Money Clinic with Claer Barrett

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss whether Lloyds' branch closures spell the end of high street banking, the third birthday of junior individual savings accounts, and where value may lie in European shares Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's show looks at new mortgage deals offering very low interest rates, the performance of ethical investment funds, and Jonathan Eley talks to Equitable Life pension holders who were protesting this week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FT economics editor Chris Giles joins Jonathan Eley to discuss the impact of the latest inflation figures. Also in the show, is the arm of the taxman reaching too far? And why the latest pension freedoms may not prove revolutionary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss the government's wish for us to stay in work longer, whether Brazil's elections may boost emerging markets, and whether money can be made from collecting antique books Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss who will really benefit from pension funds passing tax free to heirs, how some people are trapped on their current mortgage rate, and whether ready-made asset portfolios are any good Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's show looks at how a proposed mansion tax may work and who would be affected, plus how behavioural psychology can aid investors, and how inheritance laws are changing where there is no will Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should you use your pension pot to repay your mortgage? Also in this week's show, is property investment through peer-to-peer lending worth it? And why should investors be cautious about Alibaba's IPO? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests, Jane Sydenham of wealth manager Rathbones and David Hollingworth of London and Country Mortgages, discuss the potential impact of a "Yes" vote next week for private investors and for the property market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss expensive legacy pension schemes, the challenges faced by those who do not manage their finances online, and why PPI compensation isn't yet finished Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss why you need to be more careful than ever when choosing an annuity, how long the bond bull market can last and the football fund run by former England boss Terry Venables Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss the Bank of England's latest comments on house prices and wages, challengers to incumbents in retail banking, and whether now is the time to return to actively managed funds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show, James Pickford and guests discuss strange deals in the mortgage market, why exchange-traded funds are in vogue, and how many pensioners are stuck in poor value pension products Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pickford and guests discuss how changes in the asset management industry could benefit investors, the potential risks for corporate bond funds, and the sale of inappropriate annuity products Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss new pension rules that will apply from next April, what to bear in mind when buying property overseas, and how investors can access ideas emerging from universities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's your employer doing with your pension? Jonathan Eley and guests also discuss HMRC's crackdown on tax avoidance scheme investors, and the latest venture aimed at spreading financial risk across generations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Eley and guests discuss the state of the UK savings market, whether retail investors should look again at China and India, and if buy-to-let landlords will ever have it so good again Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pickford hosts a discussion of the appeal and risks of popular property funds as well as a new sharia-compliant pension product, plus the insights of FT investment editor James Mackintosh on where value lies for investors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show, Jonathan Eley and guests discuss the Bank of England's measures to cool the UK's housing boom, a range of tax-efficient investments and the risks attached, and the latest fund news from Neil Woodfood and Terry Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Pickford and guests discuss what forthcoming reforms to ISAs mean for investors, how the pensions industry may provide guidance promised to retirees, and the liability of independent financial advisers for bad investment advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s show, Jonathan Eley and guests discuss why the Big Six energy companies aren’t cutting prices, why divorce is becoming more common - and expensive - and how Tesco’s new current account measures up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could proposed collective pension plans deliver more income? Jonathan Eley and guests also discuss how peer-to-peer lending may be incorporated in ISAs, and how to claim government money for improving your home's energy efficiency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show, Jonathan Eley and guests discuss the prospects of TSB, the impact of a Scottish independence vote for investors and business, and whether there is money to be made from fracking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are new lending rules slowing mortgage lending? Jonathan Eley and guests also discuss emerging alternatives to annuities, and whether the rally in small company shares is coming to an end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show, Jonathan Eley and guests discuss whether new flexible annuity products offer savers value, if investing in private equity is worth it, and the confusing array of charges that investors face Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What will a reformed Barclays mean for shareholders and customers? Jonathan Eley and colleagues also discuss whether "build to rent" is taking hold in the UK property market, and the different ways of investing in commodities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.