by Munro Benge | Oct 29, 2018 | Trusts, Technical Updates, GST
The High Court has struck out a Trust’s application for judicial review of decisions by the Commissioner and Taxation Review Authority (TRA) for lack of jurisdiction. The Court found that there was no jurisdiction because the Trust’s application for review did not...
by Munro Benge | Oct 3, 2018 | Trusts, Technical Updates
The High Court has held that annual forgiveness of debts to a charitable trust are monetary gifts paid to that charitable trust and as such qualified as charitable gifts. The background On 14 October 2007, Mrs Roberts and her late husband jointly established the Oasis...
by Munro Benge | Sep 6, 2018 | Trusts
Do you have a family trust? Thinking of forming one as a way to future-proof your assets for you and your children? Take note – the Trustee Act is getting a makeover. While there are still a few parliamentary hurdles to jump, now’s the time to get your head...
by Munro Benge | Sep 6, 2018 | Trusts
Up until now, a trustee’s job description has been clear as mud with many families getting into strife unaware of their trustee’s responsibilities. If the new bill comes into place, a trustee’s role will be clearly outlined, and include: Knowing the terms of the trust...
by Munro Benge | Sep 6, 2018 | Trusts
#1 Extending perpetuity laws At the moment, when you set up a family trust, it has a time limit of 80 years. Then you have to wrap it up and distribute the assets. The new legislation suggests extending it to 125 years, which may involve significant succession...
by Munro Benge | Sep 6, 2018 | Trusts
Whether you’re thinking of becoming a trustee for your own family trust or someone else’s, it’s important to know your obligations under the current law before accepting the role. 8 things to know before becoming a trustee It’s a legal responsibility with a lot of...
