Retirement planning
ABI warns against ‘Pensions panic’
With lockdown causing financial worries for many families, the ABI is warning people not to see their pensions as a quick way of raising cash, and to think twice before making any rash financial decisions during this uncertain time.
How the equity release market fared in 2019
Equity release continues to be a major way of providing retirement income, according to research published by Key Retirement Solution, one of the UK’s leading equity release specialists. It wasn’t all plain sailing in 2019 as the sector suffered some of the effects of political and economic instability resulting in a 4% drop in total [...]
Can I transfer my pension to another pension?
If you’ve had more than one job, you may have multiple workplace pensions and find it difficult to k...
What is the role of a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney isn’t just something to consider when planning for later life. It could...
If you’re self-employed, is your State Pension at risk?
Self-employed workers tend to have lower levels of pension savings, and a greater reliance on the St...
The financial planning requirements of James Bond, Harry Potter and Doctor Who
We take a look at the finances of three fictional heroes from the UK and discuss how financial plann...
No such thing as a ‘no risk’ pension
When looking at options for funding your retirement, it’s important to understand that your pension...
Equity release in retirement; supplementing your pension with your property
When nearing retirement we face the challenge of ensuring our funds will last. Increasing numbers of...