{"id":149550,"date":"2023-11-30T14:42:27","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T09:12:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/?p=149550"},"modified":"2023-11-30T14:42:27","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T09:12:27","slug":"why-people-consider-and-use-trust-structures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/why-people-consider-and-use-trust-structures","title":{"rendered":"Why People Consider and Use Trust Structures"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/the-basics-of-trust-structures-for-personal-financial-planning\">last week\u2019s article<\/a>, we unpacked the basics of a Trust by looking at the various role players and some basic tax considerations we need to understand when discussing a trust. In this week\u2019s article, we will unpack the advantages and disadvantages of using a trust to help us better understand why it is a structure that is at all used or considered when managing personal financial situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-149573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1700\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4.png 1700w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-4-1536x645.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">People may want to start a trust for various reasons, as trusts offer several advantages and benefits that cater to different financial and personal objectives. Trusts provide a versatile and customisable legal structure that can address various financial, family, and charitable objectives. However, setting up a trust should be done with careful consideration and the guidance of legal and financial professionals to ensure that it aligns with the individual&#8217;s specific goals and circumstances.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Advantages of Trusts<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Asset Pro<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">tection:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> One of the primary advantages of a trust is asset protection. Assets placed in a trust are legally separated from the individual&#8217;s personal assets, reducing the risk of creditors or legal claims against the individual affecting the trust&#8217;s assets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Estate Planning:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Trusts are effective tools for estate planning. They allow for the orderly transfer of assets to beneficiaries, minimising potential disputes and providing for family members, especially minor children, or vulnerable beneficiaries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tax Planning:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Trusts can be used for tax planning purposes, allowing for income splitting among beneficiaries and potentially reducing overall tax liabilities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Continuity of Wealth: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A trust can ensure that family wealth is preserved and managed effectively over generations, providing a long-term financial legacy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Charitable Giving:<\/span><\/b> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Trusts can be established for charitable purposes, enabling individuals to support causes they are passionate about and leave a lasting impact on society.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-149570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1700\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3.png 1700w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/17-3-1536x645.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Disadvantages of Trusts <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cost:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Setting up and administering a trust can involve significant costs, including legal fees, trustee fees, and ongoing administrative expenses.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tax Implications:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Trusts are subject to specific tax rules, and the tax implications can be complex. The tax rates for trusts are often higher than those for individuals, making proper tax planning essential.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Loss of Control: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When assets are transferred to a trust, the individual loses direct control over those assets. Trustees assume management authority and the founder&#8217;s ability to access or manage assets may be restricted.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reporting and Compliance: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Trustees have fiduciary duties and legal obligations, including proper record-keeping and submitting annual tax returns. Failure to comply with these requirements can lead to penalties.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"10\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Duration of Trust:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Some trusts have fixed termination dates, which may not align with beneficiaries&#8217; needs or financial circumstances.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"11\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Irrevocability:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Once assets are transferred to an irrevocable trust, it is challenging to change the terms or reclaim the assets, limiting flexibility.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-149574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1700\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3.png 1700w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/21-3-1536x645.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be aware, and take the necessary steps, to avoid the risk of having a court rule, or SARS find, your trust to be considered an \u201calter-ego\u201d trust, or as it is also commonly referred to, a \u201csham\u201d trust. This can be the case when the founder of a trust still maintains total control of the assets within the trust and as such the trust is considered an extension of the founder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> In such a case, the trust is meeting all the necessary requirements to be considered a trust yet if it can be shown that the founder or trustees are not acting with the required care and diligence in terms of the Trust Property Control Act as they are not acting independently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Such sham trusts are often found in cases where the founder wants to defraud a party such as their spouse or a creditor or when they are trying to avoid tax liabilities. Ensure that at least one of the trustees of your trusts is a professional and independent trustee and that proper procedures are followed and recorded to show that there is a clear separation of ownership and control between the trust and the founder. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-149571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1700\" height=\"714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4.png 1700w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/18-4-1536x645.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Overall, trusts can be a beneficial tool when managing your personal finances. However, setting up a trust should be done with careful consideration and the guidance of legal and financial professionals to ensure that it aligns with the individual&#8217;s specific goals and circumstances. In next week\u2019s article, we will conclude our discussion on trusts by looking at the different trust structures in South Africa.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In last week\u2019s article, we unpacked the basics of a Trust by looking at the various role players and some basic tax considerations we need to understand when discussing a trust. 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