Account maintenance
Describe periodic maintenance or custody fees, billing cadence (monthly/quarterly/annual), any minimum balance thresholds, and conditions for waiver.
A transparent fee schedule protects account holders and custodians by setting expectations for costs and billing practices. Clear itemization reduces disputes, supports regulatory compliance, and helps investors evaluate net returns and portability when moving accounts between custodians.
Internal legal or compliance sign-off is common; trustees or authorized officers typically sign final confirmations when required by policy.
Describe periodic maintenance or custody fees, billing cadence (monthly/quarterly/annual), any minimum balance thresholds, and conditions for waiver.
List commission or per-trade fees, ACAT/outgoing transfer fees, mutual fund transaction loads, and whether online trades differ from assisted trades.
If applicable, disclose asset-based advisory fees (percentage of AUM), fee calculation method, billing frequency, and conditions for tiered pricing.
Detail fees for wire transfers, expedited processing, returned items, paper statements, and optional services with exact dollar amounts or ranges.
Show outgoing transfer or termination fees, whether full or partial transfers are charged, and how the fee is applied at settlement.
Explain how and when fee changes are communicated, notice periods, and any client rights to close or transfer the account following a fee increase.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Drafting owner | Assign a single owner for edits and version control |
| Review step | Require compliance and legal approvals in sequence |
| Publishing | Post to secure client portal with version stamp |
| Distribution | Email notice, portal alert, or hard-copy mailing options |
Keep an audit trail, access controls, and exportable archives to meet recordkeeping and reproducibility requirements.
State when new fees begin and how they apply to existing balances
Specify client notice period for fee increases or material changes
Indicate typical time for systems to reflect changes
Explain how fee assessments apply during account transfers
Note when fees are reviewed and updated internally each year
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