Ted is planning to help his daughter with her university fees. He’s planning to take his 25% tax-free allowance from his pension pot as a single lump sum. He can then leave the rest of his money invested and withdraw chunks as and when he needs them.
George wants a guaranteed monthly income
Helen wants her annuity to increase with inflation
Dawn can get an enhanced annuity because of poor health
Jim wants to provide for his wife should he die first
June wants flexibility in how and when she accesses her money
Jill wants to take all of her pension in cash, now
Nigel wants to continue working and leave his pension to grow
Go back to the taking your money home page to look at a different stage.
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