"Create your will in 15 minutes!" sounds appealing until it isn't. DIY estate planning tools may be cheap and convenient, but in Arizona, a missing signature, an unfunded trust, or a form governed by the wrong state's law can unravel everything you meant to protect. Here's a candid look at what really goes wrong with DIY plans and why your family deserves something better.
AI can do a lot these days—but your estate plan isn’t something that should be built on guesswork or shortcuts.
It’s tempting to use a quick, DIY solution, especially if things feel “simple.” But estate planning is about more than documents. It’s about your people, your values, and making sure everything works the way you intend when it matters most.
The real question isn’t “Can I do this quickly?” It’s “Will this truly protect the people I love?”