In Brief: Trusts for estate planning: what, when and how?
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
How trusts can assist in organising family wealth and safeguarding future generations
Trusts have been utilised for centuries to manage and safeguard wealth, yet they remain among the least understood aspects of estate planning. Although often seen as complex or reserved for the ultra-wealthy, a trust is simply a legal arrangement that separates ownership from control for a beneficiary’s benefit. When properly structured, trusts can regulate how assets are utilised, protect against creditors and disputes, avoid probate for enhanced privacy and speed, and reduce costs and family conflicts.
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