Figures show a huge surge in the number of people making voluntary National Insurance contributions to top up their State Pension record. It could help you increase your retirement income but there are some things to be aware of before you proceed. The State Pension often provides a foundation to build your retirement income on. […]

Thousands of retirees access their pension every year. However, it can still involve making many challenging decisions. How should you access your savings? What is a sustainable annual income? What can you do to minimise tax? Understanding the pitfalls to avoid when you first access your pension can help you build a retirement income that […]

A bucket list should be personal, fun and help you accomplish the things you want in life. We often talk about things that are on bucket lists, whether it’s travelling to a new destination or trying your hand at something different, but have you ever written down your ideas? Putting together a bucket list can […]

Figures suggest retirees are shunning downsizing. Moving to a cheaper home used to be a common way to unlock wealth tied up in property to fund retirement. However, a new trend means that over 55s are more likely to plan to remain in their current home. According to research from Nationwide: Only a third (36%) […]