Intestacy Distribution in New Zealand - How Assets Are Divided
Learn how assets are distributed when someone dies without a will in New Zealand, including the legal hierarchy and proportions for different family situations.
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Probate & Estate Articles
Helpful guides and information about probate, wills, and estate administration in New Zealand.
What is Probate in NZ? A Complete Guide for 2025
Everything you need to know about the probate process in New Zealand, from application to completion.
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Complete Guide to Probate in Auckland 2025
Everything Auckland residents need to know about probate in 2025. Costs, timeline, process, and how to get probate for Auckland estates without expensive lawyers.
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Can You Withdraw Money From a Dead Person's Account in NZ?
Learn about the rules around accessing deceased persons' bank accounts in New Zealand, legal authority requirements, and what immediate access options are available.
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Distribution of Estate to Beneficiaries in NZ - Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide to distributing estate assets to beneficiaries in New Zealand, including timelines, legal requirements, and executor responsibilities.
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What Happens If Someone Dies Without a Will in NZ? Intestacy Explained
Understand what happens when someone dies without a will in New Zealand, including intestacy distribution rules, who can apply for Letters of Administration, and next of kin hierarchy.
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Probate Application Form NZ - Complete Guide to Filing
Step-by-step guide to completing and filing probate application forms in New Zealand, including required documents and High Court procedures.
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Probate NZ Cost - Understanding Fees and Expenses in 2025
Complete breakdown of probate costs in New Zealand including High Court fees, legal fees, and other expenses involved in estate administration.
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How Long Does Probate Take in NZ? Timeline and Factors
Learn about typical probate timelines in New Zealand, factors that affect processing times, and what to expect at each stage of the probate process.
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Do You Have to Wait 6 Months After Probate in NZ?
Understand the 6-month waiting period after probate in New Zealand, why executors wait, and what happens during this time before final distribution.
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When Is Probate Not Required in NZ? Exceptions and Alternatives
Learn when probate is not required in New Zealand, including small estates, joint assets, and other situations where formal probate can be avoided.
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Understanding the Validity of Wills in New Zealand
Learn about what makes a will valid in New Zealand, common issues that can invalidate a will, and how to ensure your will meets legal requirements.
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Next of Kin - Who Inherits When There's No Will in NZ
A comprehensive guide to understanding who inherits assets when someone dies without a will in New Zealand, including the legal hierarchy and distribution rules.
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