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EPISODE · Dec 19, 2025 · 15 MIN

Mortgage, ISA or pension? What most people get wrong

from The Personal Investor · host Fidelity International

If you’ve got a bit of extra cash each month, what’s the smartest thing to do with it? Should you overpay your mortgage, invest in an ISA or pay more into your pension? It sounds simple, but making the wrong choice could leave you tens of thousands of pounds worse off over the long term. We’ve crunched the numbers and uncovered which option could leave you significantly better off. This week Andrew Oxlade is joined by Marianna Hunt to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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