What is Britam Trust Fund and How Does it Work?

Building wealth takes years of hard work, discipline, and sacrifice, protecting it for the people you love should be just as intentional. The Britam Trust Fund offers a structured, secure, and professional way to manage and preserve your assets for your beneficiaries, both during your lifetime and beyond. It ensures that your wishes are respected, your wealth is protected, and your loved ones are taken care of exactly as you intend

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About Britam Trust Services

Britam Trust Services is a subsidiary of Britam Holdings Plc, a leading diversified financial services group listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange with operations across several African countries. Britam offers solutions in life assurance, general insurance, health insurance, asset management, retirement planning, property, and trust services.

Britam Trust Services was established to address the need for controlled and efficient safeguarding of assets acquired by individuals and institutions over a lifetime. Its role is to professionally set up and manage trusts in Kenya, ensuring accountability, transparency, and long-term wealth preservation

What Is a Trust?

A trust is a legal arrangement where assets, such as cash, property, or investments, are placed under the care of a trustee (Britam Trust Services) for the benefit of named beneficiaries.

The person creating the trust, known as the settlor, provides clear instructions on how the assets should be managed and distributed, either during their lifetime or in the event of death. This structure ensures that assets are used strictly according to the settlor’s wishes

What Is the Britam Trust Fund?

The Britam Trust Fund provides a safe and efficient platform for the professional management of assets on behalf of you and your loved ones. It ensures that your wealth continues to benefit your family during your lifetime and even after your passing, without disruption or misuse

As the settlor, you maintain full control over how the trust assets are used. In the unfortunate event of death, the trust continues to support your beneficiaries, such as your children — until they reach a specified age (above 18), as determined by your health

Purpose-Driven Wealth Protection

One of the core strengths of the Britam Trust Fund is its predefined purpose. Assets held in trust are administered strictly according to the settlor’s instructions. This:

  • Prevents mismanagement
  • Ensures accountability
  • Preserves wealth across generations

You can structure the trust to meet current and future needs such as education, healthcare, upkeep, and long-term financial security

Types of Trust Funds You Can Set Up

The Britam Trust Fund allows you to create need-based trusts, including:

Education Trust Fund

Covers school fees, books, uniforms, school trips, and other education-related expenses for beneficiaries

Medical Trust Fund

Offsets medical bills and can pay for annual medical insurance premiums, ensuring uninterrupted healthcare

Family Care Trust Fund

Supports multiple family needs such as education, medical care, upkeep, and monthly expenses

Charitable Trust Fund

Allows you to fund causes and initiatives that matter to you, even beyond your lifetime

Milestone Trust Fund

Funds your children’s dreams once they achieve specific milestones or goals defined by you

Welfare Trust Fund

Ideal for groups of people working toward a common goal, with different beneficiaries stepping in when members pass on

Key Benefits of the Britam Trust Fund

Avoids the Succession Court process — assets held in trust do not form part of the settlor’s estate, saving time, cost, and family disputes

Professional investment management — trust funds are strategically invested for long-term growth and financial security
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Preserves your legacyprotects wealth for future generations and ensures funds are available for essential needs

Tax efficiency — property transferred to a family trust is exempt from Stamp Duty and Capital Gains Tax

Peace of mind — ensures a controlled and predictable transfer of assets to your loved ones now and in the future

How to Set Up a Britam Trust Fund

To set up a trust fund, the following documents are required:

  • Duly completed trust application form
  • Settlor’s ID or passport and KRA PIN
  • Beneficiaries’ birth certificates (if minors) or ID/passport and KRA PIN
  • Guardians’ ID or passport and KRA PIN (where applicable)

Get Professional Help Setting Up Your Trust Fund

Setting up a trust is one of the most important financial decisions you can make — and expert guidance makes all the difference.

Peter Wanderi, a licensed Britam Financial Advisor, can help you:

  • Understand how the Britam Trust Fund works
  • Choose the right type of trust for your goals
  • Structure your trust correctly and efficiently
  • Complete the setup process seamlessly

Contact Peter Wanderi today for personalized guidance on securing your wealth and protecting your loved ones through the Britam Trust Fund.

FAQs

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We offer a wide range of insurance products to meet your personal and business needs, including health, life, auto, home, travel, and commercial insurance. Each plan can be customized to fit your budget and coverage requirements.

You can file a claim online through our customer portal, via our mobile app, or by calling our 24/7 claims hotline. Simply provide your policy number, details of the incident, and any supporting documents (e.g., photos or receipts). A claims representative will guide you through the next steps.

Your premium is based on several factors, including the type of coverage, your personal information (such as age, location, and driving record for auto insurance), and the level of risk involved. Discounts may apply if you bundle multiple policies or maintain a good claims history.

Yes. You can update your policy at any time to add or remove coverage, change your contact information, or adjust your beneficiaries. Simply log in to your online account or contact your insurance agent for assistance.

If you miss a payment, you’ll typically have a grace period (usually 15–30 days) to make the payment without losing coverage. If the payment isn’t received within that period, your policy may lapse. Please contact us as soon as possible if you anticipate a delay—we’re here to help you stay covered.

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