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Can you pay into someone else’s pension - and how much can you pay?
Three-quarters of savers are unaware that they can pay money into someone else’s pension. But contributing to a loved one’s nest egg can be a sound financial decision. We explain the rules.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Half of pension savers have 'no idea' they are being charged fees
News Research shows 50% of Brits are unaware that they are paying fees on their pension pots
By Chris Newlands Published
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Conservative manifesto state pension plan: what is the triple lock plus? Rishi Sunak policy explained
Explainer The triple lock plus policy has been touted by Rishi Sunak as a tax cut for pensioners. But experts say it could still lead to retirees paying tax, and push the state pension age up.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Almost 2.5 million retirees will pay tax on state pension despite triple lock plus policy, says Steve Webb
The former pensions minister argues that the Conservatives’ claim that pensioners will never pay income tax on their state pension is incorrect. We look at the figures.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Conservatives predict state pension will hit £13,200 by 2029
The UK state pension will reach £13,200 by the end of the next parliament, thanks to the triple lock, according to the Tories. We look at how inflation will affect the forecasts.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Pension warning: almost 30% of people have no idea of their retirement needs
News Research from Scottish Widows points to a ticking time bomb when it comes to UK pensions
By Chris Newlands Published
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Magnificent Seven stocks: how much of your pension is invested in top tech shares?
The ‘Magnificent Seven’ is made up of market-leading companies, such as Amazon, Nvidia and Tesla. Recent research shows these firms now play a big part in our pension pots.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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How to invest like a Sipp millionaire
The number of self-invested personal pension (Sipp) millionaires has surged by 20% over the past two years, according to one investment platform. We look at how the millionaires invest, and top tips to growing your pension wealth
By Ruth Emery Published
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Should you switch your pension fund?
Many pension fund options are poor performers, thanks partly to high charges. Is it worth switching?
By David Prosser Published