The Pension Confident Podcast

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   Since the start of 2022, the Bank of England has raised the base interest rate 13 times. So it’s no surprise that savers are reconsidering where to put their money. Cash savings are easily accessible but may lose value due to inflation. Meanwhile, pensions offer potential long-term growth but lock away funds until retirement. This month on The Pension Confident Podcast we’re talking about the pros and cons of pensions and cash - how can you make the most of both? Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss building an emergency fund, making the most of your cash savings and saving for retirement. Founder and CEO of Boring Money, Holly Mackay; and PensionBee’s VP Product, Martin Parzonka.   Episode Breakdown: 01:36 How does inflation eat away at our money? 02:52 Shopping around for the best rate 07:44 Building an emergency fund 10:51 State benefits that are impacted by savings 11:57 What are the rules on cash savings? 16:39 Small steps to save for your future 18:26 Are pensions ‘hot’? 22:36 The case for personal pension saving   Further reading: To learn more about where you could put your savings, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee: Episode 29 transcript 5 lessons my cashflow catastrophe taught me 5 ways to protect your pension income against inflation How to diversify your pension investments Pension pot or cash savings - which is best? Should I pay my bonus into my pension? What income would a £100,000 pension pot give you? Will taking my pension affect my benefits? Your guide to Lifetime ISAs (LISAs) and pensions   Other useful resources: Emergency savings – how much is enough? (MoneyHelper) How does inflation affect pensions? (PensionBee) Should I have a savings account or pension? (MoneySuperMarket) What to do when interest rates rise (PensionBee) With cash earning 5%, why risk money on the stock market? (Schroders) Women’s lack of confidence widens gender investment gap (Financial Times)   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Boring Money (@boringmoney) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   For many young people, the only way to afford university or to get a foot on the property ladder is with financial support from family members. According to a report by The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), almost a third of young people receive at least one transfer during their 20s and early 30s - most commonly from a parent.   This month on The Pension Confident Podcast we’re discussing the hot topic of ‘the Bank of Mum and Dad’. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss how to talk about money with family, setting healthy boundaries, and strategies for safeguarding your financial future. CEO of The Family Building Society; Mark Bogard; Personal Finance Expert and Founder of Mr MoneyJar; Timi Merriman-Johnson; and PensionBee’s Director (VP) Public Affairs; Becky O’Connor.   Episode Breakdown: 01:46 The Bank of Mum and Dad in practice. 05:10 Planning for predictable financial support. 08:13 Helping financially while your child’s studying. 10:43 Funding your child’s big adult milestones. 14:14 Implications of dipping into your savings. 17:31 Ongoing bankrolling and protecting your financial security. 20:35 Treating children equally or equitably? 22:55 Making sure you’re on the same page. 24:51 A living versus willed inheritance.   Further reading: To learn more about financial relationships with family, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee: Episode 28 transcript 5 tips for parents paying for university 7 of the best ways of giving money to grandchildren E8: How to teach kids about money - with Laura Miller, Will Carmichael and Emma Maslin How the Bank of Mum and Dad can boost an adult child’s pension by over £300,000 How to teach kids about money Inheritance Tax guide Pension decumulation aka planning how to spend my pension savings Should I teach my children about money? Writing a will Your guide to Lifetime ISAs (LISAs) and pensions   Other useful resources: Boomerang Children: Meaning, Impact, Around the World (Investopedia) How important is the Bank of Mum and Dad? (The Institute for Fiscal Studies) How Inheritance Tax works (Gov.uk) How to run the Bank of Mum and Dad…The Definitive Guide (Family Building Society) Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgages (Family Building Society) More adults living with their parents (Office for National Statistics) Retirement Living Standards (Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association) The bank of Grandma and Grandad (SAGA) The Carer’s Pension Gap (PensionBee) Who gives wealth transfers to whom and when? Patterns in the giving and receiving of lifetime gifts and loans (The Institute for Fiscal Studies)   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow the Family Building Society (@FamilyBSoc) on X, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Timi (@mrmoneyjar) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   We all know friendship is priceless, but navigating social circles where some people are a lot better off than others may be a minefield. According to Intuit, Gen Z would rather discuss sex, politics and infertility struggles than their salaries, debt, and bad investments.   So how can you maintain strong friendships while  navigating different bank balances and spending habits? This month on The Pension Confident Podcast we’re looking at the costs associated with friendship. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss how to talk about money with friends, overcoming envy and more. This month we hear from: Psychologist and Associate Fellow of The British Psychological Society, Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo; Co-Founder of Millennial Money UK, Niaz Azad; and Head of Brand and Communications at PensionBee, Brooke Day.   Episode Breakdown:  01:29 How to discuss money fairly 06:10 Navigating a financial divide 11:20 How friendship expenses can snowball 16:28 Overcoming envy 18:58 As you and your friends get older 22:31 When life throws you curveballs 25:38 Lending money to friends 27:57 Knowing when to let go.   Further reading: To learn more about the cost of friendship, check out these articles from PensionBee: Episode 27 transcript The cost of friendship Bonus episode: Relationships and money How to talk about money Six ways to manage your money and your mental health Six ways to start talking about money What is the impact of debt on mental health?   Other useful resources: How to keep money from tearing your friendships apart (Vox) Is the wealth gap ruining friendships? (Guardian) The transfer of wealth from boomers to ‘zennials’ will reshape the global economy (Financial Times) A third of people are owed money by friends and family (Starling) Nearly 50% of millennials overspend to keep up with friends (Credit Karma) Why the “f*ck it” mentality is harming friendships (Refinery29) Splitwise     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Millennial Money UK (@MillMoneyUK) on X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo (@CirilloDr) on X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    Part three of our personal finance tips is here! In this bonus episode,our expert guests discuss budgeting, what to know before you get started with investing, plus they share a property mistake you may have made too. Get started on your financial spring cleaning and hear helpful tips from: Personal Finance Expert and Founder of Mrs MummyPenny; Lynn Beattie; Financial Journalist and Senior Digital Editor at MoneyWeek; Kalpana Fitzpatrick; Founder and CEO of Propelle; Ayesha Ofori, Independent Non-Executive Director for PensionBee; Lara Oyesanya FRSA; CMO at PensionBee; Jasper Martens; and CMO at  LifeSearch; Justin Harper.   Episode Breakdown:  00:45 Monthly subscriptions 01:20 Saving little and often 02:13 Saving for your kids 02:49 Getting started with investing 03:50 Investing in property 04:56 The benefits of life insurance.   Read the transcript.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com. You might be surprised to learn that living to 100 years of age is no longer a rare feat. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that almost one-in-seven boys and one-in-five girls born today are expected to reach this milestone in the UK. The trend is clear: with advancements in technology and healthcare, a centenarian life is becoming the norm. But what does this mean for our everyday lives, especially in terms of work, planning, and even our mindset? This month on The Pension Confident Podcast we’re discussing the increasing likelihood of the 100-year life. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss both the emotional and financial realities of longer living. This month we hear from: Economist and best-selling Co-Author of ‘The 100-Year Life’, Andrew J. Scott; Editorial Director at Noon, Jennifer Howze; and Director (VP) Public Affairs at PensionBee, Becky O’Connor.   Episode Breakdown:  02:20 Rising life expectancy 04:31 Adapting to a multi-stage life 06:03 The emerging adulthood trend 07:59 Saving for retirement 10:01 Portfolio careers in midlife 13:46 Multi-generational households 15:03 How long will people be working for? 18:05 Budgeting your time and money 19:10 State Pension versus Retirement Living Standards 23:29 Investing in your human capital   Further reading: To learn more about the 100-year life, check out these articles from PensionBee: Episode 26 transcript Are you ready for your 100-year life? Can you live off of the State Pension? How much money is enough to save in your pension for your future retirement? How you could build a million pound pension Is it too late to start a pension? 6 reasons why you should delay taking your pension   Other useful resources: British workers increasingly likely to work into their 70s, research suggests (The Guardian) One in six over-55s have no pension savings yet (Unbiased) Queenagers: research portrait of midlife women (Noon) The 100-Year Life – Living and Working in an Age of Longevity     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Andrew J. Scott (@ProfAndrewScott) on X and LinkedIn.  Follow Jennifer Howze (@jhowze) on X and LinkedIn.

Enjoying our award-winning podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. podcast@pensionbee.com    On this special bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we look at different relationships and the impact they can have on your finances. Whether you live with a friend, are married or going through a separation, these tips are for you. From property and prenups to credit scores, find out what they all mean for your current relationship status. In this episode, we hear from: This Girl Talks Money Founder, Ellie Austin-Williams; Director (VP) Public Relations at PensionBee, Becky O’Connor; Barrister, Mediator and Family Arbitrator, and a Spokesperson for free legal assistance charity, Advocate, Paul Infield; Personal Finance Expert and Founder of Mrs MummyPenny, Lynn Beattie; Founder of financial literacy platform All Things Money, Ola Majekodunmi; CMO at PensionBee, Jasper Martens; Financial Times Consumer Editor, Claer Barrett; and Head of Communications at the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), Emma Barrow.   Episode Breakdown: 00:58 Moving in with someone who owns a property 03:05 Pensions and divorce 05:29 Prenups and postnups 07:05 Why it’s important to talk about money 07:58 Pension beneficiaries 09:03 Credit scores and relationships. Read the episode transcript.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   January is a time when many of us will naturally be thinking about various hopes and intentions for the year ahead. But what if your ambition is to launch your own business?  Starting a side hustle during a cost-of-living crisis isn’t for the faint of heart. After all, in the UK one in five new businesses fold in their first year, and over half of start-ups don’t make it past five years. But that doesn't mean it's impossible. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and three fearless entrepreneurs as they discuss real-world tactics for bootstrapping your dream business. This month we hear from: Founder and CEO of Vestpod, Emilie Bellet; Founder and CEO of Sprive, Jinesh Vohra; and CCO at PensionBee, but also Founder of childrenswear business Little Circle, Lisa Picardo.   Episode Breakdown:  01:50 The idea and first steps 09:08 Networking with the competition 11:48 Business planning 15:26 The pros and cons of co-founders 18:04 Managing your money effectively 22:04 Sole trader versus limited company 24:54 Common mistakes and expert advice   Further reading: To learn more about starting your own company, check out these articles from PensionBee: Episode 24 transcript The pros and cons of self-employment What you should know about being your own boss Are the self-employed saving enough for retirement? How to manage your money when you’re self-employed Pension contributions from your limited company Six ways to reduce your tax bill as a limited company Sole trader vs limited company: how do the tax savings stack up?   Other useful resources:  Set up a business (GOV.UK) Online graphic design tool for businesses (Canva) Find the best accountant for your small business (Unbiased) Startup School for Seniors The Business Model Canvas (Strategyzer)     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Sprive (@SpriveApp) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.  Follow Vestpod (@Vestpod) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying our award-winning podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.  Happy New Year from all of us at The Pension Confident Podcast, we hope you had a great break! We’re back for our third series where we’ll be discussing even more personal finance questions plus, we’ll be sharing lots of bonus content throughout the year too. The next episode will be live at the end of January and it’s all about starting your own business. Later on in the year we’ll be looking at the monetary cost of friendship and how you can financially prepare to live to 100. Don’t forget to subscribe to your favourite podcast app so you never miss an episode. Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Threads and LinkedIn.

We’re thrilled to announce that the series has won two Lovie Awards! We were recognised in both the ‘Best Series’ and ‘Best Branded Podcast or Segment’ categories. A big thank you to everyone who voted for us! If you didn’t get the chance to vote, why not tell us what you think by giving us a review and a rating? As always, you can send your suggestions and feedback to: podcast@pensionbee.com.    With Christmas around the corner it can be easy to go overboard. Before you know it, you may have spent a little too much and live to regret it come January. We’ve all been there, and we all make other financial mistakes. Sometimes they’re small, like lending a friend a tenner, knowing you’re unlikely to see it again. However, sometimes they can have a much bigger impact. It could be that you’ve bought a property that doesn’t fit the bill, or perhaps you’ve let your debts spiral out of control?  Even the money experts make mistakes and to talk us through theirs, and what we can all learn from our financial failures are:  Personal Finance Expert and Founder of Mrs MummyPenny; Lynn Beattie, Founder of financial literacy platform, All Things Money; Ola Majekodunmi, and CMO at PensionBee; Jasper Martens.    Episode Breakdown:  01:41 Team PensionBee’s financial mistakes  02:46 Shopping mistakes 08:44 Black Friday and other ‘sales’ 11:45 Not paying attention to your finances 12:22 Recurring payments and monthly subscriptions 15:18 Switching bank accounts 18:18 Pension apathy 24:24 Property mistakes 26:52 The effect of relationships on financial decisions.   Further reading: To help you avoid making some of the financial mistakes we talk about in this episode, check out these articles from PensionBee: Episode 23 transcript Common money mistakes and how to avoid them How to check your pension contributions How to save for retirement when ‘future you’ feels like a stranger Rethinking your pension savings during the cost of living crisis Avoid these pension mistakes in your 40s Six ways to start talking about money Five steps to plotting your personal finance roadmap   Other useful resources:  Camelcamelcamel price tracker Idealo price comparison website Current account switch guarantee Switching mobile phone provider (Ofcom)     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Ola (@allthingsmoney_) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Lynn (@mrsmummypennyuk) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

We’re thrilled to announce that the series has won two Lovie Awards! We were recognised in both the ‘Best Series’ and ‘Best Branded Podcast or Segment’ categories. A big thank you to everyone who voted for us!  If you didn’t get the chance to vote, why not tell us what you think by giving us a review and a rating? As always, you can send your suggestions and feedback to: podcast@pensionbee.com    Renting has been a hot topic of debate throughout the cost of living crisis - and with good reason. The cost of privately renting a home has risen every month since November 2021, with the average price now 12% higher than this time last year. In this episode we take a look at the reasons behind this, what your rights are as a tenant or a landlord, and what needs to change to improve the housing market for everybody. Helping us to do so with their expertise are:  Policy Officer for Shelter; Jenny Lamb; Deputy Editor for Property at The Times ; David Byers, and Director (VP) Public Affairs for PensionBee; Becky O’Connor.   Episode Breakdown*:  02:49 Recent national rental increases 03:35 How much are we spending on rent? 04:18 Housing supply and demand 06:05 Evictions and homelessness* 10:01 The impact on our other finances 11:18 The impact on older renters 13:24 Property as an alternative to a pension 15:54 Your rights as a tenant or landlord 18:36 Where to go if you’re struggling to pay 21:42 The Renters (Reform) Bill 24:50 Affordable housing. * We talk about Section 21 notices in this episode, but wanted to give you a clear explanation of what they are. A Section 21 notice can be used if a landlord wants their tenant to leave a property that they own. A landlord can only serve you this notice if your fixed-term tenancy has come to an end or if you’re in a periodic tenancy, but they don’t need a reason to make you leave. A landlord must give you at least two months’ notice to vacate the property. At the end of that period, if you haven’t left the property, the landlord can start the formal court process to formally evict you. This usually takes a number of weeks and could result in a court order that forces you to leave the property. You can see all the rules around Section 21 notices on gov.uk. If you’ve been served a Section 21 notice, you can see what your rights are on the Citizens Advice website.   Further reading: For more information on the key issues surrounding the home rental market, check out these resources. Episode 22 transcript Why has renting got so expensive?  Renters (Reform) bill (UK Parliament) Emergency grants, loans and money help (Shelter) Discretionary Housing Payments (Gov.uk) Council Tax Reduction (Gov.uk) Benefits calculator (Turn2us) Grants search (Turn2us) Housing issues (Citizens Advice) First-tier tribunal (Gov.uk).   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow @sheltercharity on X (@Shelter), Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Jenny on LinkedIn. Follow David on X and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast?! Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    Did you know that as well as a gender pay gap and a gender pension gap, there’s also a gender investment gap? According to investment website; Boring Money, in the UK there’s nearly £600 billion more in men’s investment accounts than women’s! Only a third of UK women say they feel confident dealing with their finances. But, is a lack of confidence the reason why only 48% of women invest in the stock market compared to 66% of men, or are other factors at play? To help us explore why women are less likely to invest are this month’s expert guests:  Founder and CEO of Propelle; Ayesha Ofori, Co-Founder of Female Invest; Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen, and Independent Non-Executive Director for PensionBee; Lara Oyesanya FRSA.   Episode Breakdown:  02:00 Why’s it important for women to invest? 03:15 Brief history of financial gender inequality 04:51 Saving vs investing 06:58 Why women are less likely to invest than men  08:46 Are women less likely to take risks?   14:24 Financial education for women  17:26 Pensions are investments  19:34 Who can invest? 22:03 Our guests first investments 26:07 Long-term thinking.    * We mention Boring Money’s research shows a £600 billion gender investment gap worldwide - this figure actually only covers the UK!  The figures mentioned for the potential returns of savings vs investments were calculated using Santander’s savings and investments calculator. The results were based on taking medium risk and the ‘realistic’ expectation of growth. However, returns can be higher or lower. These are just examples and aren’t guaranteed.    Further reading: For more information on the key issues affecting women and their finances, check out these resources from PensionBee. Episode 21 transcript Why aren’t women investing?  Why closing the gender investing gap matters for impact investing Can financial education platforms help close the gender financial literacy gap? How important is financial independence? How can we improve financial health amongst women? Building your financial resilience Episode 3: How do we tackle the gender pension gap?   Other useful resources: Propelle Female Invest The history of women and money (GoHenry) Equal Pay Act 1970 (Gov.uk) Girls get less pocket money than boys (Netmums) Girls just wanna have funds (Female Invest book) Savings and investments calculator (Santander)     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Ayesha on Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow Anna (@hartvigsen_anna) on X, Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow Lara on LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com Listen to part four of our personal finance tips and hear from our expert guests as they discuss switching current accounts, sharing parental leave and why you should be talking about money with your loved ones. Listen to parts one, two and three.  In this bonus episode, you’ll hear helpful tips from: PensionBee's CMO; Jasper Martens; Founder of financial literacy platform, All Things Money; Ola Majekodunmi; Personal Finance Expert and Founder of Mrs MummyPenny; Lynn Beattie; Founder and CEO of Propelle; Ayesha Ofori; Independent Non-Executive Director for PensionBee; Lara Oyesanya FRSA; PensionBee’s CTO; Jonathan Lister Parsons; and Founder and CEO of Vestpod; Emilie Bellet.   Episode Breakdown:  00:25 The benefits of switching current accounts 02:03 Saving vs. investing your money 04:24 Investment accounts and fees 05:58 Parental leave and pensions 07:31 Separating personal and business finances 09:14 Talking about money with loved ones.   Read the transcript.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a review or rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   It’s Mental Health Awareness Week so in this bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we’re revisiting a really important topic - how to manage your money and your mental health. Tune in to hear the best bits from episode nine and hear from Philippa Lamb and our expert panel as they discuss how to talk about money, mental health and more. We hear from: Chief Communications Officer at the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS); Lila Pleban, Founder and Managing Director of Psychreg; Dennis Relojo-Howell, and PensionBee’s COO and Mental Health First Aider; Tess Nicholson.    Episode Breakdown:  01:10 Personal experiences from the guests 04:12 Financial support from the FSCS 05:20 Early warnings signs of money and mental health struggles 06:45 How are money and mental health linked? 07:44 Money worries in retirement 09:26 How to manage money worries 10:25 Where to turn for financial support 11:39 Tips for keeping on top of your finances 12:32 Tips for managing your mental health 13:20 How to talk about money worries.   *If you’re struggling right now and need to talk to someone, call SAMARITANS on 116 123 - they are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can also text the word ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 and speak to a volunteer, anonymously.  If you’re concerned for the immediate safety of yourself or someone else, then always call 999. For non-emergencies, call 111, or speak to your GP who can refer you to your local NHS Mental Health Trust. Further reading: To learn more about money and mental health, check out these articles and podcasts from PensionBee: Six ways to manage your money and your mental health What is the impact of debt on mental health? Introducing our Mental Health First Aiders Recovering mental health and recovering finances Mental health in retirement E9: How to reduce the risk of money worries affecting your mental health (transcript) E9: How to reduce the risk of money worries affecting your mental health (episode) How PensionBee is supporting our vulnerable customers   Other useful resources: The Money and Pensions Service (MAPS) Citizens Advice Service Money Saving Expert National Debtline Money and Mental Health Policy Institute Shelter Mind Turn2us Mental health articles (Royal College of Psychiatrists) Royal College of Psychiatrists   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (@FSCS) on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow Dennis Relojo-Howell (@Psychreg) on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.   In this bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we dive into the world of Socially Responsible Investing (SRI). We explore how your retirement savings can be a powerful tool for good. Plus, we’ll tackle the big question: can you make money and make a difference to people and the planet?    From impact investing to ESG ratings, find out how socially responsible investments are defined and how you can get involved. In this episode, we hear from: Chief Engagement Officer at PensionBee, Clare Reilly; Co-Founder of Islamic Finance Guru, Ibrahim Khan; VP Product at PensionBee, Martin Parzonka; and Campaign Director for Make My Money Matter, David Hayman.   Episode Breakdown:  01:36 ESG ratings 03:02 Impact investing 04:18 Shariah-compliant investing 06:26 Profits and principles 08:50 Where’s your pension invested? 12:11 How to invest for change. Read the episode transcript.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Tell us what you think below and give us a rating. As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com.     While many organisations may talk about equality, research tells us that women are far less likely to secure a pay rise than men - even when they ask for one! Nearly one in every three men who ask for more pay get it, but only one in every five women are successful. This month on The Pension Confident Podcast, inspired by International Women’s Day, we’re discussing how to earn more money. Join our host, Philippa Lamb, and our expert panel as they discuss how to bridge the gap between your potential and your pay cheque. This month we hear from: Social Entrepreneur and Broadcaster, Natalie Campbell MBE; CEO and Co-Founder of The Know, Lynn Anderson Clark; and Senior Customer Experience Researcher at PensionBee, Priyal Kanabar.     Episode Breakdown:  01:52 Pay gaps in the workplace 04:27 Early stage careers 07:52 The mentorship relationship 11:10 Job application behaviour 13:17 Job interview tips 16:12 Negotiating for higher pay 18:55 Benchmarking your salary 24:10 Later life careers     Further reading: To learn more about navigating pay negotiations and improving your financial prospects, check out these articles from PensionBee: Episode 25 transcript How can we improve financial health amongst women? Can financial education platforms help close the gender financial literacy gap? How women can boost their pension savings Six ways to start talking about money How to check your State Pension forecast 10 money making ideas for stay-at-home mums How to catch up on pension payments   Other useful resources: Find and compare gender pay gap data (GOV.UK) Explore salaries at the world’s most innovative companies (Otta) The Carer’s Pension Gap (PensionBee) Queenagers: research portrait of midlife women (Noon)     Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow PensionBee (@PensionBee) on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow Natalie Campbell (@NatDCampbell) on X, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.  Follow The Know (@theknowmedia) on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

We’re thrilled to announce that the series has won two Lovie Awards! We were recognised in both the ‘Best Series’ and ‘Best Branded Podcast or Segment’ categories. A big thank you to everyone who voted for us!  If you didn’t get the chance to vote, why not tell us what you think by giving us a review and a rating? As always, you can send your suggestions and feedback to: podcast@pensionbee.com    On this special bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we’ve rounded up some of the best pension tips our guests have shared so far. From choosing the best time to withdraw from your pension to making the most of tax relief, hear important pension topics discussed by experts including:  PensionBee’s CEO; Romi Savova; Financial Times Consumer Editor; Claer Barrett; PensionBee’s Chief Engagement Officer; Clare Reilly; Money to the Masses Founder; Damien Fahy, PensionBee’s Head of Product; Martin Parzonka; Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association Head of Media Relations; Mark Smith; PensionBee’s VP Brand and Communications; Rachael Oku; This Girl Talks Money Founder; Ellie Austin-Williams; and PensionBee’s Director (VP) Public Relations; Becky O’Connor.    Episode Breakdown: 00:42 Getting started with your pension 01:51 Parental leave and pensions 02:52 Pension beneficiaries and tax 03:22 Your pension and the cost of living crisis 03:49 Taking your pension 04:36 Moving your pension pots 05:23 Pensions vs. ISAs.  Read the episode transcript.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. 

Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    On this special bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we’re revisiting the popular debate: should you pay more into your mortgage or your pension? Hear from our former Host Peter Komolafe, CEO and Founder of The Humble Penny; Ken Okoroafor, former CMO at HABITO; Abba Newbery and VP Brand and Communications at PensionBee; Rachael Oku as they discuss the pros and cons of investing in property and pensions. Read the episode transcript here.   Episode Breakdown:  01:21 Using your property to fund your retirement  02:46 How long will your pension pot need to last you 05:10 Paying off your mortgage early 07:12 The benefits of pension contributions 09:08 Investing in property   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    Sit back and enjoy part two of our roundup featuring some of the best personal finance tips from expert guests of The Pension Confident Podcast. Whether you’re saving to raise a family, or looking to buy a house, have a listen to hear helpful ideas from the likes of: Founder of Vestpod; Emilie Bellet, Host of The Conversation of Money Podcast; Peter Komolafe, Financial Times Consumer Editor; Clear Barrett, Founder of This Girl Talks Money; Ellie Austin-Williams, Barrister and Spokesperson for legal assistance charity, Advocate; Paul Infield, Co-Founder and CCO of Snoop; Scott Mowbray, and  PensionBee’s Head of Content; Brooke Day.   Episode Breakdown:  00:36 Preparing your finances for kids 01:22 Turning your pension contributions on and off  01:53 Budgeting when you’re self-employed 02:34 ISAs and tax 03:04 Buying a house with someone else 04:19 Financial personality and financial independence 05:05 Monthly budgets 05:30 Risks when withdrawing a Lifetime ISA.   Read the episode transcript here.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube   Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    As we all know, there are only two certainties in life - death and taxes - and going through the admin when someone dies can be a slow and expensive process. That’s why it’s a good idea to think about where you’d like your own money and personal belongings to go in advance to avoid making it complicated for those you leave behind.   In this episode, we discuss all the useful things you can do to make sure you’ve got your own affairs in order - from wills and to life insurance, to pension beneficiaries. We also talk about what's important to address when you’re dealing with somebody else's estate.   Helping us to do this are our three expert guests: Solicitor for Frank Brazell & Partners and Free Wills Month; Simon Levy, CMO at  LifeSearch; Justin Harper, and PensionBee’s Head of Second Line Compliance; Jaypee Soule.   Episode Breakdown:  03:16 Executors and beneficiaries 03:51 Keeping things organised for your loved ones 08:25 Lasting powers of attorney 09:54 Letters of wishes 11:21 Prepayment funerals 12:36 Life insurance  13:21 Inheritance tax 15:29 Pension beneficiaries  18:25 Writing a will 22:06 What are the rules of intestacy? 27:18 First steps when a loved one passes away 28:06 Tell Us Once service 29:37 What’s probate? *We talk about what happens to your pension after death in this episode. We want to be clear that we’re referring to defined contribution pensions. Here are a few more things to know: If the deceased is under 75 years old, and the pension proceeds are paid within two years of the provider knowing of the customer’s death, then their beneficiaries can get the money tax-free. From 2026, if the deceased is under 75 years old, tax may be charged to the beneficiaries if the deceased has reached their lifetime allowance. Find out what  the current pension lifetime allowance is. If the deceased is aged 75 or above, the pension proceeds are taxable at the marginal rate of the beneficiary’s income tax. *We want to be clear that your pension isn’t legally considered part of your estate, so isn’t covered by your will. However, mentioning your pension in your will may help to eliminate any doubt over your wishes, though it’s recommended that you still contact your pension provider to add your beneficiaries to your policy.   Further reading: For more help dealing with the admin when someone passes away, check out these resources from PensionBee. Episode 20 transcript Pension death benefits  Pension rules after death Pension beneficiaries What happens to your pension when you die? Your guide to writing your will How your pension can save you inheritance tax. Other useful resources:  LifeSearch Free Wills Month Cheap and free wills (Money Saving Expert) Tell Us Once (GOV.UK) The LifeBook (Age UK) The Last Word report 8 Best Password Managers (Forbes) Learn more about intestacy - the process that occurs when someone dies without a will.   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn. Follow @LifeSearch on X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Enjoying the podcast? Then don’t forget to rate and give us a review! As always we’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback. Send us an email: podcast@pensionbee.com    On this special bonus episode of The Pension Confident Podcast, we’ve rounded up some of the best personal finance tips our guests have shared so far. From the power of compound interest to understanding credit ratings and ISAs. On this episode we’ll hear a range of important financial topics discussed by experts including:   Founder of Money to the Masses; Damien Fahy Founder of The Humble Penny and Financial Joy Academy; Ken Okoroafor Founder of The Money Whisperer; Emma Maslin Founder of Mrs MummyPenny; Lynn Beattie. Founder of Mr MoneyJar; Timi Merriman-Johnson Personal Finance Expert and Blogger at This Girl Talks Money; Ellie Austin-Williams CEO and Co-Founder of Bloom Money; Nina Mohanty Consumer Editor at the Financial Times, Author and Host of the Money Clinic Podcast; Claer Barrett Financial Expert,  Author and Host of The Conversation of Money Podcast; Peter Komolafe. Read the episode transcript here.    Episode Breakdown:  00:44 Tax relief on pension contributions 01:17 Making pension contributions as a limited company 01:51 Compound interest 03:09 Automating your savings 03:51 Saving money when you’re single 04:48 Credit ratings 05:54 Stocks & Shares ISAs 06:43 Understanding different types of ISAs   Catch up on the latest news, read our transcripts or watch on YouTube: The Pension Confident Podcast The Pension Confident Podcast on YouTube Follow @PensionBee on X, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and LinkedIn.