Pensions
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State pension top-up: just days to go until 5 April deadline
News Those wanting to fill any gaps in their National Insurance (NI) record since April 2006 and claim extra credits to boost their state pension must act quickly
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How to get an ISA and SIPP cashback bonus
Tips Here are the best deals available, with some providers giving away as much as £5,000 in cashback for opening or transferring an account
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Checklist: 10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2024/25 tax year
Tips The end of the 2024/25 tax year is fast approaching. We’ve put together an action plan so you can maximise valuable tax breaks and allowances before they disappear on 5 April
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How to find the best pension drawdown provider
Thinking about a pension drawdown plan? MoneyHelper’s price comparison tool could be a good place to start – but there are plenty of other things to consider.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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How to profit from the trends shaping the UK pension system
The UK pension system is one of the biggest in the world. Big changes are under way, says Rupert Hargreaves
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Annuities guide: what they are, types, how to buy them
Confused about annuities? You're not alone. But if you're about to retire, it's an important financial concept to grasp.
By Harriet Meyer Last updated
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State pension to rise by 4.1% in April 2025 – but ‘bizarre tax cliff edge’ looms
The full new state pension will increase by £471 thanks to the triple lock, bringing it to just under £12,000 a year
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensioner incomes have been stagnant since 2010, says DWP
The average pensioner income sits at £407 a week, up by just £15 compared to 2010. Will incomes increase in future, and what could happen to the state pension?
By Ruth Emery Published
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10 years of pension freedoms: what choices have pension savers made?
Since April 2015, older savers have been able to take money directly from their pension, rather than buying an annuity. We look at the impact of pension freedoms - and how savers have spent their cash
By Ruth Emery Published