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Head Of Personal Finance At Moneybox
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The Investor Way
E231 - UK Div Interview (X - @UKDivInvestor)
In this episode Sam interviews Matt who who goes by his X handle UK Dividend Investor (X - @UKDivInvestor).Matt is 32 from North East Essex, (no association with TOWIE). Matt began investing in the latter part of 2022, initially using MoneyBox, having reached a point in his career where he had some spare cash. Whilst using MoneyBox they started offering the opportunity to invest in individual stocks, Matt opted to invest in Apple. After a few months Matt received a dividend from Apple, subsequently did a bit of research and found that dividend investing resonated...
2025-05-27
1h 03
Let's Buy a Home
Want £1,000 for free when buying a home? This is how.
I'm joined by Brian Byrnes, Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox. We chat through the Lifetime ISA, how you can benefit when buying your first home and how Moneybox are hoping to "future-proof" the product. Instagram - Dan Knott: https://www.instagram.com/dandoesmortgages_/ Mortgage Appointment: https://calendly.com/danknottmortgageadviser/mortgage-appointment-strategy-call LinkedIn - Dan Knott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-knott-1740b31b0/
2025-05-12
31 min
The Story
What is the Gen Z gold rush?
In this episode, Lucy and Holly ask why a new generation of investors is turning to one of the world’s oldest assets: gold. Joined by Brian Byrnes from Moneybox, together they unpack gold’s historical role in the economy, its incredible performance, and how it compares to trendier assets like Bitcoin and tech stocks. Is gold still relevant in a digital-first world? Why are younger investors increasingly drawn to it? And does it have any downsides? Plus, we hear from young financial coach Laura Ann Moore, on how it fits into our own long-term investment plan.Gu...
2025-04-26
29 min
Feel Better About Money
What is the Gen Z gold rush?
In this episode, Lucy and Holly ask why a new generation of investors is turning to one of the world’s oldest assets: Gold. Joined by Brian Byrnes from Moneybox together they unpack gold’s historical role in the economy, its incredible performance, and how it compares to trendier assets like Bitcoin and tech stocks. Is gold still relevant in a digital-first world? Why are younger investors increasingly drawn to it? And does it have any downsides? Plus, we hear from young financial coach Laura Ann Moore, on how it fits into own long-term investment plan.Gues...
2025-04-24
29 min
Mouthy Money
Saving the Lifetime ISA
Is the Lifetime ISA in trouble? Brian Byrnes, head of personal finance at Moneybox, explains the two big problems the LISA faces, but why we might be hopeful of some reform come Autumn Budget 2025…The context: the Parliamentary Treasury Select Committee is meeting again today to discuss the future of the Lifetime ISA or ‘LISA’ to decide what to do with the savings product. Ahead of that we were very pleased to have Brian on to talk to host Edmund Greaves about the LISA.Brian himself spoke to the committee in February about the cas...
2025-04-23
28 min
PoliticsJOE Podcast
Another Round: How The Hell Do You Buy A House in 2025?
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Moneybox. PolJOE host Ed Campbell sat down with Moneybox expert Brian Byrnes, to explore the challenges young people face in buying a house, from reliance on the "bank of mum and dad" to the difficulty of saving while stuck in the rental cycle. Govt. withdrawal charge may apply. ISA and tax rules apply. For S&S LISA, capital at risk. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
2025-03-25
24 min
The European VC
Fidelity’s Alokik Advani on thematic investing and strategic alignment to back FinTech innovators
In today’s episode of our CVC series, Andreas and our CVC in-house expert, Jeppe Høier, talk with Alokik Advani, Managing Partner at Fidelity’s Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arm, a strategic investment group focused on early-stage FinTech. Operating globally from London, Fidelity’s CVC targets opportunities in asset and wealth management, investing between $3–$10 million per deal and maintaining a disciplined approach to achieving both financial returns and strategic alignment.With over six years of experience leading Fidelity’s CVC strategy, Alokik has spearheaded investments in companies like Moneybox, Moonfare, and 73 Strings. He shares insights into the unique...
2025-01-30
49 min
The Money Gains Podcast
Want £1,000 Free from the Government? Start Here! - With Brian Byrnes from Moneybox
In this weeks episode we welcome Brian Byrnes, Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox to the show. Moneybox have over 1 million customers in the UK offering a range of financial products from ISAs to pensions and have the largest community of first time buyers using their award winning Lifetime ISA. ---------👉🏼 Get a FREE SHARE worth up £100 when you deposit £1 with Trading 212https://www.trading212.com/join/MGPIf you don't receive the free share - head to the menu and put the word 'MGP' into the promo code section...
2024-11-13
1h 08
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2024-03-27
03 min
The Money Gains Podcast
When To Save & When To Invest with Moneybox, Head of Personal Finance, Brian Byrnes
Today, we have a special treat for you—Brian Byrnes, the Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox, joins us on the show. With a wealth of experience in the industry, including roles at Wealthsimple UK and Coutts, Brian is a Chartered Wealth Manager who is passionate about financial education.He's here to share his insights and expertise to empower you to make more informed financial decisions. Whether you're looking to invest, save, or secure your future with a pension, this episode promises to provide you with actionable tips and strategies.Join Moneybox here >> https://upthegains.co...
2023-10-25
54 min
All Things Money Podcast
Tax Allowances You Need to Take Advantage Of
We are officially in the new 23/24 tax year. But what does that mean for you? Well, a new tax year means a new set of tax allowances to take advantage of this next tax year. To help me discuss the different tax allowances you should take advantage of, I am joined with Brian Byrnes, Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox! To download Moneybox today, click here! For more All Things Money, make sure you give us a follow on Instagram, Twitter and join our growing Facebook Community! ...
2023-04-24
22 min
Investor Intelligence
How To Protect Your Wealth During The Cost Of Living Crisis With Moneybox (Budget, ISAs, Pensions)
On the 12th episode of The Finimize Podcast, Eddie Donmez chats with Brian Byrnes, head of personal finance at Moneybox, a London-based savings and investing app.It’s the end of the UK’s tax year, so they discussed the big topics at hand: Byrnes’s top year-end tips, a breakdown of the latest UK budget, how to use the UK’s tax-protected Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) effectively, the best things to do for your retirement savings right now. Plus, they got to the heart of another matter: how to protect yourself during a cost-of-living crisis.
2023-03-30
28 min
The Financial Wellbeing Podcast
Episode 89 – Interview with Liz Zeidler
It’s been long overdue, but the guys finally have a chat with Liz Zeidler from The Centre for Thriving Places and explore the links between wellbeing and our finances. No Shizzle Sherlock has some no nonsense words from Producer Tommo and there is an update from a previous #tightasstommo money saving tip. Come and enjoy a great episode . . . Welcomes & Introductions Sporting news featuring golf and cricketMusic news from ChrisLink to the Initiative for Financial WellbeingLink to purchase The Financial Wellbeing Book What is todays podcast all about? An interview with Liz Zeidler fr...
2022-08-26
41 min
NextGen Planners
Advice on Demand with Brian Byrnes
In this episode, Dan chats with Brian Byrnes who is Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox. We chat about the cost of living crisis at the moment, how to make financial planning more accessible, and how Moneybox are introducing new ways to get people to think about their financial future. Join our community: https://bit.ly/3zwDVQA
2022-08-05
44 min
Payments Innovation
Lessons Learned From Launching a New App & Crowdfunding with Jay Swanston
There are very few investment apps that were truly created for those that have no experience with money management but want to learn. All too often the apps say they’re catered to those interested in learning about financial planning, but the price to become part of the investment community is just too high. So, what does investing with spare change in mind look like? Can it be successful? To find out, we spoke with Jay Swanston, Chief Platform Officer at Moneybox, an investment app dedicated to teaching people how to manage their money...
2022-07-12
30 min
Payments Innovation
Lessons Learned From Launching a New App & Crowdfunding with Jay Swanston
There are very few investment apps that were truly created for those that have no experience with money management but want to learn. All too often the apps say they’re catered to those interested in learning about financial planning, but the price to become part of the investment community is just too high. So, what does investing with spare change in mind look like? Can it be successful? To find out, we spoke with Jay Swanston, Chief Platform Officer at Moneybox, an investment app dedicated to teaching people how to manage their money and i...
2022-07-12
30 min
FinTech Futures
What the FinTech? | S.3 Episode 10 | Making money work harder
In this episode of the What the Fintech? podcast, we’re joined by Jay Swanston, chief platform officer at savings, investing and money management app, Moneybox. In our News in Numbers section, Swanston discusses both how money management apps are booming during the cost-of-living crisis, and, on the other side of the coin, how Canadian wealthtech Wealthsimple has shed 12% of its workforce as the market contracts. Lots of volatility in the space, but also plenty of opportunity as consumers look for ways to make what money they have work harder for them. For the main discussion, Swanston and FinTech Futures repo...
2022-07-11
42 min
The Wallet
What’s happening with inflation? | Money Hotline #18
💵 Inflation is on everyone’s lips – but what exactly is it?💵 Who makes the decisions when it comes to the economy?💵 Is there a way to ‘shockproof’ your finances?💸 If you’ve found yourself worried about the cost of living crisis, and don’t understand why inflation is happening right now and whether you can help alleviate the pain of rising costs – give this episode a listen!Submit your own money questions and we'll answer them on the show! Record a voice note on your phone and email it to podcast@vestpo...
2022-06-30
11 min
The Wallet
Financial planning explained, with Cathi Harrison
👉 Confused about the value a financial adviser can offer? 👉 Don’t understand the difference between a financial adviser and a financial planner?👉 Wondering whether you need one at all?💸In today’s episode, you’ll get all the answers, as I speak to Cathi Harrison, who has been in financial services since leaving university and holds both chartered and certified financial planner status.Submit your own money questions and we'll answer them on the show! Record a voice note on your phone and email it to podcast@vestpod.com...
2022-06-23
20 min
The Wallet
Using Your Voting Rights To Impact Company Decisions, with Merryn Somerset Webb
💸 Do you think companies should care more about climate change and reducing the gender pay gap? 💸 Did you know that every share you own gives you a vote in company decisions?💸 Have you heard of shareholder activism? Amazon shareholders rejected 15 motions on worker rights and environment.If you feel like you have no control over the way corporates run our economies – you’re not alone. Merryn Somerset-Webb, Editor-in-chief of Moneyweek and columnist for Financial Times, noticed how disengaged people were feeling about capitalism, and thus decided to dig deeper and look at ways i...
2022-06-16
27 min
The Wallet
How can I get approved for a mortgage? | Money Hotline #17
☎️In today’s episode, I speak to Felicity Holloway, Senior Manager of Mortgage Operations at Moneybox, about the best way to secure a mortgage.💸 If you’re dreaming of homeownership but have no idea where to begin – especially considering the current cost of living crisis – you aren’t alone. Today’s episode will outline all the ways in which you can boost your chances of buying that dream home.💥 Today on The Wallet: 1️⃣Understand how much you need to be saving for a house deposit, and how to do so in the current economic climat...
2022-06-09
20 min
The Wallet
Breaking Down Investing Barriers, with Maxime Carmignac
🌟 Maxime Carmignac is the Managing Director of Carmignac UK - an asset management firm with €41.7bn of assets under management. 💸 Today, we talk about asset management, the ways in which women investors need to empower each other, tackling gender inequalities, and more. 1/ Women are holding an increasing amount of money, yet they're still poorly addressed by the financial community, which is something Maxime is keen to change.2/ Carmignac is a company owned by both the Carmignac family and their employees, and Maxime explains what asset management is and what it’s like to ru...
2022-06-02
30 min
The Wallet
The Ups and Downs of Funding Your Business, with Bonnie Lister Parsons (LIVE Recording at Mortimer House)
🌟Bonnie Lister Parsons is the founder and CEO of The School of SOS. Her mission is to empower a generation of Queens to believe in themselves, using dance as a source of strength, power and confidence which they can carry through to every aspect of their lives.💸The exceptional energy and passion that Bonnie has for dance and empowering women is infectious. However, funding her 8-year strong business wasn’t always easy. After a long journey, Bonnie eventually raised an all-female investment round to take School of SOS to the next level. 💥 Today on The Wall...
2022-05-26
35 min
The Wallet
The Broken Dream of Homeownership, with Vicky Spratt
🌟Vicky Spratt is a writer, journalist, activist and campaigner whose work regularly shapes public policy. She is currently the i Paper's Housing Correspondent and is a writer and editor at Refinery29. Her campaign, Make Renting Fair, highlighted the plight of ‘Generation Rent’ and succeeded in getting letting fees for tenants in England banned. 💸 Today, we talk to Vicky about housing and social justice, the British dream of homeownership, and more. 1/ Vicky is passionate about getting as many people to read about important things as possible, so we trace her journey and what made her so dedic...
2022-05-19
32 min
The Wallet
How Can I Fall in Love with Finance? with Krystle McGilvery | Money Hotline #16
☎️ In today’s episode, I speak to Krystle about how we can all learn to fall in love with finance. 💸 Do you find yourself filling up with dread when you hear the word ‘finance’? You’re not alone! I speak to founder of Mind Over Money, Krystle McGilvery, on how to start embracing finance to improve your financial acumen, money confidence, and decision-making. 💥 Today on The Wallet: 1️⃣Understand why you shouldn’t worry about ‘knowing it all’ and the importance of having fun exploring your subconscious self. 2️⃣Find out how to discover your money stories...
2022-05-12
14 min
Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS
626. News: Stripe vs Plaid and Apple vs The EU
Our expert hosts, Benjamin Ensor and Kate Moody, are joined by some great guests to talk about the most notable fintech, financial services and banking news from the past week. This week's guests include: Nilixa Devlukia, Founder, Payments Solved Karen Kerrigan, COO, Moneybox With soundclips from: Gwera Kiwana, Product Manager, 11:FS Paul Stoddart, President, GoCardless We cover the following stories from the fintech and financial services space: Stripe launches open banking product sparking Twitter taunt from Plaid CEO - 3:35 Moneybox announces crowdfunding campaign - 14:35 EU claims Apple breaking competition law over contactless...
2022-05-09
1h 00
The Wallet
From Crypto to Web3: The Decentralisation of Financial Services, with Diana Biggs
🌟Diana Biggs is on a mission to explore the future of finance and technology. She worked for HSBC as their first Global Head of Innovation, and is currently a Board Member of the World Economic Forum’s Digital Leaders of Europe Community and an Associate Fellow of the Said Business School at University of Oxford.💸 Today, we tap into Diana’s expertise and passion for blockchain technology and the digitalisation of financial services.1/ Cryptocurrencies have a wider impact beyond potentially bringing returns – they are often seen as a game-changer for the financia...
2022-05-05
41 min
The Wallet
7 Investing myths debunked | Money Hotline #15
💸 Investing is key to building financial independence and reach long term goals. When you invest over a long period, you want your money to outpace inflation (the price of goods and services is increasing every year) and benefit from compound growth. While it’s essential to have ‘rainy day’ cash savings, playing it safe by stashing your money in low-interest-rate savings accounts is actually risky because that money will lose value over time.💥 Today on The Wallet: 1️⃣Investing can feel complex, laden with alienating jargon and sounds like something only others are good at – but I explain why t...
2022-04-28
13 min
The Wallet
How to make the most of what you’ve got, with Alex Stedman from The Frugality
🌟Alex Stedman started The Frugality in 2012, after spending 15 years working in the fashion media industry. With over a quarter of a million followers, she’s a mum-of-two offering accessible tips on smart spending and saving up for things you really love.🌳We talk about building a sustainable business you love, tips on managing your finances, the challenges of being a freelancer and a parent, and how to stand up for yourself and try not to please everyone. 1/ A lot of people think that being frugal is cheap. It's not. It's getting the most enjoyment...
2022-04-21
34 min
BlockDrops com Maurício Magaldi
EN :: Stablecoin news, the $BEAN hack, the Azuki airdrop scam, and much more
Drop 1: Stablecoin news Morgan Stanley on issuer regulation https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/12/morgan-stanley-says-us-could-regulate-stablecoin-issuers-like-banks/ GBP backed stablecoin in Isle of Man https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/40064/isle-of-man-licenses-gbp-pegged-stablecoin-firm Circle applies for US Bank Charter https://financefeeds.com/circle-applies-us-bank-charter-soon-bolster-stablecoin-venture/ BlackRock tries USDC https://www.blocknews.com.br/criptoativos/blackrock-maior-gestora-de-ativos-do-mundo-vai-testar-usdc-no-mercado-de-capitais/ Fintech Brain Food - Stablecoins https://sytaylor.substack.com/p/fintech-food-17-apr-2022-stablecoins Drop 2: Beans Hacked https://www.cryptonary.com/stablecoin-protocol-beanstalk-hit-by-80-million-exploit/ Drop 3: Azuki airdrop scam https://decrypt.co/97334/twitter-scammers-hijacking-verified-accounts-fake-azuki-nft-airdrop .. Mastercard metaverse trademarks https://cointelegraph.com/news/mastercard-files-15-metaverse-and-nft-related-trademarks/ BAYC movie trilogy https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/11/bored-apes-go-hollywood-with-coinbase-produced-movie-trilogy/ Rappi tries crypto https://www.coi...
2022-04-17
18 min
BlockDrops com Maurício Magaldi
Novidades em Stablecoins, o Hack da $BEAN, o Scam na Azuki, e muito mais
Drop 1: Stablecoin news Morgan Stanley on issuer regulation https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/12/morgan-stanley-says-us-could-regulate-stablecoin-issuers-like-banks/ GBP backed stablecoin in Isle of Man https://www.finextra.com/newsarticle/40064/isle-of-man-licenses-gbp-pegged-stablecoin-firm Circle applies for US Bank Charter https://financefeeds.com/circle-applies-us-bank-charter-soon-bolster-stablecoin-venture/ BlackRock tries USDC https://www.blocknews.com.br/criptoativos/blackrock-maior-gestora-de-ativos-do-mundo-vai-testar-usdc-no-mercado-de-capitais/ Fintech Brain Food - Stablecoins https://sytaylor.substack.com/p/fintech-food-17-apr-2022-stablecoins Drop 2: Beans Hacked https://www.cryptonary.com/stablecoin-protocol-beanstalk-hit-by-80-million-exploit/ Drop 3: Azuki airdrop scam https://decrypt.co/97334/twitter-scammers-hijacking-verified-accounts-fake-azuki-nft-airdrop .. Mastercard metaverse trademarks https://cointelegraph.com/news/mastercard-files-15-metaverse-and-nft-related-trademarks/ BAYC movie trilogy https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/04/11/bored-apes-go-hollywood-with-coinbase-produced-movie-trilogy/ Rappi tries crypto https://www.coi...
2022-04-17
18 min
The Wallet
What to do when you’re feeling stuck about money | Money Hotline #14
☎️ In today’s episode, I answer a question I received on Vestpod’s Instagram: What can you do when you’re feeling stuck about money?💸 While I would always advise you to find some form of professional help, here are some pointers you can try:1️⃣ Find a support system, whether just one other person or an entire group. A great place to start could be to talk to a financial professional. 2️⃣ Take control back by setting aside a specific time to know your numbers and check where is your money going. 3️⃣...
2022-04-14
12 min
The Wallet
How to start and raise funding for a truly disruptive business, with Farah Kabir
In 2017, Farah Kabir launched HANX, the sexual wellness brand with women in mind with her childhood friend Sarah. HANX sells a range of products, from their award-winning ultra-thin, vegan, biodegradable condoms to oestrogen-free hormonal contraception. Now stocked online and in Boots, Sainsbury's and other major UK retailers, they are genuinely disrupting the feminine care industry.⚡Farah is passionate about creating a platform that empowers women to take control of their sexual wellness and pleasure without shame or embarrassment. Before HANX, Farah spent six years working at Goldman Sachs. In this episode, we talk about leaving a se...
2022-04-07
32 min
Money Box
Heir Hunters
Long lost, wealthy relatives who’ve sadly died but for whom you “might” be the next of kin – too good to be true or the real thing? We explain how to spot the difference and how to tell the good heir hunters from the bad. A disabled mother of two is being denied Healthy Start vouchers for her young children because she is on the wrong benefit. The vouchers provide more than a thousand pounds over four years to help low-income mothers buy milk and food for their growing children. But disabled people on a benefit called Employme...
2022-01-29
29 min
The Crafty Show - Crafty Counsel's in-house legal podcast
Karen Kerrigan: Making The Jump From Law To Operations
“I think for us lawyers, sometimes giving away that title and that security and that training…and that identity that you've built all the way through…can be quite difficult.” Karen Kerrigan, Chief Operating Officer Moneybox. Karen Kerrigan has managed to do something many in-house lawyers want to do, which is to move to a business role. Karen is the COO at Moneybox, which is a savings and investment platform with more than 700,000 customers. Prior to Moneybox, Karen was the Chief Legal Officer and then COO at Seedrs, the well-known equity crowdfunding platform. She studie...
2022-01-13
32 min
Money Box
Pensions for teenagers?
Automatic pensions are suggested for 18-21-year olds, the best ways to invest your money in 2022, the tax implications of cash inducements - and the rise and fall of cheques. There is growing support to reduce the age at which auto-enrolment pensions start. Currently, the limit is 22 years old, leaving younger people missing several years of contributions. We look at what those extra years could mean in terms of financial support for later in life.2021 was a good year for investors with the FTSE 100. It recovered from a 14.3% fall in 2020 by rising…14.3%. It was the be...
2022-01-08
24 min
Money Box
Running an Online Business
What does it cost to run an online business? Small business owners share their experiences of setting up, marketing and developing their online brand with Adam Shaw and guests. If you've a story, a good tip or lesson learnt we'd love to hear from you. Tweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk now and please include a phone number if you'd like to join in.Presenter: Adam Shaw Producer: Diane Richardson Editor: Emma Rippon
2021-11-25
35 min
Money Box
Credit Reports
A good credit report will improve your chances of being offered a mortgage, credit card or loan, so what influences your score, how easy is it to correct any mistakes and what can you do to boost that important number? Share your questions, experience and tips with Felicity Hannah on Wednesday's Money Box Live, we can't make the programme without you. Tweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk now and please include a phone number if you'd like to join the conversation. Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producer: Diane Richardson Editor: Emma Rippon
2021-11-17
33 min
Money Box
The Cost of Inventing
How do you turn a brilliant idea into a usable and saleable product, what does it cost to protect your design and how do you get the funding to start production? On Wednesday’s programme Adam Shaw speaks to independent inventors who've developed solutions to personal problems and now sell them worldwide. If you’ve an experience or question you’d like to share we’d love to hear from you too. Tweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk nowPresenter: Adam Shaw Producer: Diane Richardson Editor: Emma Rippon
2021-11-11
35 min
Money Box
Support for families
Felicity Hannah talks to parents and community groups about the challenges facing many families and asks what financial and practical support is available. We'd love to hear your views and questions. Tweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk and remember to include a phone number if you'd like to take part.Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producer: Diane Richardson Editor: Emma Rippon
2021-11-03
33 min
Money Box
Autumn Budget 2021
What will Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Autumn Budget mean for your personal or household finances? Paul Lewis and guests would love to hear your views and questions on Wednesday's Money Box Live. Joining Paul are:Laura Suter, Head of Personal Finance, A J Bell Heather Self, Corporate Partner, Blick Rothenberg Mike Brewer, Chief Economist, The Resolution Foundation Anita Monteith, Tax Technical Lead and Senior Policy Adviser, ICAEWTweet @Moneybox or e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk and remember to include a phone number if you'd like to take part.Presenter: Paul Lewis Pr...
2021-10-27
27 min
Money Box
Sending money to family back home
Many workers send a share of their wages abroad to support loved ones financially, a responsibility they may or may not be able to shoulder.In this episode Joice Etutu explores the aspirations of those supporting family overseas plus the emotions, pressures and difficult questions that arise. What is the right amount of money to send, how do you choose between competing requests, what personal sacrifices do you make and where do you draw the line or say no?We’d love to hear your personal stories, views and experiences so please get in touch if...
2021-09-15
26 min
Money Box
Student Money
As students across the UK set off for university, we’re taking a look at the big student money dilemmas. E-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk with your experiences, ideas and questions now. From student loans to bank accounts, scholarships and finding a job. Felicity Hannah and guests will be ready with help and advice about paying your way through university. Joining Felicity are: Tom Allingham, Save The Student. Pamela Lockhart, Student Money Adviser, Dundee University. Rachel Springall, Moneyfacts Comparison Site. We’d love to hear from you too, e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk with your experiences and questions and plea...
2021-09-08
31 min
Money Box
Divorce and separation during the pandemic
There’s been a rise in the number of divorces according to the Office for National Statistics along with predictions that even more couples will split as a result of the coronavirus crisis. Many law firms are reporting huge spikes in the number of separations during the pandemic.Plans for new “no fault” divorce rules are due to come in in the next few months and will abolish the need to blame one of the parties when pursuing a divorce. But what happens to the finances during all of this? What if a couple...
2021-04-07
33 min
Money Box
Debt during the pandemic
A recent report by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) found that the coronavirus pandemic has driven more people into financial vulnerability. More adults in the UK have fallen into debt or have little capacity to ride out financial shocks, the FCA said. While furlough, other support grants and the Universal Credit uplift have helped many people avoid money problems, concerns are growing over the financial damage from multiple lockdowns, job losses, lower earnings and redundancies. How are people coping with debt during the pandemic and what support is available?Joining presenter Louise Cooper...
2021-03-24
34 min
Money Box
Shopping and Covid
There’s no doubt that the pandemic has changed the way we live. But what impact has a year of lockdowns and restrictions had on shopkeepers and shoppers? Has the last year broken the mould for retail? Many essential shops have been successful during the pandemic with some in suburban or rural areas doing more trade as many people work from home.As covid restrictions finally ease, will our shopping habits have changed permanently? Presenter Felicity Hannah is joined by:Kate Ancketill, founder and CEO, GDR Creative Catherine Erdly, founder of th...
2021-03-17
37 min
Money Box
The rise of trading apps
More people are trying their hand at trading and investing using online platforms. Much of the trend is driven by trading apps, with a rise in the number of people signing up since the coronavirus pandemic hit last year. Investors can buy shares in companies and investment funds and keep track of them on their phones. Many of the apps say their services are free to use and commission-free, so how do they make money? Why have trading apps grown so quickly and what are the risks and benefits of investing this way? ...
2021-03-10
27 min
Money Box
How might the Budget affect you?
Paul Lewis is joined by a panel of experts to discuss how the Budget might affect your finances. Panelists:Anita Monteith – Tax manager at Institute of Chartered Accounts in England and Wales Heather Self - partner, Blick Rothenberg Accountants Tina Riches – volunteer, Tax Aid Gareth Morgan - chief executive, FerretYou can also e-mail moneybox@bbc.co.uk or tweet @moneybox.
2021-03-03
38 min