Money Box Live: How to Save for Children
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Most people would like to save for their children but it's not always straightforward. There are questions about the best accounts, about how much you can afford - and about what those children might decide to spend the money on once they hit 18! According to Standard Life 7 out of 10 parents are worried they're not saving enough for their youngsters' futures. Felicity Hannah is joined by Kirsty Stone, a Chartered Financial Planner at the financial adviser The Private Office and Stephanie Fitzgerald, Head of Young People Programmes at The Money Charity to answer your comments and questions. Presenter: Felicity Hannah Producer: Sarah Rogers Reporter: Eimear Devlin Editor: Jess Quayle (This programme was first broadcast on Wednesday the 15th of November at 3pm).
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