Money Box Podcast
The latest news from the world of personal finance plus advice for those trying to make the most of their money.
Episodes to download
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Rent - your flexible friend
Sat 11 May 2019
The housing association allowing residents to underpay and overpay their rent.
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The last free cashpoint in town
Sat 4 May 2019
The effect on communities of cash machines that charge.
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Ethical Investing
Wed 1 May 2019
Can you get a decent return on your cash while also doing good for society and the planet?
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The difficulties of renting on benefits
Sat 27 Apr 2019
'No benefit' rental clauses - should they be banned?
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Energy: Going Green
Wed 24 Apr 2019
How can households help save the planet whilst keeping energy bills affordable?
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The Costs of Being Single
Wed 17 Apr 2019
Nearly eight million people live alone in the UK. What are the financial challenges?
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Regulator warning for general insurance companies
Sat 13 Apr 2019
Financial regulator the FCA warns general insurance firms over customer treatment.
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The future of saving into a pension at work
Wed 10 Apr 2019
Are you saving into a pension at work? Has this happened via auto-enrolment?
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Are fraudsters getting away too easily?
Sat 6 Apr 2019
Police watchdog report highlights inconsistencies in dealing with fraud victims.
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The costs of winding up someone's affairs after they die
Wed 3 Apr 2019
Have you had to cope with sorting out a loved one's financial affairs after they die?
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London Capital & Finance. The report.
Sat 30 Mar 2019
Administrator's report finds 'highly suspicious transactions.'
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Making Tax Digital
Wed 27 Mar 2019
A big shake-up to the UK's tax system starts on 1 April. Join Louise Cooper and guests.
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Smart meter only energy tariffs
Sat 23 Mar 2019
Some of the cheapest energy tariffs are only available if you agree to have a smart meter.
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First-time buyers
Wed 20 Mar 2019
The number of first-time buyers is up, says chancellor Philip Hammond. Will it continue?
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Spring Statement 2019
Wed 13 Mar 2019
The Chancellor, Philip Hammond, gives a an update on the health of the UK economy.
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London Capital & Finance plc updates
Sat 9 Mar 2019
The marketing of the failed mini-bonds examined and the administrator updates investors.
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Leaving Care
Wed 6 Mar 2019
What are the financial challenges facing teenagers leaving local authority care?
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The loan charge : Mel Stride interview
Sat 2 Mar 2019
Treasury minister Mel Stride on the government's attempts to clamp down on tax tricks.
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Late Payments
Wed 27 Feb 2019
If you are a small business, what happens when clients pay late or do not pay at all?
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Contractors face loan charge choice
Sat 23 Feb 2019
Tax dilemma for contractor loan scheme users. Debt after death and pension scams.
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Banks want to delay fraud prevention name check
Sat 16 Feb 2019
Confirmation of payee name checks may not happen until 2020.
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Open Banking one year on
Wed 13 Feb 2019
Open Banking promised to revolutionise your personal finances. Has it?
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Universal Basic Income - Can it work?
Wed 6 Feb 2019
A state income for all might be great in principal, but can it ever work in practice?
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Mini-bond firm calls in administrators
Sat 2 Feb 2019
The cash of 14,000 investors at risk as London Capital & Finance Plc enters administration
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The cost of car insurance
Wed 30 Jan 2019
The UK has some of the highest motor insurance premiums in Europe - why?
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What makes an investment too good to be true?
Sat 26 Jan 2019
What warning signs should make you wary about an investment?
The Death of Retirement
Money Box explores what retirement might look like in the future,
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