Uniform Trust Code (UTC): Federal legislation that provides a comprehensive model for trust laws, establishing standard rules for creating and administering trusts across states
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations that govern the tax implications and treatment of trust arrangements and property transfers
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts and agreements, including those involving real property, must be in writing to be enforceable
Federal Tax Lien Regulations: Rules governing how federal tax liens may affect trust property and the rights of beneficiaries
State Trust Codes: State-specific laws that regulate the creation, administration, and enforcement of trusts within each state's jurisdiction
State Property Laws: Local regulations governing property ownership, transfer, and rights within specific state jurisdictions
State Recording Requirements: State-specific rules for how trust documents must be recorded and filed with local authorities
State Execution Requirements: Legal requirements for proper execution of trust documents, including witnessing and notarization specifics by state
Real Property Laws: Laws governing real estate ownership, transfer, and rights, including requirements for deed recording and title transfer
Recording Statutes: Laws that govern the system of recording legal documents relating to real property ownership and encumbrances
Title Requirements: Legal requirements for establishing and transferring clear title to property held in trust
Local Property Regulations: Municipal and county-level rules affecting property use, transfer, and recording requirements
Legal Capacity Requirements: Rules governing who can legally create, manage, or benefit from a trust, including age and mental capacity requirements
Notarization Requirements: Specific rules for having trust documents properly notarized to ensure their validity
Witness Requirements: Rules specifying the number and qualifications of witnesses needed for valid trust execution
Homestead Laws: State-specific protections for primary residences that may affect how property can be held in trust
Bankruptcy Protection Provisions: Laws governing how trust assets are protected or affected in bankruptcy proceedings
Spendthrift Provisions: Legal provisions that protect trust assets from creditors of the beneficiaries
Rule Against Perpetuities: Common law rule limiting the duration of certain property interests, affecting how long a trust can exist
