BTC Trust Company of South Dakota 25th Anniversary
For 25 years, Bankers Trust has been proud to provide South Dakota trust services through our affiliate company, BTC Trust Company of South Dakota. Today, it is the second-oldest trust company in the state and is the only South Dakota trust company of our size and scope that is affiliated with a full-service bank and a Registered Investment Advisor. This one-stop, seamless experience for ultra-high net worth clients is a huge differentiator for Bankers Trust.
Our team has the technical expertise and legal acumen to work with your attorney or partners, resulting in a smooth and personalized experience that meets your unique situation. The flexible statutes offered by South Dakota allow you to divide trust management roles to give the right responsibilities to those who have the right skills.
Over 25 years, BTC Trust Company of South Dakota has consistently received top-tier rankings from state and federal regulators, and South Dakota has the best trust laws in the United States.
Why BTC Trust Company of South Dakota?
With a focus on relationships, our knowledgeable, experienced professionals will put your best interests first in every interaction.
South Dakota is the number one jurisdiction for trusts in the United States, as South Dakota trusts don’t have any state income tax, capital gains tax or estate/death tax. There are several additional appealing characteristics, including:
- Trusts exist in perpetuity
- Powerful asset protection provisions
- Best-in-country confidentiality and privacy laws
- Provides flexibility and control for families and businesses
Top-tier Client Experience
Together, our team has 75 years of trust experience, bringing you the expertise you are looking for and the top-of-the-line customer service you deserve. We are selective with our clients so we can:
- Ensure you receive an exclusive experience
- Be nimble and efficient, delivering the service you deserve
- Turn around your requests within one or two business days
- Operate coast-to-coast, providing for your financial needs anywhere and everywhere you need
Team of Trusted Advisors
BTC Trust Company of South Dakota serves in multiple capacities and has expertise in all types of trusts to be able to meet your most complex financial needs. No matter where you live, Bankers Trust is here to help you navigate the process of establishing a South Dakota trust through our affiliate company, BTC Trust Company of South Dakota. Because BTC Trust Company of South Dakota is an affiliate of Bankers Trust, as our client you will gain access to the full suite of Bankers Trust products and services, including consumer, commercial, wealth management and investment services to be able to serve all of your needs in-house. Included within these areas are BTC Capital Management, Private Client Services, Retirement Plan Services, Institutional Custody, Private Banking, Retail, Consumer Lending and Treasury Management. Learn more about Bankers Trust.
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Contact our South Dakota Team
Matthew J. Abel, JD, MPA
President
(605) 221-3094
[email protected]
Simon Duquemin
VP, Senior Trust Officer
(605) 221-3093
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Matt Spolum
AVP, Trust Officer
(605) 221-3092
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