Low-cost, flexible and accessible – words not typically associated with pensions but, thanks to new rules coming into place from the 1st April, will become more familiar.
WHAT’S CHANGING? > Savers can draw any amount, over whatever period they choose > You will still be able to take 25% of your savings fund as a tax free lump sum > From April, the remaining 75% can be drawn as income, subject to income tax at normal rates
WHO IS AFFECTED? > Anyone in a defined contribution pension such as Stakeholder or Personal Pension, employer’s Group Personal Pension, Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) or Self Invested Personal Pension (SIPP)
WHAT ACTION MIGHT BE REQUIRED AS A RESULT OF THE CHANGES? > Ensuring your income is taken sensibly to meet your financial needs tax-efficiently > Review existing pensions to ensure your current provider is able to offer flexi-access drawdown
WHAT IF I NEED HELP AND ADVICE? > These are set to be the most radical pension changes in a century. Johnston Carmichael Wealth recommends speaking to your financial adviser about these changes and how you can take advantage of this new freedom.
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