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Who Wants to Be an Executor?
You’ve been named as an executor in someone’s Will. Cue the lights, music, and suspense. . . . . . Who wants to be an executor . . .
What Happens If You Die Without a Will in New Zealand
When someone dies without a Will, the law — not their family — decides who inherits. The rules under New Zealand’s Administration Act 1969 may seem fair on paper, but they rarely match what people would have wanted. Here’s how the law divides an estate and why putting a Will in place ensures everything is handled as you intend.
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Inside a Will: What the Key Clauses Actually Do
Understand what’s really in a New Zealand Will. Learn what each clause means, why it’s there, and how the details protect your estate and family.
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Simple vs Complex Wills: Why the Details Matter
When most people think about writing a Will, they picture something straightforward — a few pages that say who gets what. And for some, that’s exactly what’s needed.
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The Best Gift This Christmas Might Not Come WrappedBlog Post
As Christmas creeps closer, most of us start thinking about gifts, food, and family time (maybe spent abroad).
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Property Ownership in New Zealand: Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common
Buying a property with another person — whether that’s a partner, a family member, or a friend or acquaintance so that you can get onto the property ladder, is a…
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Residential Care Subsidy and Trusts: What Really Counts in 2025
For many families, the Residential Care Subsidy (RCS) is one of those topics that only surfaces when it’s urgent — usually when a loved one is moving into aged residential…
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Income-Splitting Through Trusts: Why “Paper” Allocations Aren’t Just Paper
One of the most common tax strategies promoted in New Zealand trusts is income-splitting — where trust income is allocated across several beneficiaries (often adult children) to take advantage of…
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Advance Care Plans — Replacing the Old Idea of a “Living Will”
People sometimes use the term “living will,” but that’s not something recognised in New Zealand law.
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Why Your Pets Need a Place in Your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney in relation to Property
Why Your Pet Needs a Place in Your Will and Enduring Powers of Attorney? Pets are another member of the family, right? Sadly, in legal terms, they’re not treated that way.…