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Rob Kyprianou: Why I wouldn't buy an annuity now

00:01 | 30 Jan 2010 | By Rob Kyprianou

Rob Kyprianou, one of Britain's foremost economic and investment experts, writes exclusively for Citywire about why you should wait before buying an annuity.

Steve Bee: How the government’s pension reforms will work

00:01 | 17 Jan 2010 | By Steve Bee

Getting to grips with the pension Personal Accounts scheme - now to be known as 'NEST' - is no simple matter.

Your SIPP questions answered: Part 2

10:00 | 14 Dec 2009 | By Chris Marshall

John Moret has answered Citywire readers’ questions on SIPPs.

Your SIPP questions answered

10:47 | 11 Dec 2009 | By Chris Marshall

John Moret has answered the questions on self-invested personal pensions submitted by Citywire readers.

Moving or retiring abroad and your finances: more of your questions answered

00:01 | 30 Nov 2009 | By Chris Marshall

Our tax expert provides the answers to your questions about the impact on your finances of moving or retiring abroad.

How to choose the right Sipp

00:01 | 26 Nov 2009 | By Francis Klonowski

The questions you need to ask yourself when choosing a Sipp, by financial planner Francis Klonowski.

How to protect your pension against inflation

00:01 | 24 Nov 2009 | By Lorna Bourke

The size of the inflation threat we face is uncertain, but there are measures you can take to prepare yourself.

Top 10 pension dos and don'ts

00:01 | 14 Sep 2009 | By Lorna Bourke

When you plan your pension, these top tips will help you on your way.

Sipps: who should invest and why

00:01 | 25 Mar 2009 | By Lorna Bourke

The tax relief, charges and options available with Sipps.

Whatever happened to company pensions?

00:01 | 01 Jan 2009 | By Joss Harwood

The responsibility for your financial security in retirement now rests with you

Do I need a private pension?

00:01 | 29 Dec 2008 | By Richard Butler

They’re flawed, but they're still worthwhile

How to top up your pension on the cheap

00:01 | 27 Nov 2008 | By Lorna Bourke

Citywire readers responded promptly to our article yesterday on buying extra years of state pension. Here we explain how you do it.

A pensions bargain not to be missed

08:57 | 26 Nov 2008 | By Lorna Bourke

Even if you reckon you can’t afford to save for a pension, there is one investment that everyone ought to consider paying a staggering return on investment of up to 7200%.

What is a Sipp and do I need one?

00:01 | 06 Nov 2008 | By Lee Robertson

The appeal of Sipps is widening beyond their original appeal to wealthy people.

What should I know about income drawdown?

00:01 | 30 Jun 2008 | By Keith Iles

More people are looking at the flexible option of income drawdown after they retire.

How good is the state pension?

00:01 | 25 Jun 2008 | By Oliver Marsland

With the state pension paying just 17% of average lifetime earnings, the UK desperately needs a change.

Approaching retirement? Don’t be afraid of claiming what’s yours

00:01 | 08 Jun 2008 | By Steve Bee

Millions of people could have more cash at retirement if they could only be bothered to claim what they are owed.

What is retirement planning?

00:01 | 31 May 2008

Retirement planning is not just about pensions; it's about working out how much cash you need to fund the lifestyle you want after retiring, and then finding ways to fund it.

Seven easy steps to having enough money to retire on

09:32 | 06 May 2008 | By Martin Ruskin

Be realistic about the cost and plan accordingly.

What tax breaks will the Government give me?

09:30 | 06 May 2008 | By Martin Ruskin

Pensions remain one of the most tax-efficient means of saving for our retirement. make the most of them.

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