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An Absolute Trust Deed is a fundamental legal instrument in England and Wales used when individuals wish to make an outright gift of assets while maintaining professional management through trustees. This type of trust deed is particularly useful for inheritance tax planning, as it creates an immediate disposition of assets, removing them from the settlor's estate. The document details the trust property, beneficiary entitlements, trustee powers, and administrative provisions, creating a binding arrangement that cannot be reversed once executed. It's commonly used in estate planning, family wealth management, and business succession planning.
