What is trust property — and how is it sold?
30 June 2026 · 4 min read
A trust is a separate legal arrangement in which trustees hold and administer assets — including property — for the benefit of the trust's beneficiaries. Property registered in the name of a trust can't be sold by a single trustee acting alone; the trust deed sets out how decisions, including a sale, must be authorised.
Why trust sales are marketed by attorneys
Confirming that a sale has been properly authorised — with the right trustees resolving to sell and sign — is exactly the kind of check an attorney is positioned to do. It protects both the trust and the buyer from a sale being challenged later for lack of authority.
For buyers
From a buyer's side, a trust sale works much like any other transfer once the trustees' authority is confirmed — the attorney will simply request the trust deed and the relevant resolution as part of the sale process.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice. Every sale is different — speak to the listing attorney or a qualified professional about your specific circumstances.
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