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Ever been on maternity or family leave? Check your pension contributions are correct
If you’ve taken leave to care for a new addition to your family, check your employer has paid into your pension correctly. Mistakes are common, often go unnoticed...
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Phased or partial pension drawdown explained
Pension drawdown lets you take money from your pension while leaving it invested, including the option to take a tax-free lump sum. Rather than moving all your...
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How tax works on pension income
Your pension is usually counted as part of your earnings, so you’ll pay tax on any income above your tax-free allowances. Here’s all you need to know, including...
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Ways to close the gender pensions gap
On average, women have around half as much saved in a pension as men by age 60. Here are steps you can take to help close the gender pensions gap.
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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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Pension buyout policies: an insurer pays your pension instead
If your employer’s pension scheme is closing, an insurance company might be paid to run your pension instead. This is usually called an individual buyout policy,...
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What happens to my pension when I die?
Your pension money can usually be paid to someone else when you die, depending on the type of pension you have. Here’s what you need to know about pension death...
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Take your pension as a guaranteed income: annuities explained
If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose how and when to take your money. One option is to convert some or all of your pension into...
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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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Increase your retirement income with Pension Credit
If you’ve reached State Pension age, check if you can claim Pension Credit – this extra retirement income could pay you thousands a year. It also means you could...
