Itemized Fees
List flat fees, hourly rates, asset-based trustee fees, and third‑party costs (e.g., recording fees, appraisals). Be explicit about billing frequency and invoicing terms.
A concise Trust Quote Document reduces ambiguity about fees and responsibilities, supports fiduciary transparency, and creates a written record for acceptance. Electronic delivery and signing are enforceable under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and state UETA frameworks.
Law firms, trust companies, financial advisors, and family offices commonly prepare Trust Quote Documents to set expectations before engagement.
Recipients should review trustee duties, fee schedules, and any exclusions before signing or returning the quote.
List flat fees, hourly rates, asset-based trustee fees, and third‑party costs (e.g., recording fees, appraisals). Be explicit about billing frequency and invoicing terms.
Describe drafting, trustee administration, investment oversight, tax preparation, distributions, and reporting. Specify exclusions (e.g., litigation, extraordinary asset management).
Provide estimated turnaround for drafting, signature, funding, and first accounting. Note acceptance deadline and any dependencies affecting schedule.
Clarify who will prepare tax returns, obtain valuations, transfer title, and maintain records; identify points of contact and escalation procedures.
List assumptions underlying the estimate (number of beneficiaries, asset types, complexity). State that changes may alter final fees.
Provide method and deadline for acceptance, required signatures, effective date upon acceptance, and revision or termination rules.
Use PDF or Word DOCX formats for fillable Trust Quote Documents and choose an eSignature method that preserves audit trails.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signers | Define order and role (settlor, trustee) |
| Authentication | Email link, SMS code, or KBA |
| Conditional Fields | Show fee details only when applicable |
| Retention | Set automatic archival after signing |
Commonly 30 days from issuance
Date by which client must sign to lock fees
Estimated date to execute trust document
Target period for transferring assets
Typical 60–90 days after funding
Tim Martin used a single document to list trustee fees and funding steps
Butler required precise fee breakdowns for fiduciary services
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7‑day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |