Guide to Family Trusts (Discretionary Trust) in Australia
What is a Family Trust? A family trust, also known as a discretionary trust, is one of the most flexible and tax-effective structures used by Australian families, business owners, and investors. At its core, it’s a legal arrangement where a trustee (either an...
What Is a Unit Trust in Australia? Structure, Tax, and Compliance
What is Unit Trust? A unit trust is an investment structure that divides ownership into units, each representing a fixed portion of the trust’s assets and income. Investors (called unit holders) receive distributions according to how many units they hold, much like...
Tax Benefits of a Property Investor Trust: What Every Landlord Should Know
Most landlords aim to grow their rental income without losing too much of it to tax. The key often lies in how you structure your investments. While family trusts and company setups are well-known, there’s a structure built with property investors in mind — the...
Can a Property Investor Trust Really Protect Your Assets?
As a landlord or property investor, you’ve probably thought about more than just buying the right property at the right price. Protecting your investment from risks like lawsuits, creditors, or complications in family succession is just as important as finding that...
