Get your retirement plans in motion
A helping hand with your pension plans
There’s a whole lot to think about when you’re planning for retirement.
Is it worth paying into private or workplace pensions? Are you saving enough? Which investments should you choose? All these unanswered questions can make planning feel a little overwhelming.
So we’ve put together some handy articles to guide you through the planning process and give you a better understanding to get your retirement plans in order.
The value of your pension can go do down as well as up and you may get back less than has been paid in.
Pension basics explained
A little confused by all the jargon? Or just want to up your pensions know-how? Let us take you through the pensions essentials.
Six simple tricks to help you boost your pension
Giving your pension savings a little push can make a big difference. So take a look at our six tricks which could give it that boost.
Support with the cost of living
With the rising cost of living, we want our customers to feel supported. We've put together some practical tips and resources to help you stay on top of your finances.
Give our retirement planner tool a go
This handy tool is designed to give you an idea of just how much your pension might be worth when you decide to retire.
Taking you through the planning process
Take control of retirement planning
When it comes to your retirement plans, knowing what to do first can be a challenge. So let us give you a hand – our six-point checklist is a good place to start.
Why pay into your pension early?
Sorting out your pension may not be at the top of your to-do list. But if you get things up and running sooner, it could work out better for you later.
How long will retirement be?
It's difficult to know for definite. But there are things you can think about to help you plan more effectively.
What's pension tax relief all about?
Understand how pension tax relief works, what it's based on and the impact it has on paying into your pension.
Should I pay extra into my workplace pension?
Things to consider if you want to boost your retirement fund
Pensions for the self-employed
Don’t let saving for your future slip any further down your priority list: here’s what you need to know about paying into a pension if you’re self-employed.
What we can offer
See how we can help you get the most out of your retirement.
Annuity
It’s a way of using your pension pot to buy a guaranteed income for life – just like having a regular salary.
Income drawdown
It’s a flexible way of using your pension – taking it as and when you need it.
Equity release
If you're a UK homeowner aged over 55, our lifetime mortgage is a way of borrowing money against your home to help you make the most of your retirement.
With you through retirement, every step of the way
See how we can help you get the most out of your retirement.
Pension basics explained
A little confused by all the jargon? Let us take you through the pensions essentials.
Using your pension
See all the different ways you can start taking your pension money when you're ready.
Life in retirement
Learn what you should be thinking about as you approach retirement - and once you're retired.
Retirement help and support
See how we can support you, no matter where you are on your retirement journey.
