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Did you know that the first state pension was launched in Europe in the late 1800s, by Otto von Bismark? Cleverly (or deviously), he set the age for collecting it at 70. Given that most…
Generally speaking, our Grantham-based financial advisers here at Castlegate tend to speak with clients about pension transfers for three main reasons. First of all, it might be that your personal or workplace pension scheme...
This content is for information purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice. Every effort has been made to ensure the information is correct and up-to-date at the time of writing. For personalised…
Organising your pension ahead of time is arguably one of the most important and beneficial decisions you'll ever make. For most people, their pension(s) will form the pillar of their retirement income, which has big…
Pensions, Dividends & Retirement: A Short Guide 3>
The word “dividend” is mysterious to many people. Yet the idea is quite simple. You invest your money in a company (or set of companies), and these companies hopefully pay you a share of their…
Early retirement is a dream for many people or a dread. It depends on your outlook, financial situation and goals. Some relish the idea of freedom from an employer’s restraints, whilst others love going into…
In April 2015, the UK government introduced the “Pension Freedoms”. These new rules to the pensions regime had many far-reaching implications, but one of the big changes was that over-55s were then able to withdraw…
Why do things get more expensive over time, and what impact can this have on your savings plan for retirement? Inflation refers to the gradual increase in prices for services and goods, within a particular…
During your career, it isn’t uncommon for Sunday evenings to be a foreboding experience as we look ahead to a week of work. In those moments, the thought of retirement can be blissful. After all,…
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