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The document is a Revocable Living Trust Agreement created under South Dakota law, outlining the terms and provisions for managing and distributing the Trustor's assets during their lifetime and after their death. It details the roles of the Trustor, Trustee, and beneficiaries, including powers granted to the Trustee, management of trust property, rights of beneficiaries, and procedures for distributions. The Trustor retains the right to amend or revoke the trust at any time while alive.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the South Dakota Living Trust document in the editor.
Begin by entering the date of creation at the top of the form. This is essential for establishing the trust's timeline.
In Article I, specify the name of your trust. This should reflect your personal choice, such as 'The [Your Name] Revocable Living Trust'.
Proceed to Article II and fill in your details as the Trustor, including your full name and address. Also, list any beneficiaries you wish to designate.
In Article III, appoint yourself as Trustee and designate a Successor Trustee if necessary. Ensure that all names are clearly written.
Article IV requires you to list all assets included in the trust. Attach Schedule A with detailed descriptions of these assets.
Review Articles V through XII carefully, ensuring all powers and provisions align with your intentions for asset management and distribution.
Finally, sign and date the document at the end, ensuring it is notarized as required by South Dakota law.

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What is the downside of having a trust?

The trustee must be a qualifying South Dakota trustee, the trust must have an express South Dakota governing law clause, the trust must be irrevocable, and, the trust must have a spendthrift clause.

How much is a South Dakota trust?

The cost of setting up a trust in South Dakota varies depending on the complexity of the trust and the attorneys fees. A basic Revocable Living Trust generally ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. More complex trusts can cost several thousand dollars more.

How much does it cost to set up a trust in South Dakota?

South Dakota imposes no state income tax, capital gains tax, or estate tax, allowing trust assets to grow without state-imposed financial burdens. Additionally, beneficiaries are not subject to inheritance taxes, making South Dakota one of the most tax-efficient jurisdictions for trust planning.

Is there a yearly fee for a trust?

Professionals usually charge an annual fee of between 1 percent to 2 percent of assets in the trust. So, for example, the annual fee for a trust holding $1 million could be between $10,000 and $20,000. Often, professionals charge a higher percentage of smaller trusts and a lower percentage of larger trusts.

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