Pension savings for the over-40s
Is it worth saving into your company scheme if you are in your forties? Research from Fidelity suggests it is not too late to build up a decent retirement pot. The post Pension savings for the over-40s...
View ArticleHow to…plan for retirement
Pension providers are fond of reminding us that we will increasingly have to look after ourselves in retirement. If pension planning is one of those things that never gets ticked off your to-do list,...
View ArticleSeven things to consider if inheritance tax is a problem
The rise of Britain's 'most hated' tax looks unstoppable: Traditionally inheritance tax (IHT) didn’t impact many people largely because the thresholds were set very high, but with rising house prices...
View ArticleHow to work out your income in retirement
For people approaching retirement who have a number of possible income streams, it can be difficult working out how much you need and the tax implications of drawing on your money. The post How to work...
View ArticleWomen and pensions: why you need to care
There is widespread talk of the gender pay gap, but there is a far greater gap between men and women on pension provision and it could significantly influence your future wealth. The post Women and...
View ArticleYou don’t have to be a risk-taker to be a pension millionaire
You don’t need to stick your money in high risk investments to become a pension millionaire, research shows. The post You don’t have to be a risk-taker to be a pension millionaire appeared first on...
View ArticleUK’s lost pensions total £20bn: how to track yours down
A “jaw-dropping” 1.6 million lost pension pots worth nearly £20bn could be sitting unclaimed, according to new research from an insurance trade body. The post UK’s lost pensions total £20bn: how to...
View ArticleSelf-employed want government pension saving help: what they can do now
Self-employed workers want government help to stop them heading into a full-blown pension crisis, a survey has found. The post Self-employed want government pension saving help: what they can do now...
View ArticleUK’s self-employed millennials on track to retire broke: what they can do...
Britain’s growing brigade of self-employed millennials risks running out of money later in life, a report has warned. The post UK’s self-employed millennials on track to retire broke: what they can do...
View ArticleQuestions to ask a prospective financial adviser
With so many firms vying for your business, picking the right professional to manage your finances can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve launched a mini-series on how to get the right advice. The...
View ArticleHow to start building a pension in your 40s in three easy steps
The earlier you start saving for retirement the better, but don't panic if you've left it until later in life to open a pension. The post How to start building a pension in your 40s in three easy steps...
View ArticleBLOG: Your five-point pension transfer checklist
If you’re looking to tackle your life admin, and you want greater control over your finances, combining pension pots is a good place to start. The post BLOG: Your five-point pension transfer checklist...
View ArticleHow to boost your state pension as women lag men
Women on the new state pension get an average of £164.90 a week compared to men who pocket £170.51. Here's how women can help themselves to bridge the pension gap. The post How to boost your state...
View ArticleHow to talk to family about inheritance
If there were ever two subjects guaranteed to kill the conversation at a family gathering, it’s money and death - but when is the right time to have the often-dreaded inheritance discussion? The post...
View ArticleNational Insurance gaps: How to pick the best years to boost your pension
If you’re thinking of making voluntary National Insurance contributions to boost your state pension, here are three things you need to know first. The post National Insurance gaps: How to pick the best...
View ArticleGUIDE: Everything you need to know about pension annuities
Annuities are ‘back in fashion’ as rates have soared, but what are they and should you consider one for your retirement and income plan? We go back to basics to explain more. The post GUIDE: Everything...
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