After decades of hard work, you deserve to make the most of your retirement years with confidence and peace of mind. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from pensions and investments to finding fulfilling work, travelling, and enjoying your newfound freedom. Financing Retirement is here to help.
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The Excessive Retirement Charges Affecting Pensioners
Thousands of pensioners face financial hardship from excessive service charges in private retirement developments, according to Age UK.
Assessing Your Assets
Figure out what you own before retirement by counting up your property, savings, investments and other assets that could fund your future.
Annuities: What Are the Alternatives?
If annuities don't appeal to you, see what other options exist for turning your pension into regular retirement income.
Pension Income Tax Estimator (Free Tool)
Estimate the income tax you will pay on your pension, including your personal allowance and the 25 percent tax-free lump sum, so you know what you will actually take home.
Financing Retirement Challenges: World Economic Forum Report
The World Economic Forum warns that current pension systems won't sustain retirement as populations age worldwide.
Planning and Financing Funerals
Help manage the rising costs of funerals with practical planning and financing options before or after a death occurs.
Dealing with a Deceased Partner's Money
Handle your deceased partner's finances and assets step by step, from managing debts to distributing their estate.
The Pros and Cons of Equity Release
Weigh up whether equity release could work for your retirement or if the drawbacks outweigh the benefits.
Annuities: A Rip Off or a Complex Retirement Product?
Annuities have a bad reputation, but are they really a ripoff or a legitimate way to turn your pension into retirement income.
Why the CBI Is Pushing for a Delay on Enforced Retirement
The CBI warns the Government to delay scrapping the default retirement age until businesses and workers understand the full impact.
What to Do with a Low Pension Fund Forecast: Case Study
See how Jim negotiated a better pension annuity rate than his initial disappointing offer from his provider.
Pension Companies Forcing Thousands Into an Impoverished Retirement
UK pension companies charge fees four times higher than Europe, leaving savers thousands of pounds worse off in retirement.
Pensions: How to Take Control of Your Pension Pots
Keep track of your pension statements to spot underperforming pots and make changes that boost your retirement savings.
The Excessive Retirement Charges Affecting Pensioners
Thousands of pensioners face financial hardship from excessive service charges in private retirement developments, according to Age UK.