Listen to episode eight: Staying financially healthy as the cost of living rises

Listen to real stories of people facing financial dilemmas
How much should I pay into my pension? Where do I start with investing? Can I retire early? Whether you’re juggling the expense of a family, planning for the future, or running your own business, it can be hard to know what to prioritise to make sure your money is working for you.
Setting some financial goals for the present and your future can help. That’s where getting support from a financial expert can help you make the right choice, whatever stage of life you’re at. But it’s hard to know where to begin with that too.
In series three of our award-winning podcast Rewirement, host Angellica Bell meets people who have some big financial questions. She’s also joined by some experts, who are on hand to help solve their money dilemmas.
Covering everything from getting on the property ladder to planning for your retirement, listen to Rewirement on your favourite podcast player, YouTube or you can scroll down to play the latest episode.
Angellica’s picture taken by Snooty Fox Images.
Series three
Latest episode: Staying financially healthy as the cost of living rises
In our final episode of the series we’re joined by Sarah Astley, Peter Komolafe and Matt Frain.
They answer questions posed by Angellica Bell on a range of topics, like interest rates, pension contributions and the lure of cryptocurrency.
Listen in as they share their tips on how to navigate the financial challenges you might be facing now and in the future.
Problems to prosperity!
Amy and Dan hit a crisis when Dan confessed he had more debt than his annual salary.
How they turned their finances around will inspire you.
Plus, hear what our expert can tell them about how the cash they’ve managed to save, can work as hard for them as possible.
Can I retire in my 50s?
Jo and Gwen have very different financial circumstances but share the same dream – retiring young enough to really make the most of that free time.
But how realistic is it? Listen in as they try and answer that question with the help of our expert.
Getting finances right in your 20s
When it comes to things like property, pensions and savings, everyone says you should start early.
But what kinds of things should you be doing?
This time we help twenty-something Bola figure out what to do today, to make sure she’s financially secure tomorrow.
Planning for tomorrow, living for today
We all know we need to be planning for a secure financial future, but we also need our money now – especially with the cost of everything going up.
Plus, we want to enjoy our lives - we only get one!
Lisa and Beverley are both in their 50s and trying to get that balance right.
How to get on the property ladder
Buying your first home is an important step in the journey towards financial security – but it can be quite daunting.
We talk to two first-time buyers about their property hopes and dreams and help them get a foot on that vital first rung of the property ladder.
Managing your finances when you’re self employed
Being your own boss can be exciting and rewarding. But there is a downside – no company pension, no PAYE and if you don’t work, you don’t earn.
This time we help entrepreneur, Jessy, understand how to create financial security for her business and herself.
Helping women close the pension gap
After opting out of pension contributions for 20 years, Di finds herself unsure whether she can provide for the retirement she hopes for.
Is there still time? We help her understand her options, and talk about how you can close the gender pension gap.
More episodes
Want to learn more about planning for the future? In series two of Rewirement, Angellica Bell met people having the time of their lives in retirement. They share how they prepared emotionally and financially for their ‘third’ phase of life. And in series one, Strictly Come Dancing host Shirley Ballas was joined by guests approaching retirement with questions like – how do I adapt to a new routine? What might you consider if you’re retiring as a single person? All episodes are available to listen to on your favourite podcast player, or click below to listen on our website.