Latest Blogs
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Tilley: Let’s end the SIPP vs SSAS debate for good
As you might know from my previous columns on SIPPs Professional, I am, and have been for some time, a huge advocate for Small Self-Administered Schemes (SSAS).
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Lisa Webster: Pre-Budget withdrawals are spiking again
Ever since “tax-free cash” changed its official name to “pension commencement lump sum” back in 2006 there have been pre-Budget rumours that it was going to change – and not for the better.
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Tilley: Will Pensions Dashboards be a missed opportunity?
I can’t be alone in thinking that the recent House of Lords committee sessions on the Finance Bill and, in particular, discussion on bringing unused pension pots into scope for inheritance tax (IHT) made for interesting viewing.
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Lisa Webster: A tiny step forward on IHT and pensions
Last month I talked about the headaches and liabilities of being a personal representative (PR) for a deceased’s estate when pensions are included for inheritance tax (IHT) purposes from 6 April 2027.
Popular News
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Savers prioritise pension contributions
Almost a third (30%) of people now say they would increase their pension contributions if they undertook a pension review.
Senior executives from Nest, the National Employment Savings Trust, debated with industry experts this week on the best way to communicate with a new generation of savers.
More than six million Brits over-50 look set to retire on less than minimum wage, according to financial services provider LV.
Prudential's Class of 2012 research has highlighted a lack of long-term planning when it comes to coping with ill-health in retirement, says Prudential.
Independent financial advisers are the most trusted source of advice for millionaires, according to a survey by Skandia.
The Financial Services Authority has published new guidance today which may mean advisers will be less able to recommend a pension transfer.