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Why You Shouldn’t Lose Sight Of Your UK Pension

May 6, 2019 by Tim McMahon

Pension Tree

Whether you’re currently unemployed, hunting or just starting a new job, it’s easy to forget the idea of a pension ticking over in the background. Saving for your retirement is vital for ensuring security in old age. While it might seem insignificant at the moment, it’s worth considering what options you have when it comes to saving for it and looking after it. Luckily, the pension experts at Portafina have created a list of crucial reasons why you shouldn’t lose sight of your pension.

You’ll be Automatically Enrolled

If you’re currently employed in the UK, over 22 years of age and earning over the threshold of £10k, then you will have automatically been enrolled on your workplace pension scheme. When you factor in your contributions, your employer’s and the tax relief you’ll receive as a bonus, it totals to 8% of your annual salary. There’s also no reason to stick to the minimum amount – adding more will only do more to boost your overall pension pot. By not even investing in the minimum, or not automatically enrolling yourself, you could be losing out in thousands of pounds to support yourself after employment.

As mentioned, tax relief is something you are entitled to, so ensure you are receiving the full amount. This is claimed back from the government by both employers and personal pension providers. If you’re enjoying a higher or additional tax rate, you may need to claim this back yourself via HMRC’s self-assessment form.

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Filed Under: Europe, Retirement Tagged With: National Insurance, Pension, retirement, UK

Only 25% Intend to Retire at Retirement Age

May 10, 2017 by Tim McMahon

Every two years Gallup does a survey and asks working age adults if they intend to retire once they reach “full retirement age”. This is the age set by the Social Security department for when you qualify for retirement benefits. In years past this was 65 years old, but in an effort to salvage the Social Security system they extended the age. If you were born in 1937 or earlier full retirement age is still 65 but if you were born in 1960 or later full retirement age is 67. And in between, full retirement age gradually increases from 65 to 67. See the Social Security Administration’s Benefit By Year Of Birth chart.

Gallup Survey Results

In the 2017 survey, 25% of the respondents said they plan to retire as soon as they are eligible. And on the other end of the spectrum [Read more…] about Only 25% Intend to Retire at Retirement Age

Filed Under: Retirement Tagged With: retirement, retirement age, Social Security

Protect Yourself Against Retirement Fraud

March 6, 2013 by Tim McMahon

People who retire have worked many years to earn what they have. Retirement accounts such as pensions, 401Ks and IRAs are carefully funded and managed over the employee’s working life to ensure there will be enough money in them to provide for the person’s retirement. Unfortunately, there are many people out in the world whose goal is to take the very money these workers have spent so many years earning and saving.

Retirement fraudAfter all, they reason, why spend years accumulating it when you can steal it all in a few minutes?  Retirement fraud is big business to some, and they will stop at nothing to get other peoples’ hard-earned money. Senior citizens have long been targets of scams. So after retiring, there are many scams you should be wary of, so that you are not left broke and wondering what to do next. Here are some tips to help you avoid becoming a victim.

Don’t Be Rushed

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Filed Under: Retirement Tagged With: retirement, retirement planning

Kick Your Debt to the Curb before Retirement

July 6, 2011 by Guest Contributor

By Stewart Smith

We all desire to spend our post retirement days in ease, pleasure and enjoyment. However, to do this you need to retire with enough money to cover your daily retirement expenses and any emergencies that arise. You also should not have any more debt left to take care of in the post retirement days.

Sadly, ignoring this one piece of advice and retiring with a large amount of debt can derail even the best-laid retirement plans.

Yes… debt relief is essential before retirement to assure a secure financial future. [Read more…] about Kick Your Debt to the Curb before Retirement

Filed Under: Retirement Tagged With: budgeting, personal finance, retirement, saving, saving money, savings

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