In this special season opener of A Little Bit Richer, we turn the tables on our brand-new host, Iona Bain! Pension expert Kim Brown from Legal & General takes the interviewer’s seat to dig into Iona’s personal finance journey— from unexpected money lessons to navigating the challenges of millennial finances.

They discuss everything from getting on the property ladder to balancing today’s financial needs with saving for the future. Iona shares her dreams, fears and working towards financial freedom.

You can watch the full episodes on our YouTube channel 

And watch behind the scenes content on our TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on Legal & General’s website:

www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from Legal & General’s take on things. They give information for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording.

In this special season opener of A Little Bit Richer, we turn the tables on our brand-new host, Iona Bain! Pension expert Kim Brown from Legal &amp; General takes the interviewer&rsquo;s seat to dig into Iona&rsquo;s personal finance journey&mdash; from unexpected money lessons to navigating the challenges of millennial finances.
They discuss everything from getting on the property ladder to balancing today&rsquo;s financial needs with saving for the future. Iona shares her dreams, fears and working towards financial freedom.
You can watch the full episodes on our&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.youtube.com/legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nU2GZKqY$">YouTube channel</a>&nbsp;
And watch behind the scenes content on our&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.tiktok.com/@legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01n-BNkPY4$">TikTok</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/legalandgeneral/?hl=en__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nGegfSXs$">Instagram</a>
You can play the podcast and find other useful content on Legal &amp; General&rsquo;s website:
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Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from Legal &amp; General&rsquo;s take on things. They give information for a UK audience that&rsquo;s relevant at the time of recording.

'A Little Bit Richer' is the podcast that aims to help us all get a grip on our financial futures, brought to you by financial broadcaster and author Iona Bain and Legal & General.

Maybe you’ve bought a home or started a family or would like to one day. You’re starting to think ahead a little. Have you thought about how you could be a little bit richer in the future?

We can all do with some insight and advice on how best to plan and manage the financial side of life. So that’s what ‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General explores.

We talk to leading experts and dive into topics like - How much money do you need to stop working? What’s the stronger investment - your property, or your pension? How can you help your children to be more financially savvy?

Together, we’ll build a better and brighter financial future for us all.

‘A Little Bit Richer’ from Legal & General is out every fortnight. Follow us now on your favourite podcast app.

The views and thoughts expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals and don’t necessarily represent those of Legal & General. This podcast does not constitute or replace financial advice. Content was relevant at the time of recording and is intended for a UK audience.

'A Little Bit Richer' is the podcast that aims to help us all get a grip on our financial futures, brought to you by financial broadcaster and author Iona Bain and Legal &amp; General.
Maybe you&rsquo;ve bought a home or started a family or would like to one day. You&rsquo;re starting to think ahead a little. Have you thought about how you could be a little bit richer in the future?
We can all do with some insight and advice on how best to plan and manage the financial side of life. So that&rsquo;s what &lsquo;A Little Bit Richer&rsquo; from Legal &amp; General explores.
We talk to leading experts and dive into topics like - How much money do you need to stop working? What&rsquo;s the stronger investment - your property, or your pension? How can you help your children to be more financially savvy?
Together, we&rsquo;ll build a better and brighter financial future for us all.
&lsquo;A Little Bit Richer&rsquo; from Legal &amp; General is out every fortnight. Follow us now on your favourite podcast app.
The views and thoughts expressed on this podcast are those of the individuals and don&rsquo;t necessarily represent those of Legal &amp; General. This podcast does not constitute or replace financial advice. Content was relevant at the time of recording and is intended for a UK audience.

A Little Bit Richer

Managing Money as a Millennial: Welcome Iona  

With new ISA changes announced in the Autumn Budget and updates to cash ISA limits on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get clear on how these powerful, tax-efficient savings and investment tools can help you build long-term financial confidence.

In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Paula Hughes from L&G to demystify the world of ISAs and help you understand how they can work for you at every stage of life.

Together, they explore the different types of ISAs available and how to choose the best one for you. They also discuss the “use it or lose it” rule and what the upcoming changes could mean for savers and investors.

So whether you’re saving for your first home, building long-term wealth, or simply trying to protect your money from inflation, this episode will help you decide how to make your ISA allowance work harder for you. Because when it comes to tax-efficient growth, the earlier you start, the bigger that snowball can get for a future that’s a little bit richer.

You don’t pay tax on the interest, income or capital gains you make inside an ISA.

You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel

And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

With new ISA changes announced in the Autumn Budget and updates to cash ISA limits on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get clear on how these powerful, tax-efficient savings and investment tools can help you build long-term financial confidence.
In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by Paula Hughes from L&amp;G to demystify the world of ISAs and help you understand how they can work for you at every stage of life.
Together, they explore the different types of ISAs available and how to choose the best one for you. They also discuss the &ldquo;use it or lose it&rdquo; rule and what the upcoming changes could mean for savers and investors.
So whether you&rsquo;re saving for your first home, building long-term wealth, or simply trying to protect your money from inflation, this episode will help you decide how to make your ISA allowance work harder for you. Because when it comes to tax-efficient growth, the earlier you start, the bigger that snowball can get for a future that&rsquo;s a little bit richer.
You don&rsquo;t pay tax on the interest, income or capital gains you make inside an ISA.
You can watch episodes on L&amp;G&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.youtube.com/legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nU2GZKqY$">YouTube channel</a>
And see behind the scenes content on&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.tiktok.com/@legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01n-BNkPY4$">TikTok</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/legalandgeneral/?hl=en__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nGegfSXs$">Instagram</a>
You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&amp;G&rsquo;s website:
<a href="https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer">https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer</a>
Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&amp;G&rsquo;s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that&rsquo;s relevant at the time of recording. It&rsquo;s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you&rsquo;d get from a financial adviser.

ISAs Explained: How to Make Your Money Work Harder

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Being self-employed can be incredibly freeing but financially, it can also feel like a rollercoaster. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by accountant and behavioural expert Krystal McGilvery to discuss ways to manage money when your income isn’t guaranteed.

From cash-flow anxiety and chasing invoices to saving for retirement without an employer pension, Krystal shares practical, no-nonsense tips to help you feel more in control of your finances.

Together, they explore how to smooth out irregular income, build a financial buffer and plan for the long term, without sacrificing the freedom and joy that comes with being your own boss.

So whether you’re newly self-employed, years into freelancing, or just thinking about taking the leap, this episode is packed with reassurance and clarity to help you build a more stable and sustainable financial future that’s a little bit richer.

You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel

And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

Follow Krystle on Instagram

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

Being self-employed can be incredibly freeing but financially, it can also feel like a rollercoaster. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by accountant and behavioural expert Krystal McGilvery to discuss ways to manage money when your income isn&rsquo;t guaranteed.
From cash-flow anxiety and chasing invoices to saving for retirement without an employer pension, Krystal shares practical, no-nonsense tips to help you feel more in control of your finances.
Together, they explore how to smooth out irregular income, build a financial buffer and plan for the long term, without sacrificing the freedom and joy that comes with being your own boss.
So whether you&rsquo;re newly self-employed, years into freelancing, or just thinking about taking the leap, this episode is packed with reassurance and clarity to help you build a more stable and sustainable financial future that&rsquo;s a little bit richer.
You can watch episodes on L&amp;G&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.youtube.com/legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nU2GZKqY$">YouTube channel</a>
And see behind the scenes content on&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.tiktok.com/@legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01n-BNkPY4$">TikTok</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/legalandgeneral/?hl=en__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nGegfSXs$">Instagram</a>
You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&amp;G&rsquo;s website:
<a href="https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer">https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer</a>
Follow Krystle on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/krystle_mcgilvery/?hl=en">Instagram</a>
Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&amp;G&rsquo;s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that&rsquo;s relevant at the time of recording. It&rsquo;s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you&rsquo;d get from a financial adviser.

Financial Survival Tips for The Self-Employed

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Divorce can emotionally, practically and financially turn your world upside down. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show Jenny Hazan to unpack the impact on your finances when a relationship ends and how to protect your future.

Drawing on both her professional expertise at L&G and her personal experience of divorce, Jenny explains why separation is often “two break-ups”, how the so-called “singles tax” can hit overnight, and she shares one of the most overlooked areas of divorce that can prevent regret later in life.

Whether you’re navigating a divorce, supporting someone who is, or simply want to be better prepared for the future, this episode offers reassurance and practical steps for taking control of your finances one step at a time.

You can watch episodes on L&G’s YouTube channel

And see behind the scenes content on TikTok and Instagram

You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&G’s website:

https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer

You can find the Pension Calculator here: Pension Calculator | Legal & General

Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&G’s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that’s relevant at the time of recording. It’s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you’d get from a financial adviser.

Divorce can emotionally, practically and financially turn your world upside down. In this episode of A Little Bit Richer, our host Iona Bain is joined by friend of the show Jenny Hazan to unpack the impact on your finances when a relationship ends and how to protect your future.
Drawing on both her professional expertise at L&amp;G and her personal experience of divorce, Jenny explains why separation is often &ldquo;two break-ups&rdquo;, how the so-called &ldquo;singles tax&rdquo; can hit overnight, and she shares one of the most overlooked areas of divorce that can prevent regret later in life.
Whether you&rsquo;re navigating a divorce, supporting someone who is, or simply want to be better prepared for the future, this episode offers reassurance and practical steps for taking control of your finances one step at a time.
You can watch episodes on L&amp;G&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.youtube.com/legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nU2GZKqY$">YouTube channel</a>
And see behind the scenes content on&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.tiktok.com/@legalandgeneral__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01n-BNkPY4$">TikTok</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/legalandgeneral/?hl=en__;!!GN8lIS4!ZC8D5GJ__OEO7G9udehqq48SwQKnJIgGMGqE8TXNTTCTRKPBr0jP_OWfSQDlwpuSBc0QQEAnnSTBLu_5D01nGegfSXs$">Instagram</a>
You can play the podcast and find other useful content on L&amp;G&rsquo;s website:
<a href="https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer">https://www.legalandgeneral.com/podcasts/a-little-bit-richer</a>
You can find the Pension Calculator here: <a href="https://www.legalandgeneral.com/retirement/pensions/personal-pension/pension-calculator/">Pension Calculator | Legal &amp; General</a>
Iona and her guests share their own personal thoughts and opinions in this podcast. These might be different from L&amp;G&rsquo;s take on things. They give financial guidance for a UK audience that&rsquo;s relevant at the time of recording. It&rsquo;s general best practice, not the kind of personalised advice you&rsquo;d get from a financial adviser.

What You Need to Know About Divorce, Money and Starting Again

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Managing Money as a Millennial: Welcome Iona

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