Mortgage, ISA or pension? What most people get wrong

If you’ve got a bit of extra cash each month, what’s the smartest thing to do with it? Should you overpay your mortgage, invest in an ISA or pay more into your pension? It sounds simple, but making the wrong choice could leave you tens of thousands of pounds worse off over the long term. We’ve crunched the numbers and uncovered which option could leave you significantly better off. This week Andrew Oxlade is joined by Marianna Hunt to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - as one of the UK leading financial journalists, including as the head of the Financial Times’ Lex column, Jonathan Guthrie has seen the world of investment - the good the bad and the ugly - up close for years. Now he’s passing on what he’s learned to investors, and we’re delighted to welcome him to the podcast this week. You can purchase Jonathan’s new book The Truth About Investing here. Host Ed Monk is joined by Jonathan Guthrie to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: The final interest rate decisions of 2025 will hog the headlines; as jobs data in the US and UK paint a picture of a modestly slowing economy; and investors assess a third year of rising stock markets. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show - cash ISAs are changing following a much-anticipated reform announced in the Budget. What does it mean for savers, and where else might they have to turn to get the steady cash-like returns they’re seeking? Host Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: the Fed weighs up a third rate cut, the chancellor fields questions about her Budget, and predictions flood in for the year ahead. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: November breaks a seven-month winning streak for shares; we assess the odds of another Santa Rally; and the case for quality and diversification. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re giving our verdict as the dust settles on a much anticipated Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves this week. How will the raft of tax changes announced affect you, and how have markets taken it all? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - how much cash should you have in retirement? I don’t mean for holidays or to fix the boiler, but as an aid to your overall financial mix. What’s enough and too much - cash to hold? Host Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: sentiment settles after last week’s volatility; Black Friday shines a spotlight on the US consumer economy; while here in the UK, all eyes are on the Labour government’s tricky second Budget. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How relevant is Warren Buffett to investors today? The Sage of Omaha has given his latest written update to shareholders - surely one of his last. Could his meteoric success be repeated today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.