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Income drawdown 1 March 2010
When preparing for retirement, the various options on offer can seem daunting. Jenny Lowe considers the benefits and drawbacks of opting for income drawdown.
Make your child a millionaire 8 December 2009
Annie Shaw discovers how parents can take an active role in securing – in spectacular fashion – their children’s long-term financial future
WEBCHAT: Women and pensions 23 November 2009
The recent Women and Pensions report revealed that less than half of women save enough for retirement – just 47 per cent compared to 59 per cent of all men. It’s a growing concern for many, so if you’d like advice on how to better save for your retirement, then take part in our live webchat this Thursday 26 November at 12.30pm
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L&G chief says insurers can play greater role in pension reform 1 July 2010
Legal & General group chief executive Tim Breedon has backed government ministers Iain Duncan-Smith and Steve Webb’s plans to reform the state pension system.
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