A Trust allows you a certain level of control over your Estate that Wills cannot provide. The structure of Trusts allows you to decide how and when your assets will be distributed. If you have young children, this can be a great way to ensure they do not receive their inheritances in one lump sum. Trust also pegs growth in your estate which could save you an immense amount on Estate Duty and can protect your assets against creditors. It is however of utmost importance that you make use of a professional in advising you on creating a Trust as there are many pitfalls to be aware of. We can assist you in doing proper estate planning and assist you in creating a Trust as well as the registration thereof with the Master of the High Court if such a need may occur.