5 smart reasons why retirement planning should start in your 30s and 40s
Just 5% of Brits aged between 35 and 44 have taken financial advice to help them prepare for retirement. While…
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Running out of money tops retirement concerns, but financial planning could bring peace of mind
A survey of financial advisers has revealed that running out of money is one of the biggest retirement fears. Seeking…
Should you take your pension tax-free lump sum to kickstart retirement?
Did you know you could withdraw a lump sum from your pension without paying Income Tax? This could provide the…
Pensions v ISAs: Tax relief makes a huge difference to your calculations
Weighing up pensions v ISAs: Tax relief is an essential part of the calculations and could mean your savings go…
Explained: Your 3 main options when accessing your pension for the first time
If you’re preparing to take out a mortgage, working with a mortgage broker can be valuable. As well as helping…
3.3 million pre-retirees have started a phased retirement. Here’s what you need to know about managing your finances
Around a third of workers nearing retirement are choosing to phase into their next chapter, rather than quit work completely.…
61% of Brits feel stressed about later-life planning. Here are 5 things you can do to boost your confidence
More than half of Brits are worried about how they’ll cope financially in retirement. While managing your later-life finances can…
Why do people use equity release, and is it an option you should consider?
Equity release is becoming a popular way for people to fund their later years, and it could give your finances…
The majority of divorcees are overlooking pensions and it could leave them financially vulnerable
The law changed in 2000 to allow pensions to be split during a divorce or dissolution. Yet, just 1 in…
More people plan to work past traditional retirement age. Here’s what they need to consider
More people are expected to work past State Pension Age by 2030. Work can provide a sense of purpose and…
Generation X is looking forward to life’s small pleasures in retirement, but are in the dark about the cost
Research finds that Generation X is looking forward to life’s small pleasures in retirement, like socialising with family and friends…
Why switching to a sustainable pension is the best thing you can do to tackle climate change
A sustainable pension could prove to be an environmentally friendly alternative to your standard pension. Read about whether an ESG…
The gender pay gap: How it goes beyond salaries and affects retirement
While steps have been taken to close the gender pay gap, it’s still having a huge impact on pension and…
Underestimating the amount you need in retirement: How a mid-life check can help
Two-thirds of those aged 50 to 65 are under saving for retirement. Reviewing your pensions while still working can help…
Are you taking an unsustainable amount from your pension?
Figures suggest four in ten people may be taking an unsustainable income from their pension, potentially leading to financial insecurity…