Pensions
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DWP announces small pension pot shake-up – could you get £1,000 retirement savings boost?
If you have old pension pots, you risk paying high fees or losing track of them. We look at what the government's small pensions pot consolidator plan could mean for you
By Laura Miller Last updated
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How increasing pension contributions can boost your Child Benefit and your retirement
Parents affected by the High Income Child Benefit tax Charge (HICBC) could boost their pension savings and increase the amount of Child Benefit they get
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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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. But what is the triple lock – and what does its future hold?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Hargreaves Lansdown slashes fees for ISA and SIPP investors - how does it compare to other providers?
Hargreaves Lansdown, the UK’s biggest investment platform, has dropped its fees by 40%, to their lowest ever level, for certain customers. Is it a good deal, and how does it compare to other providers?
By Ruth Emery Published
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State pension rises, but more pensioners face being taxed
The state pension has increased thanks to the triple lock, but frozen tax bands means more pensioners will start to pay tax.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Is a £250,000 pension pot enough to retire on?
Advice What would your retirement income be with a £250K pension pot? Knowing how much you can get makes it easier to plan for your golden years.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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It is getting more expensive to have a 'comfortable' retirement – how much will you need?
News New figures show the cost of retiring has rocketed amid high inflation and changing expectations. We look how much it costs to retire comfortably and and how to get there
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Avoid the pensioner tax trap – six ways to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The full new state pension rose by £470 a year from April, but with income tax thresholds still frozen, you could find yourself giving more away to the taxman. We look at ways to cut your bill.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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ISAs vs pensions – which is better for retirement?
Pensions are more tax-efficient overall but ISAs offer greater flexibility. Which is the best option as you save for retirement?
By Katie Williams Last updated