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Retirement planning is getting harder as cost of living bites

Difficulties in retirement financial planning in the current economic climate are highlighted in the latest  Scottish Widows Retirement Report. Contributions are falling, expected retirement ages are rising, and the likelihood of enjoying a ‘comfortable’ retirement is in doubt for some. Here are the key takeaways and recommendations from the report. Pension Contributions and Financial Wellbeing […]

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How Do Irish Pensions Differ from UK Pensions?

Collaborative Post Understanding pension systems is crucial for planning your financial future, especially if you’re considering moving between Ireland and the UK. Both countries offer pension schemes designed to provide financial security in retirement, but there are notable differences in how these systems operate. In this blog, we’ll explore the key distinctions between Irish pensions […]

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Revealed: Most Googled pension queries

Collaborative Post Getting to retirement can be a beautiful thing. You have the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of your labour, spend more time with family and loved ones, see your children and grandchildren grow, or just kick your feet up and enjoy some rest – that’s if you’ve planned your retirement and pension well. […]

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Underpaid State Pensions affect 134,000 people

In the continuing sage of the people who were underpaid State Pensions to the tune of £1billiion, it’s now thought that around 134,000 mostly women have been affected. The catalogue of errors that created the shortfall, uncovered originally by This is Money, has been heavily criticised by the National Audit Office. The problem has seen […]

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What happens to my pension if I move abroad?

Collaborative Post Moving abroad is an exciting step, particularly if you are moving for a happy, sunny, peaceful retirement. However, one of the more stressful aspects of making a big move abroad is sorting out your financials. Exchange rates, purchasing a home in your chosen destination and opening a new bank account can all be […]

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How to claim a lost pension

Update. A useful article written in February 2020 on how to track down missing pensions. Written by Rebecca Lenton Once your parent passes retirement age it’s likely they’ll be living off a number of pension pots. With most people moving jobs an average of 11 times during their working career it can be easy to […]

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