Montana Custodian Agreement

• Category: Corporations - Public
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-EG-9188
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

Custodian Agreement between First American Insurance Portfolios, Inc. and U.S. Bank National Association dated December 8, 1999. 17 pages The Montana Custodian Agreement is a legally binding document that outlines the responsibilities and obligations of a custodian in the state of Montana. A custodian is an individual or institution entrusted with the care and management of assets belonging to a minor or an individual incapable of managing their own affairs. In Montana, there are different types of Custodian Agreements, each designed to address specific circumstances and requirements. The most common types include: 1. Montana Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (MUTMA) Custodian Agreement: This agreement is governed by the Montana Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, which allows for the transfer of assets to a minor without the need for a formal trust. The custodian takes charge of managing the assets until the minor reaches the age of majority, typically 18 or 21, as specified in the agreement. 2. Montana Uniform Custodial Trust Act (MUC TA) Custodian Agreement: This agreement follows the provisions outlined in the Montana Uniform Custodial Trust Act. It establishes a custodial trust, where the custodian holds and manages the assets for the benefit of the designated beneficiary. The custodian has the duty to exercise reasonable care, skill, and prudence in managing and investing the trust property. 3. Montana Qualified Tuition (529) Program Custodian Agreement: This agreement specifically pertains to custodianship of funds contributed to a Montana 529 Qualified Tuition Program account. The custodian is responsible for administering the account and making investment decisions in accordance with the program's guidelines. The funds are intended for the beneficiary's higher education expenses. Regardless of the type, a Montana Custodian Agreement typically includes essential provisions such as the custodian's powers and duties, instructions for asset management, reporting requirements, and conditions for termination or transfer of custodial responsibilities. Keywords: Montana, Custodian Agreement, custodian's duties, asset management, Minor, MUTMA, MUC TA, Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, Uniform Custodial Trust Act, Montana 529 Qualified Tuition Program, higher education, beneficiary.

The Montana Custodian Agreement is a legally binding document that outlines the responsibilities and obligations of a custodian in the state of Montana. A custodian is an individual or institution entrusted with the care and management of assets belonging to a minor or an individual incapable of managing their own affairs. In Montana, there are different types of Custodian Agreements, each designed to address specific circumstances and requirements. The most common types include: 1. Montana Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (MUTMA) Custodian Agreement: This agreement is governed by the Montana Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, which allows for the transfer of assets to a minor without the need for a formal trust. The custodian takes charge of managing the assets until the minor reaches the age of majority, typically 18 or 21, as specified in the agreement. 2. Montana Uniform Custodial Trust Act (MUC TA) Custodian Agreement: This agreement follows the provisions outlined in the Montana Uniform Custodial Trust Act. It establishes a custodial trust, where the custodian holds and manages the assets for the benefit of the designated beneficiary. The custodian has the duty to exercise reasonable care, skill, and prudence in managing and investing the trust property. 3. Montana Qualified Tuition (529) Program Custodian Agreement: This agreement specifically pertains to custodianship of funds contributed to a Montana 529 Qualified Tuition Program account. The custodian is responsible for administering the account and making investment decisions in accordance with the program's guidelines. The funds are intended for the beneficiary's higher education expenses. Regardless of the type, a Montana Custodian Agreement typically includes essential provisions such as the custodian's powers and duties, instructions for asset management, reporting requirements, and conditions for termination or transfer of custodial responsibilities. Keywords: Montana, Custodian Agreement, custodian's duties, asset management, Minor, MUTMA, MUC TA, Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, Uniform Custodial Trust Act, Montana 529 Qualified Tuition Program, higher education, beneficiary.