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What is the state pension triple lock?
The UK state pension triple lock is loved by pensioners but hated by economists. What is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
We explore the savings accounts that can best protect your money from inflation as millions of savers miss out on inflation-beating rates.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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What happens to your pension if you retire abroad?
Holidays don’t have to end. Thousands of people leave the UK every year, many to enjoy their retirement in another country, seeking lower taxes, sun and often more affordable adventure. We look at what happens to your pension if you retire abroad.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Inheritance tax reform ‘largely protects family farms’ – what are the alternatives?
Independent analysis of the government’s inheritance tax reforms has found eight out of 10 farming estates will be able to pay their IHT bill without having to sell off parts of the farm
By Laura Miller Published
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Average pension pot by age
How does your pension pot compare to your peers? We delve into the data and reveal the average pension pot for different age groups
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Are Premium Bonds worth it? Two-thirds of holders have never won a prize
NS&I’s Premium Bonds are popular thanks to the allure of winning in their monthly prize draw. But new data suggests that the majority of savers are yet to win a penny.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Could state pension age rise to 70? Review launched
The government has launched a review of the state pension age, which will consider the “merits” of automatic increases tied to life expectancy
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Rachel Reeves ‘considers replacing stamp duty with property sale tax’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is rumoured to be considering replacing stamp duty land tax with a new levy on the sale of properties worth more than £500,000
By Katie Williams Published
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Pension vs property: which option provides the best income for your retirement?
The next generation of retirees is taking a fresh approach to the debate over which is a better option, pension or property. But what happens to returns when you actually crunch the numbers, do pensions or property win out?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated