Choosing your first stocks and shares Isa can be overwhelming. There are apps, brokerages and dozens of providers, all claiming to be the best. In this episode of Women and Wealth, funds editor Val Cipriani and personal finance editor Holly McKechnie walk you through how to choose the right one for you, whether you're investing for the first time or moving beyond cash savings.

They explain everything from what beginners should look for, which fees really matter, the differences between providers and the common mistakes to avoid. This episode will get you started on the path of investing, with Investors' Chronicle your handy guide as you grow your portfolio.

*At the time of recording, AJ Bell charged a trading fee for regular investing. The provider has since announced that this will be scrapped from May.

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