Why You Shouldn’t Always Use a Trust Structure

🏘 Many investors hear the same advice:

"Just buy it in a trust."

But is a trust structure always the best option?

In this episode of The Mortgage Chat, Tony breaks down when trust structures may not be the right solution, the costs involved, and the trade-offs investors often overlook.

We cover:

📊 What a trust structure actually does
 💰 Potential tax and asset protection benefits
 ⚠️ The disadvantages many investors don't consider
 🏘 How trusts can affect lending and borrowing capacity
 📈 When personal ownership may be the better option

Trusts can be powerful tools when used correctly — but they aren't a one-size-fits-all strategy.

If you're considering buying property, building wealth, or restructuring your portfolio, this episode explains the key factors you should understand before making a decision.

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00:00 – Intro: Are Trusts Always Better?
00:40 – What Is a Trust Structure?
01:35 – Why Investors Use Trusts
02:45 – Common Benefits Explained
04:00 – The Hidden Costs of Trusts
05:20 – Lending Challenges & Borrowing Capacity
06:40 – Tax Considerations Investors Miss
08:00 – When a Trust May Not Be Suitable
09:20 – Real Investor Examples
10:40 – Trust vs Personal Ownership
12:00 – Final Takeaways