reading 13: principles of Asset Allocation: issues related to goal-based asset allocation

Having a hard time understanding the section 4.7 “Issues Related to Goals-Based Asset Allocation”

Could anyone summarize the main issues?

Thanks

Hi

This is what I highlighted for myself in this section:

* “goals-based asset allocation applies best to individuals who have multiple goals, time horizons, and urgency levels”, thus it is less appropriate for individuals with single goal.

* “be cautious to ensure that there is no “hidden” goal”

* “the more complex the nature of the investment problem, the more diverse the list of investment structures, and the more one should expect a client-focused approach to offer useful benefits”

* “using goals-based wealth management must contend with a considerably higher level of business management complexity”

* “the usual regulatory requirement that all clients be treated in an equivalent manner”