From business etiquette to corporate jargon, personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and his financial planner friend Joshua Gerstler discuss the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of finance and wider society
Episodes
Monday Jan 13, 2020
Monday Jan 13, 2020
In the week that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they want to step back as senior royals and become financially independent, Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler explain what the pair and others need to know about income tax.
What is a tax band?
Why do we pay income tax?
What are the different income tax rates?
How to reduce your income tax bill
How a round of beers explains how the tax system works
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About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Jan 06, 2020
Monday Jan 06, 2020
Alien Concept: APR
Marc & Josh discuss the meaning behind the term APR and if there is a better definition.
What does APR stand for?
What products does it apply to?
Why should you worry about it?
Penny for your thoughts: Is it ever ok to steal from work?
Obviously any criminal activity in the workplace is wrong, but is there flexibility if you ever want to take home a pen, post-it note or an envelope?
Plus, we try Toast Ale, which is beer made using leftover fresh bread!
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Dec 16, 2019
Monday Dec 16, 2019
Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss adviser charging models.
What are the different ways to pay for financial advice?
Why is it better than the old commission-based system?
Why it is important to look beyond the price.
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Dec 09, 2019
Monday Dec 09, 2019
Inheritance tax is paid by fewer than 5% of estates yet is one of the most controversial taxes. Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss inheritance tax and how to reduce your estate's bill.
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
Marc Shoffman draws on the death of his dad to discuss with Joshua Gerstler the process of taking control of someone's estate, known as probate.
How much does probate cost?
Why do you need it?
How to apply?
How long should it take?
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Nov 25, 2019
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Joshua Gerstler puts co-presenter Marc Shoffman under the spotlight to find out his best money saving tip, financial regrets and what he would do if he won the lottery.
How would you respond to our quick fire financial questions?
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Nov 11, 2019
Monday Nov 11, 2019
Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler meet Paragon Banking Group business development manager Jason Wilde to discuss how the buy-to-let market has changed since the 90s boom through to the lender's exit from the market and its subsequent return, plus his early life as a lifeguard and love for Sheffield Wednesday (well someone has to).
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Oct 14, 2019
Monday Oct 14, 2019
In the fourth and final part of a series focused on insurance, Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss business protection.
What is the most important company asset?
How can keyman insurance, shareholder protection and relevant life cover can help protect your business?
How much does it cost and what is the best way to apply?
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
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Monday Oct 07, 2019
Monday Oct 07, 2019
From level term to loaded premiums, there is plenty of jargon in the world of protection.
In the third of a series dedicated to the insurance market, Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss the most common protection terms.
Do you know your level term from your indexation?
What is the difference between joint and single-life policies?
Are insurance payouts tax-free?
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
How to leave a review
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Monday Sep 30, 2019
Monday Sep 30, 2019
In the second of a series dedicated to protection, Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss the insurance application process.
The importance of being honest on your application.
Should you apply for insurance through an adviser or direct?
What documents do you need when applying for life insurance, income protection or critical illness?
About us
The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.
Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.
How to leave a review
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- Launch the Apple Podcast app on your smartphone
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