“Peace of mind isn’t for you.
It’s for them.”
Foundation Will in as little as 2 minutes
Free to create and update
No upfront cost
NZ Wills Act 2007 compliant
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STEP 1
Use our easy online tool to enter your details, choose beneficiaries, and appoint your executors.
The Foundation Will records your testamentary intent.
STEP 2
To include a list of your assets, name guardians for dependents or pets, outline funeral instructions and explain what to do with your digital assets.
STEP 3
You can return to Willzee whenever you like to make changes. Updates are free and unlimited.
STEP 4
When the time comes, Willzee administers your estate with our legal partner: probate, asset collection and distribution, at a fee disclosed upfront, capped, and pre-negotiated on your behalf. Your executor is supported at every step, never left alone.
WILLZEE FREE — ESTATE FEE
1.0%
From $5,800, or 1.0% of estate value, capped at $30,000 for the largest estates. Larger estates involve more complexity; the cap keeps costs fair and predictable.
WILLZEE SMART MANAGED — ESTATE FEE
0.5%
From $2,900, or 0.5% of estate value, capped at $15,000. Applies where your Smart Managed subscription is current and has been held for more than 12 continuous months at the date of death.
Whichever path you take, Willzee is built to cost less at both ends: nothing to pay while you write your Will, and a smaller fee on your estate when the time comes.
Every invoice itemises the Willzee service fee and the legal partner’s fee separately, with the legal work at a rate pre-negotiated on your behalf.
One fee, after you pass
Your estate pays once, after your death, for the work that’s actually done. No upfront cost, no ongoing charges, no surprises.
Freedom of choice
If another provider administers your estate, a one-time release fee applies instead of the estate administration fee: 65% of that fee, from $3,770 to $19,500, covering your Will, your lifetime of updates and secure storage, and the handover of your complete estate file. No lock-in.
Transparent fee adjustments
Fees are reviewed each 31 January against the Consumers Price Index (All Groups, NZ) and the cost of delivering our services. Changes are published with at least 30 days’ notice.
Free or Smart? Your choice.
WILLZEE SMART START — $245, once
The safer way to start: up to an hour of a Willzee expert’s time and a legal partner review with a clear estimate.
+ WILLZEE SMART MANAGED — $245/yr
An annual review, the preferred legal rate, and half-price estate administration for your family.*
After your Smart Start
*Requires a current Smart Managed subscription of 12+ continuous months. See Fees & Services.
VERIFICATION OF WISHES
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Reduces the risk of your Will being contested after death
Ensures your executor knows exactly where your Will is stored
Gives beneficiaries clarity — reducing conflict and surprises
Creates a timestamped digital audit trail of acknowledgment
Sharing is entirely your choice — you control who is included
Available to all customers, Free and Smart, at no additional cost
WILLS & WISHES — PHYSICAL SIGNING
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Foundation Will
Assets & Gifts Schedule
Care & Guardianship Schedule
Digital Legacy Schedule
Funeral Wishes Schedule
Verification of Wishes
Signing Sheet
Full NZ Wills Act 2007 Section 11 compliance
All your documents in one compiled, printable package
Physical storage location recorded in Willzee for your executor
Strongest protection against contestation or dispute
Can be recompiled any time you update your Will
Included for all customers — Free and Smart — at no additional cost
What happens if I die without making a Will?
If you die without a Will (known as dying intestate), the law decides who inherits your estate. This may not align with your wishes and can cause unnecessary stress for loved ones.
What makes a Will legally binding?
A Will becomes legally valid when it clearly sets out your intentions, is made by someone of sound mind, and is signed in front of two witnesses as the Wills Act 2007 requires. Willzee captures your wishes in a clear, structured format from the moment you start, giving you a strong record of testamentary intent even before formal signing. We recommend completing the physical signing step for the strongest legal standing.
What happens after I finish my Foundation Will?
After completing your Foundation Will, you’ll receive an email with secure links to your optional Schedules. These help you record extra details such as assets, care preferences, and digital accounts. You can complete them anytime — now, or later when you’re ready.
How can I make sure my Will is not contested?
Make reasonable provision for close family members and keep your Will up to date. Willzee supports this by documenting your intentions clearly and transparently.
Can’t I just use AI to write my Will?
You can, but AI tools don’t verify your identity, structure your Will for NZ law, or store your documents securely. Willzee provides the complete process — from recording your wishes to ensuring your Will is stored, shared, and ready to stand up in court if needed.
What is Willzee Smart Start and do I need it?
Willzee Smart Start is a one-off service for NZ$245. It gives you up to an hour of a Willzee expert’s time to review your situation and prepare your file, then a review of that file by Willzee’s legal partner, who provides you a clear estimate before any further legal work. Nothing more is charged without your approval; additional legal work is billed by the legal partner directly at $287.50 per hour. Smart Start is worth considering if you own significant property or assets, have overseas assets, are in a de facto, blended or second relationship, have an existing trust or want to create one, or want to exclude a family member. If your situation is straightforward and you’re confident completing your Will independently, Willzee Free is a complete option at no cost, and you can add Smart Start at any time.
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With Willzee Smart Start, you authorise us to provide your file to Willzee’s legal partner for review and advice. That authority is always yours to give.
