Prove Trust Authority Without Sharing Everything

Plan Your Certificate of Trust in Minneapolis

Your trust holds real estate, and now your lender or title company wants proof of trustee authority without reading your entire trust document. In Minneapolis, a Certificate of Trust provides exactly that—a short, notarized summary that confirms the trust exists, names the trustees, and grants authority to act. You hand the certificate to the closing agent, hear the pages flip as they review it, and move forward without exposing private family details. Everhart Law Office LTD. prepares Certificates of Trust used for real estate transactions and financial institutions, ensuring compliance with Minnesota statutory requirements.

We help Minneapolis families streamline property transfers involving trusts, address lender and title company document expectations, and reduce the need to share full trust documents. By clarifying trustee authority for real estate decisions, we make closings smoother and faster. We encourage updates when trust terms or trustees change so your certificate remains accurate and accepted.

Schedule your certificate of trust preparation in Minneapolis and keep your transaction on schedule.

Why Choose Professional Certificates of Trust in Minneapolis?

The preparation process involves extracting the key information required by Minnesota Statutes—trust name, date of creation, trustee identity, and powers—while omitting beneficiary details and distribution provisions. This summary is formatted to meet the expectations of title companies, banks, and other institutions that need confirmation but don't require access to your full trust agreement.


You'll benefit from a document that satisfies legal and commercial standards without compromising your family's privacy. Everhart Law Office LTD. clarifies trustee authority for real estate decisions, ensuring the certificate explicitly states the trustee's power to buy, sell, mortgage, or otherwise manage property. The firm encourages updates when trust terms or trustees change, so your certificate remains current and effective.


Because lenders and title companies have varying expectations, the practice tailors each certificate to address the specific requirements of the transaction at hand.


Contact us today for streamlined Certificate of Trust services in Minneapolis.

How Our Process Works

Certificates of Trust are legal shortcuts that protect your privacy while proving you have the authority to act. They're standard in real estate closings across Minneapolis and required by most financial institutions dealing with trust-owned property.

Trust administration shouldn't slow down your property transactions or force you to share private family information with strangers. A Certificate of Trust solves both problems with a single, straightforward document. Lock in your certificate of trust preparation in Minneapolis and keep your closing moving forward smoothly.

Why can't I just show the lender my full trust?
Your trust document may contain sensitive information about beneficiaries, distributions, and family arrangements. A Certificate of Trust discloses only what third parties need to know, keeping the rest private.
How long does it take to prepare a certificate?
Most certificates are ready within one to two business days once we review your trust document and confirm current trustee information. Rush service is available if your closing is imminent.
Do I need to update my certificate if trustees change?
Yes, the certificate must reflect current trustee names and authority. If you've appointed a successor trustee or amended the trust, we prepare an updated certificate to avoid rejection at closing.
Will this certificate work in other states?
Minnesota certificates follow state law and are generally accepted nationwide, but some states have unique requirements. We confirm whether your transaction needs additional documentation.
Can I use the same certificate for multiple transactions?
Yes, as long as the trust terms and trustees haven't changed. Many Minneapolis clients keep a current certificate on file and provide copies as needed for future real estate or financial dealings.