Equitable Interest

Beneficial Interest
Beneficial interest refers to the right to benefit from assets held in a trust, distinguished from the legal ownership held by the trustee. It pertains to the income or principal of the trust fund, directly influencing the beneficiary.
Charge in Accounting
A charge is a legal interest in property or shares used to secure the payment of money owed, giving the chargee priority over unsecured creditors.
Trust
An arrangement enabling property to be held by one or more trustees for the benefit of beneficiaries, commonly used to provide for families and in commercial situations.

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