by Katie Day | Jun 19, 2019 | Pensions
Do you know your LOL from your FLUMPS? Pensions are notoriously difficult to understand, and what really doesn’t help is the incredibly complex and strange language that comes with them. Our research1 reveals that Brits struggle to seperate pension related terms and...
by Katie Day | Mar 7, 2019 | Pensions
Pension scams have continued to hit the headlines over the last few months. This undoubtedly leaves a feeling of uncertainty surrounding pensions. Even more so if you’re in the position where you are starting to think about your retirement and what the options are for...
by Katie Day | Mar 5, 2019 | Pensions
From knowing how your pension is taxed to understanding when you can start taking money from your pension, there’s lots to think about when it comes to your future savings. That’s without the added complication of unfathomable terminology that many pension providers...
by Katie Day | Jan 18, 2019 | Pensions
Between April 2015 and September 2017, *72% of people dipped into their pension pot before the age of 65. In fact, some people have even withdrawn it all! Hang on, did we just say before the age of 65? That’s right. From the age of 55, you have the option to take lump...
by Katie Day | Dec 5, 2018 | Family
The big purchases in life are only getting more expensive, but just how many adult Brits are coughing up the cash themselves, or turning to their parents for financial help? Pensions advice specialists Portafina surveyed the nation* to find out how many are struggling...