5 Reasons you need a Will

Thousands of New Zealanders die each year without leaving a will, causing stress and uncertainty for family left behind. Here are five reasons you need a will

It can be expensive if you don’t have one

If you die and have assets over $40,000, your family will need to apply to the court to be able to sort out your estate and obtain probate if you have a will.

You have a KiwiSaver account

The average KiwiSaver account is worth $37,000.

You own property

Property owners need a will to ensure their families don’t need to apply for Letters of Administration and the property goes to the people they want it to.

You have kids

You can appoint a guardian who will have a say about major decisions about your child’s life if you are not around and make them.

You are in a relationship

If you’re in a second relationship or have children from different relationships, then you definitely need a will to ensure you partner and children are looked after in a way that you would like