Pension Schemes Items

Auto-enrolment 'is not enough'

Auto-enrolment contributions 'not enough'

The maximum 8% contribution to auto-enrolment is not enough, the head of a financial advisory firm has warned today.

Reviewing pension options can grow your funds

Switching pension plans

Everyone wants to make the most of their retirement and putting a pension into a fund that is not giving a desired return could hinder your plans for the future. By understanding exactly what you want from your pension and switching providers to suit these needs, you can ensure a fulfilling retirement.

Pensions forced to take a back seat

Budgeting Brits would forsake pensions

Pensions are being forced to take a back seat as cash-strapped Brits favour nights out and holidays over retirement fund payments. This is according to new research from Prudential which asked working adults to outline their spending priorities when faced with a reduction in monthly expenditure.

What is pension release?

What is pension release?

Choosing to sell your pension is a big decision and it can help if you know what this means and what the process involves.

Savers could access cash before retirement

Early pension access idea gains support

Support has been given to the Government's idea of permitting early access to tax-free pension cash.

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Leeds unveils new cash ISA range

New cash ISAs can be opened with £1

Leeds Building Society has launched a new trio of easy access fixed rate cash ISAs. The one year fixed rate ISA offers a 2.5 per cent return, the two year version pays 2.75 per cent and the three year account pays three per cent.

Personal loan rates 'drop 2 per cent'

Personal loans can help with household costs

The average rate of a personal loan has dropped, according to comparison website Moneysupermarket.com. Figures from the site suggest that rates are 2 per cent lower than they were in 2008.