stevens and uploaded via the Platform.
When stocks are held directly with a Broker and are being transferred to another Broker.
Forms required
- Stock Transfer form (available from the Literature Library)
- Cost base template
Forms only need to be uploaded via the Platform.
When stocks are maintained by the Share Registry on behalf of the company that has issued the shares. This usually occurs in an Initial Public Offering.
Forms required
- Issuer Sponsored Stock Transfer form (available from the Literature Library)
- Cost base template
Original forms are to be posted to Mason Stevens and uploaded via the Platform.
Occurs when the selling entity differs to the buying entity. This buy and sell occurs off the market, hence why it is often referred to as an Off-Market Transfer.
This change of ownership can occur for any of the above transfers thus any forms above will need to be completed in conjunction to the below form.
Forms required
- Off Market Transfer Form (available from the Literature Library)
Forms are to be posted to Mason Stevens and uploaded via the Platform.