Family Trusts in New Zealand
Jonathan Cron
Penguin Books - $40

Whether you already have a trust or are considering setting one up you should read this book. Buy a copy, The Bookman reckons it will be $40 well spent.

Many of us believe that simply having a trust secures our assets absolutely, both now and in the future.
Unfortunately many trusts are not worth the paper they’re written on. Family Trusts in New Zealand examines issues like: Does the trust deed cover your actual requirements? Are the correct supporting documents in place? Are you properly informed to ensure your trust is right for your circumstances?

The growth of trusts in New Zealand over the past two decades has been nothing short of phenomenal and with such unprecedented growth, speed wobbles are inevitable. But you can’t administer or question something you don’t understand. Family Trusts in New Zealand is designed to educate and inform, using techniques developed over years of experience so you can make informed decisions.

Family Trusts in New Zealand looks at different scenarios built around four stereotypical situations to show, in a practical way, just how simple it really is to get it right! None of this is rocket science but it is vital you have this information so your trust is right for you and your family.

By the end of this book you should have the knowledge to decide whether a trust is right for you and your family’s situation. Above all, Jonathan believes it is your responsibility to get it right and Family Trusts in New Zealand will assist you to ask the right questions to achieve that. And the great thing is it is written in a straightforward, readable and accessible style.

About the author:
Jonathan Cron has over 20 years’ experience in the trustee industry and is widely recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading trust experts and educators. Jonathan’s special area of interest is advising on appropriate trust structures including the type of trusts to be formed.