Pensions
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Should you consolidate your small pension pots?
Tips If you have old pension pots, you risk paying high fees or losing track of them. As the IFS calls on the government to automatically consolidate small pension pots, we ask whether it makes sense to consolidate them yourself
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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6 ways to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The full new state pension will rise by another £470 in April, but with income tax thresholds still frozen, you could find yourself giving more away to the taxman. We look at ways you can cut your bill.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What is the state pension age and when will you get yours?
The state pension age has been rising as people live longer. When will it next go up and will you still be working in your 70s?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Tax return deadline: Will you get your self-assessment forms in on time, as millions still need to file?
With just days to go, millions of taxpayers risk a fine if they fail to get their self-assessment tax return to HMRC before the 31 January deadline.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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What the government's defined benefit pension scheme raid means for you
The government wants to let companies use extra final salary scheme funds to boost the economy but there are risks involved. What does it mean for you if you have a defined benefit pension?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Pensions guide: the different types of pensions you need to know about
Tutorials Our pensions guide explains the different ways you can save for your retirement
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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The 8% pension rule: what is it and is it enough to retire on?
You are probably saving this amount into a pension each month without even realising. But what is the 8% rule and is it enough to give you a comfortable retirement?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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HMRC vows to tackle overtaxed pension scandal as pensioners reclaim millions
Pensioners claimed almost £50 million in pension tax overpayment refunds in the past three months. Now, HMRC says it wants to improve the system so pension savers “pay the right amount of tax from the outset”. We explain what’s changing
By Ruth Emery Published
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Key pension changes in 2025
There are several big changes happening to pensions this year. Here’s what you need to know, from the state pension and pensions dashboards to preparing for an inheritance tax hike
By Ruth Emery Last updated