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Educational articles, videos, and podcasts focused on trust planning, fiduciary administration, and industry perspectives. Select a category below to explore.

LATEST ARTICLES

Advisor Friendly Trust Companies
July 16, 2026

Advisor Friendly Trust Companies

Learn how Advisor Friendly Trusts, including Directed and Delegated Trust structures, help preserve advisor-client relationships while providing professional trust administration.
Take Advantage of South Dakota Trust Laws
July 16, 2026

Advantages of South Dakota Trust Laws

Discover why South Dakota is considered one of the nation's leading trust jurisdictions, offering flexibility, privacy, asset protection, and long-term planning advantages.
10 Questions You Should Ask Before Selecting a Trustee
September 18, 2025

10 Questions You Should Ask Before Selecting a Trustee

Choosing a trustee is one of the most important financial decisions you will ever make. A trustee is the individual or institution responsible for carrying out the terms of your trust—managing assets, making distributions, handling tax and legal obligations, and ultimately ensuring your wishes are honored.

LATEST PODCASTS

SNT: Pre-Planning The Death Of A Loved One
August 01, 2022

SNT: Pre-Planning The Death Of A Loved One

This podcast discusses the tough process of pre-planning the death of a loved one by setting up final expenses from a Special Needs Trust.
Establishing a Special Needs Trust
July 05, 2022

Establishing a Special Needs Trust

In this podcast, James Creel and Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro talk about what to look for when considering a Special Needs Trust.

LATEST VIDEOS

Settlement Planning with a Trust - Explainer Video
July 15, 2024

Settlement Planning with a Trust - Explainer Video

Incorporating trusts in settlement planning offers a means to manage settlement funds, provide security, flexibility, and protection for the clients financial future.
Advisor Friendly Trusts - Explainer Video
July 15, 2024

Advisor Friendly Trusts (Explainer Video)

This short video helps explain the relationship between the financial advisor, their client, and the trustee in an Advisor Friendly Trust.
Special Needs Trusts - Explainer Video
July 15, 2024

Special Needs Trusts (Explainer Video)

This short video explains the basics of a Special Needs Trust.