Hannah McEwen

Money Editor

As one of MSE's Money Editors, Hannah's main areas of interest include budgeting, reclaiming, mortgages, benefits, pensions and student finance.

Hannah has many years of experience in consumer journalism, and helping people to become empowered to tackle financial challenges is something she feels strongly about.

Before joining MSE, Hannah worked at Which? for 12 years, as well as spending some time in the charity sector and book publishing.

Hannah lives on the south coast and likes walking by the sea, especially at low tide, and visiting Spain when she can.

Recent coverage in the press

Seven ways to secure the best mortgage deal in the market - The Independent

Buying a new-build home: key things to look for and what to avoid when buying a new home - The Standard

Latest from Hannah McEwen

10 March 2026

If you have a workplace or private pension, completing an 'expression of wish' form with your provider, and making sure it's up to date, will let them know who you'd like your pensions savings to go to if you die before you retire.

3 March 2026

Image of a hand putting coins into a jar marked 'Pension'.

26 November 2025

Earn more than £60,000 a year, and though you might receive full Child Benefit, you'll later have to pay some of it back via self-assessment – known as the High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge. This could seem more hassle than it's worth, but there are important advantages to claiming, including one that can be worth £1,000s in future State Pension payments for your partner (or another relative who helps with childcare).

7 October 2025