There is some confusion about whether or not pension contributions are taxable. In general, contributions to a pension plan are considered to be a pre-tax expense. This means that you will not have to pay taxes on the money that you contribute to your pension plan. However, there may be some exceptions to this [...]
A workplace pension, also known as an occupational pension, is a retirement savings plan offered by an employer. Employees contribute a portion of their monthly salary to the plan, and the employer often matches those contributions. The money in the plan grows over time, and can be withdrawn once the employee retires. There are [...]
A stakeholder pension is a type of pension plan that is designed to benefit both the employer and the employee. It is a defined contribution plan, which means that the amount of money that is paid into the plan is predetermined. This type of plan is different from a traditional pension plan, which is [...]
Financial Advisors who have adopted the Pension Transfer Gold Standard demonstrate good practice: Helping you understand when advice is appropriate, before you take it. Ensuring advice given supports your overall wellbeing in the content of your stated objectives, needs and wants. Ensuring the most appropriate technical skills are utlised on your behalf. Ensuring your [...]