Shopping with ActiveWills
Choosing between a single and joint will
The site offers two packages. A single will is for one person, while a joint will is set up for a couple and covers both sets of details in one process. If you are married or in a relationship and want matching arrangements, the joint option is the one to pick at the start, because the forms are configured for both people from the outset.
Preparing before you start
You can finish quickly if you have everything to hand. The process asks for names, dates of birth, addresses and relationship status, along with children's details and guardian choices for anyone under 18. Gather information about the gifts and charitable donations you want to leave, the people who will inherit your estate, and the executors you would trust to carry out your wishes. Listing your assets and any funeral plans in advance also saves time.
Saving progress and getting help
If your situation is more complicated, or you do not have every detail to hand, you can save your progress and return later. That flexibility matters for people who need to check information with family or pull together account details. If you get stuck partway through, the support team can be reached from your account page.
Signing and storing your will
The will is only valid if it is signed correctly and stored safely, so pay close attention to the instructions the service gives you at the end. Follow them carefully and keep the final document somewhere your executors can find it.