Traditional estate planning tools were designed for a world of centralized assets. Bitcoin's self-custody model requires a fundamentally different approach.
Why Traditional Tools Fail
- Paper documents can't secure digital assets
- Probate courts don't understand Bitcoin
- Lawyers lack technical expertise
- Centralized points of failure
- Privacy concerns
The Bitcoin Solution
Modern inheritance tools for Bitcoin include:
- Programmable death triggers
- Smart contract vaults
- Time-locked releases
- Multi-party consensus
- Automated distribution
Smart Vault Technology
Smart vaults offer several advantages:
- Automated execution
- Conditional releases
- Privacy preservation
- Cost efficiency
- Technical reliability
Building Your Bitcoin Estate Plan
Start with these fundamentals:
1. Technical infrastructure 2. Legal documentation 3. Family education 4. Regular testing 5. Emergency procedures
The future of estate planning is programmable, automated, and Bitcoin-native.