Trust Deed Guide
Official publication date - April 2008
Website publication date - August 2008
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This not intended to be a complete guide to the law. This leaflet reflects the rules in force from 1 April 2008. For protected trust deeds that started before 1 April 2008 see the AiB publication AiB 7 - Protected Trust Deeds.
This leaflet gives general guidance on trust deeds. It is aimed at people who might be thinking about signing a trust deed but it will also be helpful for people who are owed money by someone who has signed a trust deed.
Contents
What is a protected trust deed?
What are the consequences of signing a trust deed?
What happens when I sign a trust deed?
How does my trust deed become a protected trust deed?
Where does the money come from?
What happens if my circumstances change?
What happens if I don't co-operate with my trustee?
What should I do if I am unhappy with my trustee?