Episode details

Radio 5 Live,02 Nov 2026,22 mins
Mini Question Time: Is a LISA still worth it for first time buyers & retirement, now it’s being replaced?
The Martin Lewis PodcastAvailable for over a year
Martin Lewis answers a listener's question about Lifetime ISAs (LISAs), explaining how they were affected by the Chancellor's Budget announcements. He breaks down how LISAs work, whether the government announcement affects first-time buyers or savers, and the key rules, bonuses, and withdrawal penalties to be aware of. He also looks at whether a LISA can be used as an alternative to a pension, how the government bonus works, and the key advantages and drawbacks of saving for retirement this way.
Programme Website