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How Much Is Too Much to Pay a Trustee or How to Avoid Being a Knucklehead 1 Credit

Dec 06, 2024, 12:00 PM ET

How Much Is Too Much to Pay a Trustee or How to Avoid Being a Knucklehead 1 Credit

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    March, 2024
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Dec 06, 2024, 12:00 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • To discuss the key factors influencing trustee compensation analysis.
  • To explain the impact of local court rules on trustee compensation determinations.
  • To review corporate trustee fees as benchmarks for individual trustee compensation.
  • To identify scenarios where extraordinary fees are appropriately charged or awarded.
  • To discuss best practices for navigating trustee compensation challenges effectively.

Course Overview

Few trustees have a good answer to the question “How much Should I be paid”. 

Professional advisors frequently hold conflicting opinions. Some advocate for an hourly rate, others suggest a percentage of trust assets, and yet others recommend a flat retainer. This widespread disagreement results in a limited ability for individuals to offer a well-considered or thorough rationale for their compensation. As expected, numerous beneficiaries and their professional advisors regularly express objections, further complicating the issue.

In times of heightened financial uncertainty, disputes over trustee compensation become more pronounced. This CPE course aims to guide both trustees and beneficiaries in navigating the common question, "How much should a trustee be paid?" Participants will explore the complexities of trustee compensation analysis, considering factors such as the influence of local court rules and corporate trustee fees used as benchmarks. The course delves into essential considerations for trustees, offering insights into determining appropriate payment and understanding when extraordinary fees are justified or awarded in intricate scenarios.

Key Topics:

  • Factors influencing trustee compensation analysis
  • Local court rules and their impact on trustee compensation
  • Comparing corporate trustee fees for individual compensation guidance
  • Determining appropriate scenarios for charging or awarding extraordinary fees

By joining this online course, participants will emerge equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate trustee compensation challenges confidently.

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Course Level

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Pre-requisites

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About Instructor

Josh Yager - CE/CPE/CPD Courses Ideal for CPA/PFS TEP ChFC CSA
Josh Yager

Principal, Anodos Advisors

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Josh Yager is a recognized expert on the management and oversight of trust assets. He lectures and writes extensively on the policies, procedures, and practices for the prudent administration of trusts. He has been invited to speak to various Bar associations, CPA chapters, estate planning councils, Professional Fiduciary Association forums and AICPA national events. Josh has testified on prudent governance practices before in the California Courts, the Texas Pension Review Board and the Alaska Retirement Management Board. Josh has led governance consulting engagements for the boards of public pension funds responsible for assets in excess of $30b, foundation and endowment boards with assets in excess of $250m and for individual trustees with modestly funded trusts.

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Kenneth Lenz, CPA (US)

Estate and trust administration fees is too often a fuzzy area for executors, trustees, and their professional advisors. This course was very helpful towards providing guidance on how I can help clients quantify and justify discretionary remuneration from administering an estate or trust.

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John Groth, CPA (US)

One of the best courses I have taken through myCPE. The instructor provided comprehensive guidance and practical examples. This course truly delivered on it's stated goals.

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