Author Archives: Kevin Quinn

Who needs a Professional Fiduciary?

Vice-Chair Marguerite Lorenz presents to the Purposeful Planning Institute exploring the many hats worn by Independent Trustees so professionals may better identify when it is appropriate to engage one to serve their clients.

4 Tips for Exercising a Financial Power of Attorney through Disability and Dementia with Dan Felix, MCIT

Clients with dementia and other impairments to capacity pose a unique and additional set of challenges to the successful work of the Financial Power of Attorney. Master Certified Trustee Dan Felix discusses how the Financial Power Holder can work with the family to over-come these challenges for the maximum benefit of all concerned.

Essentials of Trustee Liability Insurance presented by Judith Pearson

Insurance policies in general can be confusing. Special coverage such as errors and omissions can be maddening to understand.  Judith Pearson of Nomadx Solutions will break down what coverages are “must-haves” for any Trustee Liability Policy and introduce a new program available to ITA members.

Trust-worthy Investment Decisions – presented by Richard Neely

Since the Trustee usually acts as a fiduciary, there are decisions to make with Trust investments. Several topics are discussed: what is a Prudent Investor, how do Trusts influence investments, the importance of an Investment Policy, hiring investment advisors, exploring pros/cons of private investments, and more.