EP 12: The Tax & Money Mistakes That’ll Cost You in 2025

“You’re making money. Now what?”That was the question I posed to two of the most insightful women I know when it comes to money, mindset, tax and HMRC:💸 Fi Titus — Chartered accountant, startup founder, and co-founder of Coco Financial (aka “The Financial Fairy Godmother”)📊 Stella Ezeogu — ACCA-qualified tax strategist, ex-HMRC + HM Treasury advisor, and founder of AccountstarOn this episode of The Vanessa Podcast ; the weekly show where we break down money, careers, and the real-life stories of extraordinary people building their own lane — we dive into the changing financial landscape and what you need to know in 2025 whether you're a business owner, freelancing, running a side hustle, or navigating a 9–5.In this episode we discuss: The financial red flags HMRC is cracking down on in 2025Why you might be overpaying tax (and how to fix it)What the Company’s House U-turn really meansThe quarterly tax changes coming to side hustlersHidden tax reliefs working people are missingHow to protect your pension if you're earning over £100kHow to build wealth without “get rich quick” energyWhy too many founders pick the wrong business structureHow to prep for uncertain economies without panicThe mindset shift women need to close the wealth gapWhether you're scaling your business, filing your first return, or just tired of feeling confused about money — this one’s full of gems.📱 Follow the guests on Instagram:@cocofinancial (Fi)@accountstar_ (Stella)🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube📱 Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @vanessasanyauke📱 Follow the show: @thevanessapodcast🔔 Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode!