A trust can protect your assets by ensuring they are managed and passed to your children in a controlled way. It allows you to set rules on how and when your children receive their inheritance, helping safeguard against misuse. Trusts can also protect assets from risks such as divorce, creditors, or financial instability. In the UK, certain trusts can help mitigate Inheritance Tax by reducing the value of your estate on death. They can make use of available allowances and enable more efficient long-term tax planning. Overall, a trust provides protection, flexibility, and potential tax advantages for your family’s future.