However, in a separately managed account, you do own those shares. An investor can obtain this document by contacting the manager, but they tend not to be as widely available through unrestricted online downloads as mutual fund prospectuses. The financial scandals and market declines that occurred in have served as a catalyst for hedge fund investors to migrate towards SMAs. Put municipal bonds to work for you. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, accounting, legal or tax advice. Retirement planning in 3 quick steps See what’s new with iRetire.