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Practical Guides for Each Section of Your New Zealand Will

Work through your Will step-by-step with clear, practical guidance written for Kiwi families. Each guide explains the legal concepts (in plain English) and what to enter on each page — from naming executors to appointing guardians — so you can complete your Will with confidence. Need quick answers instead? See the FAQs Hub.

Applicant

What we collect (name, NZ address, DOB, email/phone) and how to enter details correctly.

Declaration

Age, capacity, duress, helpers, and signing basics for a valid NZ Will.

Executors

Who executors are, what they do, how to choose wisely, and mistakes to avoid.

Guardians

Appointing guardians for children under 18, duties, and best-practice tips.

Beneficiaries

Who can inherit, shares vs. specific gifts, and handling special cases.

Estate

Your residuary estate, % allocations, and ensuring totals equal 100%.

Gifts

Specific items vs cash gifts, beneficiaries, and clear wording tips.

Review

Final checks before printing and signing your Will.

Documents

Printing, witnessing, storing securely, and updating your documents.

Looking for quick answers?

The FAQs Hub covers common questions at a glance. This Help Hub focuses on step-by-step, how-to guidance for each section of your Will.