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How to invest your pension after taking money out
If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose to take some money out and leave the rest invested so it can continue to grow. Here’s what...
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How much should I save for retirement?
You’ll need retirement income of at least £13,900 a year, or £22,500 if you’re in a couple – according to the Retirement Living Standards. This covers your essential...
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Types of investments
Investors have a wide range of investment products to choose from, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. Here we look at the main types of investments ...
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Early retirement
Early retirement might sound like a good idea if you’re made redundant or want to make a change. But it’s important to weigh up the pros and cons. Take the time...
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Boost your pension with contribution matching
If your employer offers contribution matching, they’ll pay more into your pension when you do. If you can afford to, it’s an easy way to boost your retirement...
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How to prepare and plan for retirement
Here are the key actions you can take to help you have enough money for a comfortable retirement.
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The annual allowance for tax relief on pension savings
Each tax year, you can usually get tax relief on your pension contributions up to 100% of your earnings or £60,000 – whichever is lower. Here’s what you need...
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Take your pension as multiple lump sums
If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose how and when to take your money. One option is to leave the money invested and take cash lump...
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What to do about someone’s pension when they’ve died
When someone dies, their pension will usually pass to the people they nominated or pay an income to their dependants. If you’re able to, it’s best to let the...
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Tax and pensions
Pensions have a unique feature – your savings are normally boosted by extra money from the government, called tax relief. You can also usually take some of your...
