Pension reform: what you need to know

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - News, Retirement

Further clarity on the new rules for pensions published by the Government

Retirement should be an exciting time, and these days there’s more scope than ever to arrange your finances the way you want them. For example, you could continue to work and take your pension benefits. That flexibility is great, but it does mean that the financial decisions coming up need careful consideration.   (more…)

How bright is your future?

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - News, Retirement

Millions of over-40s expect to carry on working
until they physically can’t continue

One in five Britons admitted that they are planning to ‘work until they drop’ in order to have a comfortable retirement, a study from Aviva has revealed. Worries about being able to afford their ‘ideal retirement’ means millions of over-40s are expecting to carry on working until they physically can’t continue. (more…)

Save smart and make your existing money grow

Posted on September 2, 2014 by - Investment, News, Retirement

5 tips to help you be more confident about your financial future

1 Always have some money that you can access easily and quickly for emergencies, before looking to invest for the longer term. It’s reassuring to know you’ve got money set aside to cover your rent, mortgage, food and utilities for a number of months. (more…)