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Better With Money

The Irish Times
Budgeting
Ireland
Investing
Financial Management
Financial Literacy
Electric Vehicles
Debt Management
Pensions
Personal Finance
Side Hustles
Cost Of Living Crisis
Sinking Funds
Dublin
Financial Independence
Tax Relief
Saving Strategies
Tax Credits
Entrepreneurship
Car Financing
Travel Influencing

If you find managing your money a struggle, this is the podcast for you. From The Irish Times, Better With Money is a crash-course in how to spend responsibly, save effectively and make big financial decisions wisely.

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Irish Times deputy business editor, Dominic Coyle, and trust and estate practitioner,Trea McGuinness, discuss what’s set to be the biggest transfer of generational wealth ever in Ireland. That’s because the over 65s own the lion’s share of the countr... more

Investment expert Kevin Elliott returns to the podcast to answer the most commonly asked questions about Exchange Traded Funds, including the one he gets asked by almost every client: "Should I start investing in ETFs now, or wait for the personal in... more

As "Cheap Irish Homes" returns to TV screens, Better with Money explores whether vacant and derelict properties could actually offer a route to home ownership for first-time buyers, or would it be a rookie mistake to take on a "fixer-upper" that big?... more

For months there's been a maddening drip feeding of information about the Minister for Finance's proposed state-backed investment scheme for ordinary Irish savers. Yesterday the government finally nailed some colours to the mast revealing it will be ... more

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Recent Guests

Trea McGuinness
trust and estate practitioner, partner at BHSM
BHSM
Episode: Wills, windfalls and inheritance tax: Here’s how to understand them in Ireland
Rachael Uí Bhaoill
Renovation strategist and CEO of Sprague
Sprague
Episode: Thinking of buying a derelict property to create your dream home? Here’s what you need to know
Stephen Farrell
Program manager with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
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Episode: Thinking of buying a derelict property to create your dream home? Here’s what you need to know
Cliff Taylor
Managing editor and finance writer
The Irish Times
Episode: New investment scheme: Here's what we now know - and what we still don't
Conor Pope
Consumer Affairs Correspondent and Pricewatch Editor
The Irish Times
Episode: Back to School: Conor Pope's guide to surviving the September squeeze
Paul Merriman
CEO of Fairstone Ireland and founder of AskPaul.ie
Fairstone Ireland
Episode: Paul Merriman on pensions: ‘I’d rather see clients mortgage-free by 66 even if that means delaying contributions’
Órla Ryan
Reporter at The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: How the viral 'admin party' saved €1,169
Niamh Browne
Features writer at The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: How the viral 'admin party' saved €1,169
Neil Briscoe
Irish Times motoring journalist
The Irish Times
Episode: Buying a car: should you go Hire Purchase, PCP or a loan from your bank?

Hosts

Aideen Finnegan
Host of Better With Money
Paige Pritchard
Founder of overcomingoverspending.com
Cian Carolan
Managing Director of DNG Financial Services, Financial Planner

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Very useful for finances in Ireland

    Very useful for finances in Ireland

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helswave
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Great

    Love this podcast. Have learnt a lot from listening to the episodes. Thanks for finally creating something that is specific to the Irish Market.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    linaclaire
    Ireland3 months ago
  • So Informative

    Love this podcast. Breaks down money and investing simply.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rose2288IRE
    Australia5 months ago
  • One of the best podcasts I've listened to in a while. Interesting insights into other people's experiences, and very useful tips on saving, spending, clearing dept and longer-term investing in the future. Thank you!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Otter2026
    5 months ago
  • Podcast Addict
    Otter2026
    5 months ago

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Listeners praise practical, Ireland-focused financial guidance.
Host asks practical questions and keeps explanations accessible.
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#120
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Apple Podcasts
#93
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#1
Ireland/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#4
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#66
Hong Kong/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#71
Sweden/Business/Investing

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Buying a car: should you go Hire Purchase, PCP or a loan from your bank?
Q: Could you explain each financing option and their pros and cons?
The host outlines four main categories: car loans from banks or credit unions (cash-like purchase with straightforward ownership), higher purchase (dealer financing with ownership at the end), PCP (deposit plus a guaranteed future value that reduces monthly payments but leaves an end-of-term balance or equity decisions), and leasing (monthly rentals with no ownership, often lowest monthly cost but no asset stake). Each has trade-offs between ownership, monthly cost, and end-of-term options, plus mileage and condition risks to watch.
Impulse shopping ruining your finances? Here's how to break the cycle
Q: What motivated you to start overcoming overspending?
Paige explains she turned a personal struggle with compulsive shopping into a mission to help others by integrating mindset, emotions, and money to understand the true drivers of spending rather than just focusing on the numbers.
Solar Panels: 'Our electricity bill now averages €208 a month'
Q: How long does it typically take to break even and what adds to the payoff?
Payback depends on power costs, tariff structure, and whether you include storage; without storage, around five years for basic systems, and potentially longer if tariffs shift or the system is undersized.
Solar Panels: 'Our electricity bill now averages €208 a month'
Q: What would you consider as the first step for someone thinking about solar?
Start by understanding current energy usage from bills and smart meter data, then plan for future needs, such as an electric car, so the system size matches long-term goals.
“My salary was in my wardrobe” - How a former shopaholic overcame her overspending
Q: What is the strategy for overcoming the dopamine-driven urge to spend?
Paige explains that you combine mindset work with practical checks: slow down the decision, ask what you're really buying, consider the value and longevity, and ensure it fits your financial plan; also practice delaying gratification and visualize future priorities to reduce impulsive buys.

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The show focuses on practical personal finance, debt reduction, investing for beginners, mortgages, taxes, and sustainable money habits in Ireland. Across episodes, listeners hear expert guests—from financial planners to researchers and policy commentators—dissecting real-world money choices, budgeting tools, and strategies to navigate the Irish financial landscape. It stands out for grounding complex topics in accessible, actionable steps, with emphasis on cost awareness, long-term planning, and policy context, making it useful for listeners who want clear guidance tailored to the Irish market.

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1. Trea McGuinness
2. Rachael Uí Bhaoill
3. Stephen Farrell
4. Cliff Taylor
5. Conor Pope
6. Paul Merriman
7. Órla Ryan
8. Niamh Browne

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