Are my retirement plans on track?

Retirement might not yet be in sight, but it's never too early to start thinking about what yours will look like – and how you will fund it.

How to retire early

Early retirement brings a wealth of benefits, but there is also a lot to consider. We guide you through the process of how to retire early.

How to track down your old pensions

If you’re beginning to think about your retirement, having a good understanding of how much your pension is worth can make planning easier and more exciting.

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What age can I retire?

Whether you're nearing retirement or considering working into your 70s and beyond, there's plenty to think about. We look at a few things that might help you choose the right retirement age.

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Should I retire early?

Should I retire early? Explore common reasons for early retirement, the pros and cons of early retirement pension options.

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Wanderlust in retirement

Life’s too short to stay at home forever. And retirement presents is the perfect opportunity to spread our wings and fly. But given our busy lifestyles, how do we fulfil our retirement travel dreams? But where do we actually want to go?

Introducing our Midlife MOT

Midlife can be busy, but it's a great time to take stock. Our new course with The Open University will help you think about your wealth, work and wellbeing now, and how you’d like your later life to look.

What tax will I pay on my pension pot?

If you’re looking forward to retirement, it’s good to know the best way to take your money without paying too much tax on your pension savings.

What is an annuity?

What is an annuity? We explain what annuity means and if an annuity is a good idea for you.

Can I opt out of my pension?

Can you opt out of your pension? We help you decide whether cancelling your pension is a good decision for you.

Should I be saving into a pension?

If you're not already saving into a pension, or aren't sure how much you should be saving, read our article on saving into a workplace or personal pension.

Happiness in retirement

Thinking about retiring? We've been working with the Happiness Research Institute to find out what a happy retirement looks like. Find out how you can prepare financially.

Free Midlife MOT course

Your midlife years are likely to be busy. That can make it difficult to look beyond your day-to-day challenges and achievements. Our new course with The Open University will help you take a long-term view of where you're headed and what you need to do to get there.

Benefits of a financial safety net

Having a financial safety net is really important. Our easy-to-use tool will help give you an idea of how strong a position you’d be in if you lost your income, and help you think about changes you might want to make.

Invest in a Personal Pension

Whether you're looking for a place to bring your pensions together, or self-employed and need to save for retirement, our Personal Pension could be right for you.

Helping you understand your money better