The Money Gains Podcast

The playbook to make 2026 your year. ---------In this episode of the Money Gains Podcast I'm breaking down a practical 12-week action plan covering everything from conducting a financial review to automating your money management. We talk about why personal finance is deeply personal and provide actionable steps for increasing income and capturing cashback opportunities that could save you over £1,000 a year.This is the CHATGPT Prompt >> “Here are my last 3 months of bank transactions. Please analyse them and categorise every transaction into 3 categories:Fixed expensesDiscretionary spending Debt paymentsThen: – Calculate my average monthly spending in each category – Identify areas where I may be overspending compared to typical averages (e.g., transport, subscriptions, eating out)- Highlight any merchants or transactions you’re not sure about so we can make a decision on these together – Estimate my potential savings rate (based on income vs spending) and explain it as if you are analysing a business’ profit vs loss”---------👉🏼 Get FREE FRACTIONAL SHARES worth up £100 when you deposit £1 with Trading 212🔗 https://www.trading212.com/join/MGPIf you don't receive the free fractional shares - head to the menu and put the word 'MGP' into the promo code section.(Capital at risk when you invest)---------Gains App launches in a few weeks.It's an AI-powered budgeting and cashback app designed to help you make more of your money.Every single person who joins the Gains app waitlist has a chance to win their shopping paid for an entire year.Join here 👉 https://gainsapp.com/---------✅ Why reviewing three months of bank statements reveals the hidden spending leaks that keep you broke✅ How the three-bank automation system removes willpower from money management ✅ Why building an emergency fund before investing gives you the freedom to handle financial emergencies✅ How the debt snowball method creates quick psychological wins✅ Why asking for a pay rise has only three outcomes---------DISCLAIMER:This episode is meant for educational purposes and should not be considered financial advice or UK tax advice. When you invest your capital is at risk. Past performance is not a guarantee of future success. This episode description contains affiliate links - if you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. This does not alter our suggestions and there is no charge for you. Take the FREE Money Personality Quiz 👉🏼 https://upthegains.co.uk/quizGet The FREE 10 Step Checklist That Grew My Portfolio To Over £160,000+ 👇🔗 https://upthegains.co.uk/investing-checklist

There's more to the Budget than the headlines. ---------In this episode of the Money Gains Podcast we welcome award-winning journalist and bestselling author Joe Mayes to the show. We discussed the intense pressures faced by the Chancellor, why there's so much uncertainty about economic policies and ran through some interactive scenarios from Joe's book, Can You Run the Economy?---------👉🏼 Get FREE FRACTIONAL SHARES worth up £100 when you deposit £1 with Trading 212🔗 https://www.trading212.com/join/MGPIf you don't receive the free fractional shares - head to the menu and put the word 'MGP' into the promo code section.(Capital at risk when you invest)---------Gains App launches in a few weeks.It's an AI-powered budgeting and cashback app designed to help you make more of your money.Every single person who joins the Gains app waitlist gets entered to win their shopping paid for an entire year.Join here 👉 https://gainsapp.com/---------Can You Run The Economy? on Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/67ADU4l---------✅ Why Rachel Reeves raised taxes despite having a £4 billion surplus✅ How the budget front-loads spending benefits whilst back-loading tax increases✅ Why every chancellor faces impossible choices between bad and worse options✅ How financial markets can force a chancellor from office immediately ✅ Why learning to think like a chancellor makes you better with your own money---------DISCLAIMER:This video is meant for educational purposes and should not be considered financial advice. When you invest your capital is at risk. Past performance is not a guarantee of future success. This video description contains affiliate links - if you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. This does not alter our suggestions and there is no charge for you. Take the FREE Money Personality Quiz 👉🏼 https://upthegains.co.uk/quizGet The FREE 10 Step Checklist That Grew My Portfolio To Over £160,000+ 👇🔗 https://upthegains.co.uk/investing-checklist

Andrew Craig, a best-selling author and finance commentator, joins Brian Byrnes, Head of Personal Finance at Moneybox, to dissect the latest UK Budget. They explore the implications of fiscal drag and how it acts as a stealth tax, pushing more workers into higher tax brackets. The duo critiques the impact of high taxes on private sector growth and the UK's pension shortfall compared to Australia. They discuss the limitations of ISA changes, the importance of financial education, and how some budget measures may take years to implement.

This is what really matters if you want to be free.---------In this episode of the Money Gains Podcast we welcome Jason Graystone to the show. Jason shares his journey to achieving financial freedom at just 30 years old, spending a week with Richard Branson on Necker Island and revealing why most people are optimising for the wrong version of freedom. ---------👉🏼 Get a FREE FRACTIONAL SHARE worth up £100 when you deposit £1 with Trading 212🔗 https://www.trading212.com/join/MGPIf you don't receive the free fractional share - head to the menu and put the word 'MGP' into the promo code section.(Capital at risk when you invest)---------Gains App launches in a few weeks.It's an AI-powered budgeting and cashback app designed to help you make more of your money.Every single person who joins the Gains app waitlist gets entered to win their shopping paid for an entire year.Join here 👉 https://gainsapp.com/---------Jason online https://jasongraystone.com/Always Free on:Amazon https://amzn.to/3K03q5ZAudible (UK) https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Always-Free-Audiobook/B0G15SS9L4 Audible (US) https://www.audible.com/pd/Always-Free-Audiobook/B0G161CVWS---------✅ Why 91% of Brits hate their job ✅ How to achieve financial freedom in 10-20 years✅ Why you should never grow your money at a rate your mindset can't keep up with✅ How to separate making money from building freedom✅ Why billionaires spend their time climbing rocks and riding bikes---------DISCLAIMER:This video is meant for educational purposes and should not be considered financial advice. When you invest your capital is at risk. Past performance is not a guarantee of future success. This video description contains affiliate links - if you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. This does not alter our suggestions and there is no charge for you. Take the FREE Money Personality Quiz 👉🏼 https://upthegains.co.uk/quizGet The FREE 10 Step Checklist That Grew My Portfolio To Over £160,000+ 👇🔗 https://upthegains.co.uk/investing-checklist

Rajan Lakhani, Head of PR & Comms at Plum, shares insights on how proposed Cash ISA reforms may fail to enhance UK investment. He discusses the psychological barriers preventing people from saving and how Plum’s automation addresses this. Rajan emphasizes the importance of small wins and gamification in building sustainable saving habits. He critiques the cultural aversion to investing outside pensions, revealing that many Brits keep idle cash rather than investing. Ultimately, he argues for better incentives and education over simple ISA changes.

Bianca Errigo, founder of HumanOS and a workplace wellbeing coach, discusses how chronic stress creates financial leaks and impacts sleep and performance. She highlights that under-30s face significant financial anxiety due to economic pressures and stresses the importance of resilience, which is notably lower in this age group. Bianca also emphasizes that modern employees value psychological safety and meaningful work over perks. She advocates for daily practices to build resilience, such as small habits and intentional morning routines.

James Gerrard, a savvy property investor and speaker, shares insights on the UK real estate landscape. He discusses the alarming squeeze on the middle class due to rising asset prices and corporate wealth extraction. James unveils his TIDED framework, revealing how technology and demographics shape wealth. He emphasizes that family homes should be seen as lifestyle choices, not investments, and advises on affordable housing opportunities. With a focus on tracking institutional investment, he highlights the potential in low- and medium-income properties.

Discover creative ways to make some extra cash before the holidays! Learn how selling unwanted items can net you £50–£200. Bank switching bonuses also offer quick wins if you know where to look. Dive into cashback and gift-card tips to potentially get back £100–£200 on Christmas expenses. Explore easy online side hustles like surveys that could bring in an extra £50–£150 monthly. Plus, find out how auditing subscriptions can save you £30–£100. Combined, these strategies can help you reach your £500 goal!

Is being single secretly ruining your finances? It turns out the average London date costs a staggering £260! Discover how social media and inflation have transformed dating economics, making single living approximately £10,000 more expensive each year. The conversation dives into the impact of dating apps on our expectations and mental health, and why financial talks in relationships can be tackled without shame. Plus, explore innovative ways to use the right dating app subscription to enhance your love life while being financially savvy.

Charlotte Baroukh, an accountant and personal finance expert, dives into crucial tax topics that everyone should know. She clears up misconceptions about payslips and explains the shock of the hidden 60% tax trap, revealing the real workings of progressive tax rates. Charlotte highlights financial education gaps and emphasizes understanding payslips and tax codes. She discusses how pension contributions and salary sacrifice can lower taxable income while also tackling fiscal drag's impact on taxpayers due to frozen thresholds.