Pensions
Comprehensive news, insights and advice on pensions: from SIPPs to the State Pension, types of annuities to building a comfortable pension pot from the MoneyWeek team.
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Can you still afford to retire in 2026?From high interest rates and inflation to tax changes, there are plenty of factors to consider if you plan to retire in 2026 – here is how to prepare.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Salary sacrifice changes: millions set to cut pension contributionsPlans to restrict salary sacrifice on pension contributions will lead to lower levels of saving, according to the government's own estimates.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How much money do I need to retire comfortably?We look how much it costs to enjoy a comfortable retirement lifestyle and how to get there
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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The top five questions to ask yourself when preparing for retirementThe Pensions Commission recently shone a light on many groups of people that are vastly underprepared for retirement – are you one of them?
By Sam Shaw Published
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How to set up a pension if you're self-employedFeatures Just 4% of wholly self-employed workers are paying into a pension, meaning millions of people could be woefully unprepared for retirement. We explain the different options for people who work for themselves
By Sam Shaw Last updated
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MoneyWeek Talks: Are you prepared for new IHT changes?MoneyWeek Talks In our latest podcast, financial adviser Lisa Conway-Hughes runs through everything you need to know about the inheritance tax changes coming in April 2027.
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Are you missing out on Pension Credit? How to claim the benefit worth £4,500 a yearHundreds of thousands of eligible households are still failing to apply for Pension Credit. We explain who qualifies for the benefit and how to apply.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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How to boost your retirement finances as more people set to live to 100 years oldLater-life planning is more important than ever, with 19% of girls and 12% of boys born in 2024 expected to live to 100, according to the Office for National Statistics.
By Sam Walker Published
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Triple lock alternatives: will the government reform the state pension?The government has promised not to touch the state pension triple lock this Parliament, but rising costs mean reform could be inevitable eventually
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
