September 7, 2023
Delaware Trust Act 2023
Delaware Trust Act 2023 (the “Act”) was signed into law on August 31, 2023 by Governor Carney. Below is a […]
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Insights from the Commonwealth team to keep you updated.
July 12, 2023
What to Think About When Making a Trust Silent
Trusts are powerful tools for managing and distributing assets, ensuring the smooth transfer of wealth from one generation to the […]
June 1, 2023
What is a Directed Trust
Commonwealth Trust Company explores what a directed trust is, how it works, and the benefits it offers.
May 30, 2023
The Trust Instrument: How Trustees Interpret Common Trust Provisions
Many considerations go into the planning and drafting of a trust instrument: For what purpose do you need the trust? […]
Estate Planning Considerations for the Non-Citizen Spouse
When you are planning your estate and your spouse is not a US citizen, there is something very important to […]
Choosing a Fiduciary
It’s well known that a directed trust offers a number of benefits over the traditional model of one fiduciary making […]
May 11, 2023
Increase Your Long-Term Gift, Not Your Gift Tax
You’ve decided it’s time to transition some of your wealth out of your estate and establish an irrevocable trust for […]
October 24, 2022
2022 Delaware Trust Conference
Commonwealth Trust Company has been a long-time supporter of the Delaware Bankers Association and is proud to have, once again, […]
August 22, 2022
Trust Act 2022
On June 30, 2022, Governor John Carney signed into law the Delaware Trust Act 2022. This Act includes several important […]