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Thinking about opting out of your pension? 🚨 Listen to this first. In this episode of the Level Up Financial Education Podcast, Jacques and Peter discuss why some people choose to opt out of their workplace pension — and why you may have more options than you realise. From investment choices to understanding how your pension actually works, there are often ways to make your pension work better for you without opting out altogether. We break down the different options available, some of the common misconceptions around pensions, and why it’s worth understanding your choices before making a decision that could affect your future. If you’ve ever thought “I don’t want my pension invested like this” or “I’d rather opt out”, this episode is for you. Don’t opt out before you understand your options. Website: www.levelupfinancial.co.uk Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: We do not provide financial advice or investment recommendations, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any financial decisions. #LevelUpFinancialEducation #Pensions #PensionPlanning #FinancialEducation #Investing #PersonalFinance #RetirementPlanning #FinancialLiteracy

It has been 10 years since Jacques and Peter started their own individual investment journeys. Join the Level Up Financial Team as they delve into what has worked, what hasn't, mistakes made and how you can use their experiences to become better investors. Website: www.levelupfinancial.co.uk Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: We do not provide financial advice or investment recommendations, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any financial decisions.

After 250 episodes, it's time for the next chapter. In this special milestone episode, we're revealing the new name of the podcast and explaining why we've decided to rebrand from Woke Finance to Level Up Financial Education. We share the thinking behind the change, what it means for the future of the podcast, and our continued mission to make financial education accessible, practical, and empowering for everyone. Whether you've been with us since episode one or you've only recently joined the community, thank you for being part of the journey. Here's to the next 250 episodes! Logo designers: https://www.instagram.com/builtrightstudio_/ Sign up to our mailing list via our website: https://www.levelupfinancial.co.uk/ Disclaimer: We do not provide financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Would you give up part of your State Pension in exchange for £12,500 today? In this episode, the Woke Finance team reacts to a new proposal aimed at helping young people get onto the property ladder. We explore the potential benefits, the hidden costs, and whether sacrificing future retirement income is a price worth paying for homeownership. Find original article that the team are reacting to here: https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/mortgageshome/article-15888225/Young-people-swap-years-state-pension-12-500-cash-property-ladder-new-proposal.html Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Many business owners are earning more than ever—but still don’t feel financially secure. Join the Woke Finance team as we unpack why high income doesn’t always translate to real wealth, and the hidden habits, pressures, and blind spots that keep people stuck in a cycle of “earning but not building. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

The new tax year is here—are you making the most of it? In this episode, the Woke Finance team breaks down what’s changed for the new ax year and highlights the key allowances you should have on your radar. From the £20,000 ISA allowance to other valuable tax-efficient opportunities. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Putting assets in a trust can bring about benefits such as avoiding the lengthy and costly probate process, reducing inheritance taxes, controlling how beneficiaries receive their inheritance and more. Join the Woke Finance team as they discuss pros and cons + whether people should be considering using one. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Happy new year! Join the Woke Finance team as they react to this recent news article of a high earning family expressing they still feel a strong level of financial stress. Hear tips on what we can do to avoid such situations regardless of our income. Original article here: https://www.thetimes.com/money/article/childcare-costs-financial-stress-experience-advice-fpdx0zprc#:~:text=Matthew%20Griffiths%20was%20a%20poster,year%20by%20his%20early%20thirties Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

As 2025 draws to a close, it’s the ideal time to reflect on what you’ve achieved in the past 12 months and start planning for the year ahead. Join the Woke Finance team as they share 6 things you should consider doing for 2026. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Today the UK Chancellor unveiled measures that will affect ISA’s, savings, pensions, and more. Join the Woke Finance team as they respond to some of the changes and what people can do when it comes to their own personal finances. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Amazon recently made a number of redundancies due to the ever growing usage of AI. Join the Woke Finance team as they discuss these layoffs and how this relates to a term coined ‘The K Shaped Economy’. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Key indicators are pointing towards a potential stock market crash. Join the Woke Finance team as they discuss how investors can prepare for a potential crash in 2026. Woke Finance Co-Founders Jacques recently featured on the Savvy Wallet podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hk0wOIFp9o4 Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Surprise surprise, 25th December is coming around again! Join the Woke Finance team as they share tips on preparing financially for the festive season upon us. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

The reservoir strategy can help you manage market volatility by structuring your investments into short-, medium-, and long-term reservoirs. Join the Woke Finance team as they discuss how to build your investment reservoir. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.

Retirement planning isn't just about finances; it's about creating the life you desire when it's time to step away from your career. Join the Woke Finance team for this MUST listen episode as they discuss how anyone can stat planning for retirement today. Sign up to our mailing list via our website: www.wokefinance.co.uk Disclaimer; We do not give out financial advice, but rather education and our own opinions. Please do your own due diligence and seek professional advice before making any personal finance decisions.