Trusts
Trusts are one of the most enduring tools for safeguarding assets, preserving legacies, and ensuring security for loved ones. While they began as mechanisms for the privileged, trusts have transformed into instruments of empowerment for everyday people.
This journey, spanning centuries, reveals how trusts evolved to serve not just kings and aristocrats, but anyone seeking to protect what matters most.
A Chronological History of Trusts
At DIYTrustBuilder.com, we believe trusts are for everyone—not just lawyers, kings, or the wealthy elite. We provide the tools, knowledge, and guidance to help you create lawful, effective trusts that protect your family, assets, and values.
12th Century – Origins
13th Century – Legal Recognition
16th Century – Defiance of Tyranny
During the Crusades, knights leaving for battle entrusted others to manage their lands and care for their families. This practice created the earliest form of trusts—property held and managed for someone else’s benefit.
English courts, through the Court of Chancery, formally recognized these “uses” as enforceable. This marked the foundation of modern trust law: trustees holding property for beneficiaries under principles of fairness.
King Henry VIII tried to limit trusts with the Statute of Uses in 1536, aiming to stop tax avoidance. Instead, trusts adapted and grew stronger, proving their resilience against government overreach.
17th–19th Centuries – Legacy & Growth
20th Century – Mainstream Access
21st Century – The Trust Revolution
Trusts became central tools for preserving wealth across generations. Families used them to protect estates, while charitable and land trusts served public good through schools, churches, and community causes.
Trusts expanded beyond the wealthy elite, offering protection and planning for ordinary families. Living Trusts, Dynasty Trusts, and Spendthrift Trusts made estate planning simpler and more accessible.
Today, technology has democratized trust creation. Platforms like DIYTrustBuilder.com make it affordable and practical for anyone to establish a lawful trust, reclaiming a centuries-old tool for modern needs.
Why Trusts Matter Today
Empowering Families with Special Needs Trusts
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They Are Accessible to Everyone.
You don’t need to be wealthy to benefit from a trust. Whether you’re protecting a home, funding your child’s education, or ensuring a pet’s care, trusts are powerful tools for any goal.
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They Provide Control and Flexibility.
Trusts give you the ability to decide how your assets are managed, used, and distributed, ensuring your wishes are honored.
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They Help Ordinary People Build Extraordinary Legacies.
Trusts aren’t just about wealth—they’re about preserving values, protecting loved ones, and creating a positive impact.
Real Stories. Real Power.
Take Back Control of Your Legacy
For centuries, trusts were hidden secrets of kings, financiers, and lawyers. Today, they’re in your hands. Whether for your family, pets, ministry, or business—a trust is the foundation of true financial sovereignty.
Start today with DIYTrustBuilder.com and create the peace of mind that only a trust can bring.
“A wise man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.” — Proverbs 13:22
Your legacy is not just what you leave—it’s what you empower others to carry forward.
