Encompass by Commerce Trust

 

SECURE YOUR LEGACY

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Explore the Encompass by Commerce Trust magazine for perspectives and guidance on estate planning topics crucial for high-net-worth families as you prepare for the transfer of significant wealth.

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Topics include:

PRESERVING GENERATIONAL WEALTH

The Benefits of Implementing Family Governance for High-Net-Worth Families
Family Meetings for High-Net-Worth Families
What to Know About High-Net-Worth Estate Planning for Sentimental Assets
Estate Planning for Family Real Estate

TRANSFERRING WEALTH WITH TRUSTS

Structuring a Trust to Align with Your Goals
Understanding Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATs)
Understanding Credit Shelter Trusts Versus Portability
Understanding Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts (IDGTs)
Understanding Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILITs)
Understanding Dynasty Trusts
Navigating Trust Options for Your Estate Plan

OPTIMIZING TAX EFFICIENCY 

2025 Tax Changes: What They Mean for High-Net-Worth Individuals
Roth IRA Conversions: What High Earners Need to Know

 

Harness the true team advantage, working together for you

Your Commerce Trust team of specialists, led by your relationship manager, brings together a multi-disciplinary team who will collaborate to offer comprehensive guidance on your planning, asset management, and private banking needs, taking into account your holistic financial picture.

Wealth Management

Wealth Management Consultant


Initially evaluates your situation, gathers information, presents our capabilities and assembles the in-house team. 

Financial Planner

Financial Planner


Works in coordination with your other Commerce Trust advisors to deliver objective financial planning advice and customized planning strategies to meet your needs.

Private Client Advisor

Private Client Advisor


Helps you develop a financial roadmap based on your personal and family goals and is responsible for coordinating the efforts of other team members and external advisors, such as your estate planning attorney and accountant.

Portfolio Manager

Portfolio Manager


Creates and monitors your investment portfolio based on your objectives and risk tolerance.

Private Banker

Private Banker


Aligns your banking needs with other aspects of your plan, from sophisticated financing to daily checking, savings and credit card needs.

Specialty Services Advisors

Specialty Services Advisors

Families with significant wealth may employ the services of Commerce Family Office. Our specialty services also include expertise on complex assets such as business ownership, residential, commercial and farm real estate, oil, gas and mineral management.

  • Commerce Family Office
  • Family Business Planning Solutions
  • Residential Real Estate Management
  • Commercial Real Estate Management
  • Farm Real Estate Management
  • Oil, Gas and Mineral Asset Management

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Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and the opinions and other information in the commentary are as of March 27, 2025. This summary is intended to provide general information only and is reflective of the opinions of Commerce Trust. While Commerce may provide information or express opinions from time to time, such information or opinions are subject to change, are not offered as professional tax, insurance, or legal advice, and may not be relied on as such. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed.

Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against all risk. This material is not a recommendation of any particular investment or insurance strategy, is not based on any particular financial situation or need, and is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified attorney, tax advisor, or investment professional. Commerce does not provide tax advice to customers unless engaged to do so. Commerce does not provide legal advice to its customers. Consult an attorney for legal advice, including drafting and execution of estate planning documents. Commerce Trust does not provide advice related to rolling over retirement accounts.

Commerce Trust is a division of Commerce Bank.

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