People-first
trust management.

We offer reliable & responsive trustee services.

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You intend to
bless, not burden.

Managing a trust should be simple, but too often it’s anything but. Beneficiaries can find themselves tangled in red tape, forced to navigate confusing legal processes, or left waiting as their calls are shuffled from one department to another. What should be a straightforward process turns into a burden.

At Scout Advocacy, we believe that managing a trust should reflect the care and generosity with which it was created. We remove the barriers that cause frustration, ensuring your beneficiaries receive what you intended, without unnecessary hassle.

We handle every aspect of trust management with equal parts diligence & compassion.

Services can include:

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day-to-day operations

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asset management & distribution

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investment oversight

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tax planning & filing

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compliance & legal matters

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beneficiary communication & support

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record keeping & reporting

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trustee succession planning

My wife and I feel very good about our son’s future being in very capable hands. Having made the decision to go with Scout a few years ago is the best decision we have made to secure a safe, stable and secure life for our son when we are no longer able. It is really hard to put into words how good we are feeling about everything, and how much progress has been made. Thank You.

Joseph and Linda
Carmel, Indiana

What brings you here today?

No matter where you are in your journey, we’d be honored to help.

I have a new trust.

You need someone to manage the provisions of your new trust with consistency and integrity. We have the experience and resources to do that!

 

I am switching trustees.

When it is necessary to change trustees for any reason, we can step in and ensure a seamless transition and reliable management. Let’s talk.

 

I am helping my client.

Your client is exploring their options for managing their trust, and you’d like to refer them to a team of professionals they can depend on. We can help.

A little about us:

We find it disheartening that trustee services can be treated as a commodity. When some trustees take over, they technically get the job done, but the process becomes bureaucratic, lacking the personal, human-to-human service that trust management should offer.

At Scout Advocacy, we take a different approach: we prioritize both professionalism and empathy. With a combined 70 years of experience in law, finance, and healthcare, we are uniquely positioned to offer a level of care and understanding that goes beyond the ordinary. This means that instead of facing delays and impersonal interactions, your beneficiaries will experience a smooth process with the same dedication and compassion as if you were managing the trust yourself.

I’ve watched Ken and Sara build Scout Advocacy from the ground up over the past decade while working with them on behalf of more than a dozen mutual clients. They and their team are true professionals who care deeply about their clients’ well-being and have the experience and expertise to effectively advocate on their behalf. I’ve seen them go toe to toe with nursing homes, Medicaid and relatives with selfish motives to protect their clients and help them thrive. If I ever need someone to look after my health and financial needs when I no longer can – from the big picture to the smallest detail – and don’t have a capable trusted family member or friend to turn to, I would choose Ken, Sara, and their team without hesitation.

Derek Hamilton
Certified Financial Advisor at Elser Financial

Let’s make the hard things easier.

Here’s how we’ll start.

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Schedule a consultation.

We know you face a big decision. During the free consultation, we’ll take all the time needed to get to know one another and discuss your questions and concerns.

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Get a trust management plan.

Once we understand your needs, we’ll create a personalized trust management plan tailored to your specific goals and preferences. This plan outlines how your trust will be managed, ensuring clarity and alignment with your intentions.

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Proceed with certainty.

With the plan in place, you can rest assured that your trust is being managed exactly as you envisioned. We provide regular updates and are always available to answer your questions, keeping your trust aligned with your wishes and providing the support you need.

Let’s talk about your needs.

Pay for just the
support you need.

Trust management can be intricate and outdated, percentage-based fee structures often add to the stress. That’s why we charge by the hour. This means you only pay for the exact services you receive, with no hidden costs.

You might still be wondering…

How can I ensure that you'll administer the trust appropriately?

We are proud of our 70 years of experience in this business and the hundreds of satisfied clients and families we serve. We are committed to understanding your wishes and to following all legal and financial guidelines when we are named as trustee. We’ll check in by phone or in person annually to see if any details of the trust have changed.

What is your process for handling disputes among beneficiaries?

In matters involving family members and beneficiaries, it’s not unusual to have some conflict. As a trustee, Scout Advocacy can be a neutral voice, navigating any disagreements with empathy, while following all legal and financial directives of the trust.

What if this is a very complicated situation?

If your situation is complex, it is especially important to have a knowledgeable trustee to navigate all the details of your trust! We have a professional staff who has encountered a large variety of complicated trusts, and that knowledge is invaluable when faced with an issue.

How do you ensure compliance with legal and tax requirements?

The team at Scout Advocacy includes legal and financial experts who understand all relevant requirements and will ensure compliance with all necessary entities. 

What happens if the three owners of Scout Advocacy are no longer with the company?

It is important to us that Scout Advocacy outlives our three founding partners, and we are continuously raising up leaders within our business who will maintain the same dedication to our clients that we have. 

What sets you apart from other trustees?

Unlike banks, who are often chosen to manage trusts, we are more personal and more experienced in the role of advocate. We are often less expensive, as well, since our fee is charged on an hourly basis, rather than being a percentage of an estate. For this reason, we are also able to service smaller trusts than banks can.  

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