The Making Money Simple Podcast

Ryan King
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The podcast helping you to invest and build wealth ✔️ I'm Ryan, a Chartered Accountant and investor from the UK and I share my mistakes, journey and knowledge - all whilst having a laugh - through this podcast! 💻 My website - https://makingmoneysimple.co.uk/ 📕 My book: Stop Waiting, Start Investing - https://linktr.ee/makingmoneysimple1 If you have any questions or want me to cover any specific topics, feel free to email me at: makingmoneysimple1@gmail.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Q&A: Workplace Pension vs SIPP vs Stocks & Shares ISA - Where Should You Invest More?

    Listen to this next - ⁠ EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Pensions (State, Workplace, SIPPs & more) In this podcast episode, we answer a great question: 'Should I use a workplace pension, SIPP or Stocks & Shares ISA?' In really comes down to tax optimisation vs flexibility. In this episode we break down the key differences, when each one makes sense and the simple framework I use to decide which one to focu on. Listen to the podcast episode for the full details. And thanks for the question Craig! If you have a question, feel free to email me: makingmoneysimple1@gmail.com ----------------------------------------- More Investing: 📝 How I can help you & download my free investing guide to help you start investing - click here 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - click here ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    17 min

  2. FEB 11

    34 & Aiming For £1m Invested by 50 - Fellas Finance

    Christos from Fellas Finance joins me on this episode to discuss his investing journey. From early mistakes, to building up a £120k portfolio by 34, to aiming to get to £1m by 50. This episode is an insight into Christos' journey to date and future plans. In this episode we also discuss overpaying your mortgage vs investing, the biggest determinants of investing success, what we personally invest into, and more. Listen to the episode for the full details. ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    33 min

  3. FEB 5

    How I Built My SIPP To £40,000 - Moving Old Workplace Pensions, Using My Ltd Co. & More

    Sign up to my email newsletter - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Newsletter Workplace pension YouTube video - https://youtu.be/idEI30WR5RY How I can help you - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/ ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    10 min

  4. FEB 2

    New Vanguard Funds, LISA Shake Up, Freetrade & HL Fee Changes - What UK Investors Need To Know

    My website & how I can help you - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/ New Vanguard Global LifeStrategy funds - https://www.vanguardinvestor.co.uk/articles/latest-thoughts/how-it-works/introducing-lifestrategy-global-a-new-way-to-diversify-your-portfolio Freetrade fee change - https://freetrade.io/blog/free-pension-free-funds?lid=3w0mpl2166lw&utm_source=braze&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026_01_23_Free_SIPP_Free_Mutual_Funds_Service&utm_variant=Variant%201 HL fee change - https://www.hl.co.uk/help/income-and-fees/fees-explained/fee-changes Potential LISA changes - https://moneyweek.com/personal-finance/isas/lifetime-isa-reform-new-product-retirement-option-scrapped Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:48 - New Vanguard Global LifeStrategy funds 4:08 - Freetrade fee change 9:06 - HL fee change 13:34 - Potential LISA changes ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    19 min

  5. JAN 28

    The Best 5 Side Hustles To Make Money In 2026 - Will Gryba NGPF

    Will from @nextgenngpf joins me on this episode to discuss 5 of the best side hustles to try in 2026. The first two are open to anyone. The remaining three are also open to anyone, but they're more geared towards those who are already making content online. We discuss each side hustle, the pros, cons, earning potential and what you need to know. Listen to the episode for the full details. ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    27 min

  6. JAN 21

    Should Parents Invest For Their Kids Or Themselves First? | Owen Talks Finance

    Should you invest for your children… or yourself first? Owen from 'Owen Talks Finance' joins me on this podcast episode to discuss both: Investing for yourself, as you bring up childrenAnd investing for your childrenIn this episode, we go through: why your own investing and retirement should probably come first, how to invest for your children, balancing investing for yourself vs your children, why even small amounts for kids are so important - and more. Listen to the episode for the full details. ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    27 min

  7. JAN 14

    The Truth About Reaching £100,000 Invested

    How I can help you - ⁠⁠click here⁠⁠ It took me 6.5 years to reach £100k invested. But here's what often isn't talked about: Most of that wasn't compounding. It was my own contributions. Early on, how much you invest matters far more than what returns you get. If investing feels slow at the start - that's normal. Don't feel disheartened. Stick with it and be consistent. And if you are feeling like this, then this episode is for you and I hope it makes you feel a bit better and reassured. ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    10 min

  8. JAN 7

    Is This The Best Global ETF For 2026? - Tom's Personal Finance

    Listen to our other episode - What to look for when selecting a fund Tom from 'Tom's Personal Finance' joins me on this podcast episode to discuss potentially the best global ETF for UK investors in 2026. We analyse the ETF (Ticker: ACWI) - looking at the index it tracks, what it invests into, the fee, and more. You can take this exact criteria and apply it yourself when assessing funds. Finally, we discuss whether this is the best global ETF and how it compares to other popular global ETFs (VWRP, FWRG). Listen to the podcast episode for the full details. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Index 3:40 - Holdings 6:32 - Fees 8:25 - Other details 18:41 - Is this the best global ETF? 19:42 - Comparison to other global ETFs (VWRP, FWRG) 23:42 - How to pick one 25:25 - Outro ----------------------------------------- More investing: 📝 Download my free investing guide to help you start investing - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/Free-Investing-Guide 📕 Get my book Stop Waiting, Start Investing (available as a physical, digital and audiobook) - https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/swsi-book ----------------------------------------- ⚠️ Disclaimers: I am not a financial advisor and this does not represent financial advice, it is for entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional advice to get the best information for your personal situation. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance does not guarantee future results. ----------------------------------------- 📥 Get in touch: https://www.makingmoneysimple.co.uk/contact

    26 min
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The podcast helping you to invest and build wealth ✔️ I'm Ryan, a Chartered Accountant and investor from the UK and I share my mistakes, journey and knowledge - all whilst having a laugh - through this podcast! 💻 My website - https://makingmoneysimple.co.uk/ 📕 My book: Stop Waiting, Start Investing - https://linktr.ee/makingmoneysimple1 If you have any questions or want me to cover any specific topics, feel free to email me at: makingmoneysimple1@gmail.com

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