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Increase your State Pension with voluntary National Insurance contributions
You usually need 35 qualifying years of National Insurance (NI) contributions to get the full State Pension. If you do not have enough, you can pay to fill gaps...
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Boost your pension with additional voluntary contributions (AVCs)
One way to top up your pension savings is by making additional voluntary contributions (AVCs) – either by paying more into your existing scheme or setting up...
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Workplace pension contributions: how much must be paid in
Find out how much of your wages you and your employer must pay into your workplace pension, including our quick and easy calculator.
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How to find a pension or retirement adviser
Paying for financial advice can help you plan for retirement, including the best ways to save, invest and take your pension. This might mean you have more money...
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How to transfer out of a defined benefit pension
If you have a defined benefit pension, you’re usually better off leaving it where it is – even if your employer has offered you an incentive to move it to a ...
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How to choose your own pension investment options
Your pension provider will typically manage your money for you, so you do not need to do anything. But if you have a defined contribution pension, you might ...
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How to find old or lost pensions
If you’ve lost touch with a pension provider, they will not know how to pay you when you retire. Here’s how to trace all your pensions so you do not miss out...
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Why has my pension pot gone down in value?
The way your pension is invested could mean that your pot isn’t worth what it used to be. Find out why and what you can do to help rebuild your savings for retirement.
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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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Increase your State Pension by deferring your claim
If you decide not to claim your State Pension when you reach State Pension age, you can usually increase the amount you’re entitled to. You do not have to let...
