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More National Insurance cuts, a new 'British' Isa, and a change to child benefit were announced by the Chancellor in his latest Spring Budget. In this episode we've assembled two top experts to tell you exactly what the decisions made mean for your money. They also discuss the other big decisions that could have a lasting impact on your finances in the months to come. Read our analysis of what the...

We discover what financial firms really know about us, and how decisions are made based on our own digital footprint. In the episode we also explore how data impacts on our credit score, and how we can improve our own financial outlook. Read more on how to improve your credit score & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .

With so much uncertainty in the property market, we tell you what’s happening with house prices, rental costs and mortgage rates. We give you important information to help inform your next decision, and explore what options you could look at to improve your position as a homeowner, future buyer, or current renter. Find out more about what's happening with house prices & sign up to our free Mon...

This week on Get Answers, we’re talking about the future of scams. People spend hours talking about the latest developments in tech: whether it’s massive iPhone launches or breathless chat about the impact of AI, but there’s a trillion dollar industry that doesn’t get nearly as much attention for its constant innovation: fraud. With the help of BBC Scam Interceptors ' co-host Nick Stapleton, we gi...

This week we discuss the news that millions of UK drivers could land compensation as a result of a new Financial Conduct Authority investigation.  With car finance being a £40bn industry in the UK, we tell you how to check if you’ve been impacted, and what you should do next.  Read our latest update on this developing story & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Su...

In this week's Which? Shorts podcast, we reveal how supermarkets are changing our favourite foods in an attempt to improve their bottom lines. We also ask whether it's really fair to shrink groceries, or downgrade their ingredients? Read more about our investigation & sign up to our free Money newsletter .

Last week's beginners guide to investing has inspired us to delve into our own archives to bring you a fascinating insight into the world of financial advice. Our experts discuss how to find the perfect advisor while dispelling myths about who can access this kind of support to help inform your important money decisions. The episode was first broadcast in April 2023. Find out more about our guide...

With savings rates likely to fall, we tell you everything you need to know to get started with investing. We share top tips and advice, while we also discuss some big developments around sustainability in the investment world. For this episode we were joined by Ken & Mary Okoroafor, founders of The Humble Penny Read our investing guide & sign up for our free weekly Money newsletter . *** S...

We take a look at credit cards, exploring the best deals across the board, whether it’s to help you get out of debt, make the most of interest free offers or reward credit cards, spend abroad, or anything in between. With new research finding a third of Brits plan on getting debt free in 2024, we highlight the best options available now. Read more about the best credit cards available now & si...

This week we hear more about why we here at Which? have launched the Right to Connect campaign, fighting back against sneaky in-contract price rises. Check out our broadband and mobile price rise calculator & find out how you can slash your bills by up to £187 per year . Sign up to our free technology newsletter here . Since we recorded regulator Ofcom has proposed a ban on unpredictable broad...

With the base rate expected to fall in the coming months, we'll tell you everything you need to know to secure the best savings deals now. We discuss how to decide on the right account for you, how to work out if you need to pay tax on your savings and whether premium bonds are worth it. Read more about the best savings accounts available right now & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter...

With tax season well under way, we discuss the all-important dos and don’ts when filling out your tax return. We also discuss the tax changes that we can expect in 2024 and hear more about how they could make a difference to our finances. Read our online tax guides & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .

We hear more about your rights when investments go wrong as we explain the protections offered, and how likely you are to get your money back. This article was first published in the December 2023 issue of Which? Money magazine. To become a subscriber to Which? Money click here & sign up to our free Money newsletter . *** This podcast was read by a Text to Speech & AI Voice Generator .

Start the year with financial resolutions to help you improve your financial life over the next twelve months. We learn more about how to manage your money, including outstanding debt, savings rates, mortgages and more. Read our 12 ways to make and save money in 2024 & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . *** Find the best deals, avoid scams and grow your savings with Which? Money's e...

We're doing something a bit different on the podcast this week as we hear how Which? has been working to get answers to all manner of consumer questions for over 60 years. Inspired by the passing of Which? co-founder Dorothy Goodman, we hear from her daughter on what the early years of the organisations were really like, while current Chief Executive Anabel Holt tells us more about how we remain r...

Whether you're in your early twenties or approaching retirement, this episode is a must-listen to understand how you can maximise your state pension.  Our experts discuss how to check your forecast, manage your national insurance record, and whether deferring your pension could benefit you in the long run. Read more on how to check your state pension eligibility & sign up to our free week...

We all like free money, so this week we’re discussing the things you can do to give your festive finances a boost. Iona Bain joins the team as they explain how to make money from switching bank accounts, how to navigate cash back credit cards and more. Read our 11 ways to give yourself a Christmas bonus in 2023 & sign up to our free Money newsletter .

A Which? investigation finds home insurance complaints are on the rise, with delays, unsatisfactory pay outs, and obstructive providers blamed by unhappy claimants. We also speak to one woman waiting for thousands of pounds to be paid, and hear why the industry needs urgent reform Read more about our home insurance investigation & sign up to our free Money newsletter .

Join host Lucia and our team of experts for free tips to help you get on top of your bills and make your money go further. Each week we'll share hacks to help boost your finances, and help improve your cash credentials. Subscribe so you don't miss the next episode & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .

We discuss what the Chancellor’s announcements mean for your money, assessing the impact any changes could have on your bank balance. Our experts explain how you can respond, and who might eventually emerge better off from this “statement for growth”. Read our analysis of what the Autumn Statement means for you & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .

With the Black Friday sales in full swing, this week we're asking whether the deals you see from some of the high street’s biggest retailers are actually as good as they seem? For more expert advice on how to find the best bargains listen to our Which? Money & Get Answers podcasts, just click the links below: Get Answers - "The secrets the online stores don't want you to know" Which? Money - "...

With Black Friday and Christmas fast approaching, we’ve assembled two top experts to help you tackle the online giant. We hear how you can find the best deals, brilliant bargains, and even discuss whether it’s possible to live without shopping on the platform. Read our advice on how to spot a fake review & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter . Check out our new Get Answers podcast

With more of us seeking the convenience of fresh produce delivered straight to your door, we assess whether these deliveries really do offer value for money. We’ll also discuss how companies compare on customer experience, and hear what you can do to make your unwanted foods go further. Read more about our fruit & veg box research & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .

We react to a report from the Money and Pension Advice service that found that 5.4 million children lacked the money skills that would help them in later life. Our experts discuss the things they wish they’d known when growing up, and share their advice on how to talk to your kids about their financial future. Read our guides on the best children's savings accounts & sign up to our free Money...

As we approach the most expensive time of year, we share a unique budgeting method that could help you increase your savings - cash stuffing. We also explore the best savings accounts and discuss ways to ensure you meet your budgeting goals. Read our guide on how to budget & sign up to our free weekly Money newsletter .