Now is the time to make a Will

It is easy to put off one of the most important documents that you will make in your lifetime – your Will.

Lucas and Lucas advise all our clients that a Will is one of the most important legal documents you can have, especially if you have assets such as a house, or KiwiSaver.

Your Will stipulates what you want to happen to your property and possessions after you’re gone.

You may already have a Will in place but when was the last time you reviewed it?

Does it still benefit the correct people in your life, or have your wishes or financial position simply changed over time? This may be the time to revisit your existing Will and think about any changes that may be required.

We suggest that Wills are reviewed every 5-10 years, and particularly following a birth, marriage, death or dissolution of marriage. If your Will no longer reflects your wishes we will help you to amend your Will or to create a new Will when the existing one is not up to date.

It doesn’t need to be a complicated document but there are certain things that you should think carefully about.

If you don't have a Will the law will determine how your estate is divided, and this could be very different to what you want to happen.

Having a Will ensures that the people and things that matter most to you are taken care of later on.

This is a good time to cross off something that may have been on your mind for some time, giving you a little peace of mind. For further information contact us or call (03) 477 8080