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Aug 26
28m 34s

Money Box Live: What You Wish You'd Know...

Bbc Radio 4
About this episode

Dragons' Den investor and entrepreneur Deborah Meaden joins Felicity Hannah to look at the money wisdom and advice you wish you'd known when you were starting out.

They hear from listeners who say they wish they'd known more about everything, from how to budget to asking for a pay rise. Others regret not understanding the power of compound interest or what to do with a workplace pension after changing jobs.

Dave Fishwick, founder of Burnley Savings and Loans, sets out his top tips and explains his biggest money mistake. And maths teacher and broadcaster Bobby Seagull stresses the importance of financial education. They're also joined by financial planner Kirsty Stone from the financial advice firm The Private Office.

Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producers: Sarah Rogers and James Graham Editor: Jess Quayle

(This programme was first broadcast at 3pm on BBC Radio 4 on Wednesday 30th of July 2025)

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