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Approved and Unapproved Schemes
Approved and Unapproved Schemes
This article looks at some of the options available to company owners and directors who wish to investigate approved and unapproved pension schemes....
Defined Benefit Schemes
Defined Benefit Schemes
This article looks at the basic characteristics of defined benefit pension schemes, and some of the reasons for their falling availability....
Defined Contribution Schemes
Defined Contribution Schemes
We examine the basic characteristics of defined contribution pension schemes, and their advantages and disadvantages in comparison to defined benefit schemes....
Group Personal Pensions
Group Personal Pensions
Find out about Group Personal Pensions and their benefits and in comparison to traditional personal pensions and stakeholder schemes....
Opting Out of State Earning Related Pensions
Opting Out of State Earning Related Pensions
A look at some of the arguments for and against opting out of the State Second Pension (and previously SERPS)....
Payment of Pensions
Payment of Pensions
This article looks at the ways in which pensions are paid, and the frequency with which payments are made....
Pension Provisions for Dependants
Pension Provisions for Dependants
This article looks at the range of options available when an individual dies during the term of their pension....
Pension Tax Relief
Pension Tax Relief
This article looks at the key elements of tax relief available for pension funds....
Pensions And Changing Employment
Pensions And Changing Employment
Exploring the different options for your pension when you change employment, including moving from a personal to an occupational scheme....
Personal Pension Schemes
Personal Pension Schemes
This article looks at the basic characteristics of personal pensions, and the tax relief available in relation to them....
Small Self-Administered Pension Schemes
Small Self-Administered Pension Schemes
This article looks at the characteristics of Small Self-Administered Pension Schemes, or SSASs, and their tax implications....
Understanding Stakeholder Pensions
Understanding Stakeholder Pensions
This article looks at the basic characteristics of stakeholder pensions, and investigates the type of individual to which these schemes are best suited....
Why Join a Pension Scheme?
Why Join a Pension Scheme?
We take a look at some of the major reasons why individuals should consider joining a pension scheme....
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