Feel Better About Money

Many renters, it seems, are changing homes every year - we find out why. It's a rapidly changing rental market and the Renters Rights Bill could potentially be made law this year bringing more transformation. So Holly and Lucy are joined by Anna Ambrose, National Head of Lettings at Strutt & Parker estate agency to find out how to rent better, and why December is a key month to remember.

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Many people it seems prefer saving over investing their cash. But is that always the best way to grow your money? To dispel investing myths and to see whether investing can be made comprehensible to all, this week, Holly is joined by investment experts Tom Stevenson and Alexandra Jackson who answer questions gathered by Lucy from ordinary commuters. Did they ask what you would ask? Find out!

Guests:

• Tom Stevenson, Investment director for Personal Investing at Fidelity International. 
• Alexandra Jackson, Fund manager at Rathbones Asset Management.

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For many, paying off a mortgage is one of their biggest financial goals. So, this week Holly and Lucy are joined by mortgage expert, Sarah Tucker from The Mortgage Mum and Leigh Macfarlane, a content creator documenting her journey to becoming mortgage free. They share practical tips and strategies to make your dream of financial freedom a reality.

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January is the peak time for many Brits to either book or start planning their next getaway. To help you get the best deals and savings, Holly and Lucy get expert advice from Claire Irvin, Head of Travel at The Times and The Sunday Times. She shares her top travel hacks to save you some cash on your next trip.

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January is the time of year when couples are most likely to split up. So, what's the best way to navigate through a divorce? And how can you deal with your finances when splitting up? Sara Davison and Matthew Taylor offer expert advice.

Guests:

• Sara Davison, Divorce coach.
• Matthew Taylor, financial specialist, Stowe Family Law.

Listen: Take charge of your finances in 2025

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New year, new you and new money resolutions. Holly and Lucy are joined by personal financial advisor, Myron Jobson, to navigate all the key dates in 2025 to stay on top of your finances.

Guest: Myron Jobson, Senior Personal Finance Analyst, Interactive Investor.

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Holly and Lucy are here to guide you through one of the most daunting tasks of the season, filing your tax return.

Last Boxing Day over 12,000 people tackled their tax returns ahead of the January 31st deadline. If you’re among the brave souls diving into paperwork right now, don’t worry you’re not alone!

Holly and Lucy are joined by tax expert Elsa Littlewood to share practical tips, insights, and a dose of humour to help you face tax season fearlessly and confidently. 

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Holly and Lucy are joined by financial advisor Gianpaolo Mantini to discuss navigating tricky financial conversations during Christmas, tackling topics like debt, inheritance, and salaries.

Guest: Gianpaolo Mantini, Chartered Financial Planner, Partner at Saltus.

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Hundreds of thousands of Britons now have a side hustle. So, this week, Holly is joined by tax expert Nimesh Shah who deep dives into the world of side hustles and shares tips and tricks to stay tax savvy as you boost your earnings with an additional income stream.

Guest: Nimesh Shah, CEO at Blick Rothenberg 

Host: Holly Mead, Deputy Money Editor, The Times and The Sunday Times.

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With the cost of gas and electricity going up, what is the best way to save on your energy bills? The Times' consumer champion, Kat Denham joins Holly and Lucy to help make sense of your energy essentials.

Guest: Katherine Denham, consumer champion, The Times and The Sunday Times. And if you have a money problem that you would like Katherine Denham to investigate email [email protected]

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