Last Updated on: 3rd March 2025, 02:07 pm
SharedAffairs has launched the UK’s first digital estate planning platform, making it easier than ever for individuals to manage their assets and wishes. The platform is offering a 30-day free trial of all premium features, allowing users to experience its full functionality at no cost.
Estate planning is often seen as a complex and daunting task, but SharedAffairs streamlines the process, enabling individuals to record their estate details conveniently from home or while on the move, updating their information as and when decisions are made.
With the UK on the brink of its largest-ever wealth transfer—an estimated £1 trillion over the next ten years—SharedAffairs addresses a significant problem: nearly £40 billion is lost annually in unclaimed inheritances due to inadequate planning, outdated wills, or families being unaware of assets. The platform’s intuitive system allows users to begin recording their estate in just five minutes, gradually building a comprehensive legacy profile.
“SharedAffairs was born from a personal experience,” says founder Kashif Barlas. “During an unexpected hospital stay, I realised that estate planning isn’t just about assets – it’s about ensuring your family never faces confusion and additional stress during moments of grief. It’s about providing peace of mind.”
Motivated by this experience, Kashif developed SharedAffairs, turning estate planning from a complex legal burden into a simple, digital-first solution.
Drawing from his cybersecurity expertise, Kashif partnered with Farhan Ghalib, a specialist in large-scale government software development. “We’ve designed SharedAffairs to be as user-friendly as your online banking app,” explains Farhan. “Users can start small, documenting a single bank account or uploading key documents, and gradually add more information as they see fit. There’s no pressure to do everything at once.”
Key Features of SharedAffairs:
- Asset Documentation: Easily list and organise your financial and personal belongings, from property and investments to sentimental keepsakes and digital assets.
- Secure Sharing: Control access to your information with ChronoLock™, an innovative time-release system that allows you to decide when family members, executors, or trusted individuals can view specific details.
- Will Creation: Use solicitor-approved tools to create a legally binding will, completing each section at a pace that suits you.
- Executor Guidance: Simplify the estate administration process by leaving clear instructions in an Executor Pack, ensuring your loved ones understand your wishes.
“What sets us apart is our understanding that estate planning shouldn’t be overwhelming,” says Farhan. “Users can log in for just five minutes, add a single item, and log out knowing they’ve made progress. They can return anytime to add more details, from cryptocurrency wallets to precious family photos, even record private video messages to be viewed by loved ones.”
Kashif highlights how estate planning is an ongoing responsibility rather than a one-off task. “Estate planning has traditionally been seen as a one-time task,” he notes. “SharedAffairs transforms it into an accessible, ongoing process that adapts to your changing life. With our 30-day free trial of premium features, there’s never been a better time to start protecting your legacy and ensuring your loved ones are provided for.”
