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For your convenience, we have prepared some answers to frequently asked questions about our Corporate Trust services below.

General Questions

	Why establish a trust in Bermuda?
	Bermuda is respected as a major centre for innovative trust structures, and operates under a strong legal system based on English equity, statute and common law. As a regulator, the Bermuda Monetary Authority promotes financial stability and effective supervision. This has made Bermuda an attractive home base for leading international banking, law insurance and reinsurance and accounting firms.

	Do I have the option to choose my own investment portfolio?
	Yes. We offer you the flexibility to choose the investment portfolio that best suits your needs. Furthermore, we offer you access to Butterfield’s global capabilities, including banking, custody, trust, treasury and asset management.

	Does Butterfield’s Corporate Trust team act as a full service trustee?
	Yes. Through access to Butterfield’s global capabilities, our Corporate Trust department can assist with every aspect of your trust structure, from bookkeeping and transaction reconciliation to liaising with your investment managers, auditors, actuaries and legal counsel.

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