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What is a trust in a financial portfolio?

A trust is a legal relationship in which a trustee holds or manages property under the applicable trust arrangements for beneficiaries or purposes. Its exact rights and duties depend on the deed and law.

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Australian record-keeping context
Updated 7 October 2026

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For record-keeping, keep the trust distinct from the people involved. Note the trustee, relevant beneficiaries, assets, debts, documents and professional contacts. Do not simply add a trust-held property to a person's personal net worth at full value. An app record does not create a trust, validate the deed, identify tax treatment or settle a beneficiary's rights. The Australian Government explains trust structures and trustee responsibilities.

Can Financial Portfolio record a family trust?

The documented app supports a trust entity and recorded trustee and beneficiary relationships.

Does a trust record tell me who legally owns an asset?

No. Check the deed, title and qualified advice.

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