Best and cheapest investment platform for £50,000 savings
How to choose the best and cheapest investment platform and DIY investing ISA In this article we provide a definitive guide to investment platform…
Pensions
The minimum amount you can pay into a pension each month for a comfortable retirement
How much should I pay into my pension each month? Hi Damien, I am 35 years old and I am conscious that I need to…
The best annuity for £100,000
How to find the best annuity for £100,000 Anybody approaching retirement needs to think about what is the best way to take their pension income…
Is a SIPP worth it?
Are SIPPs worth it? SIPPs (Self Invested Personal Pensions) are a popular alternative to traditional personal or stakeholder pensions. SIPPs offer a way of taking…
Build your perfect retirement in 15 minutes
One myth I want to dispel straight away is that planning your retirement is complicated. Pensions have never been more accessible, flexible and most importantly…..simple….
New pension changes – what are my options?
New pension rules that were introduced in April 2015 mean that some 4.5m people will now have complete freedom to access their pension from the age…
The new pension changes explained – What you need to know
The new pension changes explained In the Budget 2014 the Chancellor announced new pension rules which brought about significant changes to the way people will be…
Pensions: Can I carry forward unused annual allowances?
Is it possible to carry forward unused annual allowances? My wife has a SIPP worth about £28K. She has not made any contributions in to…
I’ve separated from my wife, is it true that she’ll still get my pension if I die?
Reader Question: I have a works pension which I put into a private pension. I have been separated from my wife but not divorced. With…
Cash in small pension funds & get a larger lump sum
Under current UK pensions legislation your pension fund ultimately has to provide you with a retirement income and, if you choose, a small tax-free lump…
Work out how much to save for retirement on the back of an envelope
Most people realise that they need to save for their retirement as the State is not going to be able to look after them. But…