Good GAD as capped drawdown limit increases in June
The GAD (Government Actuary’s Department) rate for June, which is used to calculate the maximum income from capped drawdown, has...
Accessing cash in defined benefit pensions
Since the onset of pension freedoms on 6th April, we’ve not been deluged with enquiries from clients eager to access...
No financial regrets
The last thing any of us want in life is regrets, especially financially regrets. When it comes to money and...
Is this the end of inheritance?
If your Financial Planning is based on receiving a substantial inheritance from your parents or grandparents, I’ve got some bad...
Why do you deserve to win this award?
It’s the question we have come to expect when shortlisted for prestigious awards. This morning I hopped on a train...
Manifesto pension promises from Lib Dems & UKIP
According to the polls, neither the Liberal Democrats or UKIP stand any chance of winning a majority of votes during...
Your pension options explained in 3 minutes
I sat with a client this morning and we spoke about pensions. I have a confession to make; I love...
5 tips for Pension Freedom Day
It’s Pension Freedom Day! Here are 5 tips that we hope will help you make good decisions with your pension...
Money Box Live on Pension Freedom
Informed Choice chartered financial planner Nick Bamford was a guest expert on Money Box Live this afternoon, answering listener questions...
Is your pension data safe?
With less than a week to go before new pension freedom rules are introduced, the Daily Mail has uncovered a...