Annuities

Beware the great annuity swindle

Around a third of people at retirement accept the annuity offer from their pension provider instead of comparing it with other rates. This could boost your income by thousands of pounds.

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    Six steps to choosing the right annuity

    How do you go about ensuring you make a 'correct' decision over the use of the proceeds from the pension fund you have painstakingly contributed to during your working life? Jeff Prestridge has...

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    Buyers' Guide - Annuities

    Unless you retire with a final salary pension, you normally have to convert your pension fund into an income for the rest of your life. For the majority of people the most practical option is an...

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    Drawing your pension: what you need to know

    Moneywise look at types of pension options available to you, as well as explaining the differences between income drawdown and annuities.

  • Top 10 jobs for pensions

    The job you do determines the pension you are offered which can make all the difference when it comes to retirement. Sam Barrett reveals the occupations that offer the best rewards for your...

  • The new pension option to boost your retirement income

    A new retirement option allowing pensioners to invest their pension pot in a bridging fund could stave off dwindling annuity rates while earning income.