5 ways financial planning could help you emotionally prepare for retirement While financial challenges often come up when those nearing retirement are asked about their concerns, emotional obstacles could be just as important. A financial plan might include looking at areas… read more
Is your mindset holding you back from enjoying your retirement? Financial planning could help When you think about retirement planning, what challenges come to mind? While ensuring you have enough saved and that you don’t run out of money are common concerns, there is… read more
47% of retirees leave work earlier than expected, but just 31% say they could afford to Retiring early is a dream for many. Whether you’re looking forward to putting your feet up or going on an adventure, it’s a huge milestone and it’s important to be… read more
Annuity rates are rising, and they could provide retirees with a valuable reliable income Annuities used to be an essential part of retirement planning, but they’ve fallen out of favour since the government introduced Pension Freedoms legislation in 2015. However, now that annuity rates… read more
Revealed: How long will you spend in retirement as more people than ever reach 100? When you’re nearing retirement there are a lot of big decisions you need to make. From when to retire to how much income to take from your pension, how long… read more
Typical worker approaching retirement is 58% short of their pension goal. Are you saving enough? Figures suggest that workers nearing retirement could find they’re facing a significant income shortfall later in life. Understanding how your pension savings will add up before you retire is crucial… read more
The useful guide to reaching your retirement goals Getting the most out of retirement and reaching your goals requires planning. Not thinking about your post-work years until you reach that milestone can mean that a retirement that promised… read more
What kind of lifestyle does a £1 million pension buy? A million-pound pension can provide you with financial freedom in retirement, but it may not deliver the millionaire lifestyle you think. Having access to a £1 million can conjure images… read more
Guide – Your retirement choices: how to generate an income in later life Since Pension Freedoms were introduced in 2015, retirees have had more choice when they access their pension. However, it also means you have more responsibility for generating an income later… read more
4 reasons to switch pension providers to boost your retirement savings (and 3 things to do first) Do you know who your current pension provider is? If so, do you know why you chose them? Even when you’re making regular pension contributions, these may not be things… read more
Have you prepared emotionally for retirement? Have you started preparing for retirement yet? If you’re nearing this milestone you may have contemplated whether your pension will be enough and how you’ll create an income. It’s often… read more
Beware of pension trap when accessing your pension before retirement For most people, their pension becomes available at the age of 55, rising to 57 in 2028, even if they plan to work past this point. It means you can… read more
