Servicing the mass market effectively is a tricky issue for financial advisers. However, Chapters Financial director Keith Churchouse talks to Helen Morrissey about the launch of a new website that could have a huge impact on how the mass market receives...

Are the annuity death tax changes unveiled at Autumn Statement 2014 a job 'half done'?

The 55% tax charge levied on beneficiaries of individuals who die under the age of 75 with a joint life or guaranteed term annuity has been abolished in the Autumn Statement.

The number of women saving adequately for retirement has reached a four year high, according to Scottish Widows Women and Retirement report.

Financial advisers are expected to benefit from the new regime which allows transfers between defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) schemes to the tune of £3.39m per year.

The number of women saving adequately for retirement has reached a four year high according to Scottish Widows Women and Retirement report.

A look at how asset managers and insurers are changing their offerings ahead of April

In this week's Retirement Planner news round-up we highlight five key stories you might have missed over the past seven days.

In this week's quick fire RP poll we asked: Do you agree with Steve Webb's proposal that those who have purchased annuities should have the opportunity to unwind them for a capital sum?

Equity release is growing strongly and Bower Retirement Services is looking to recruit more advisers. Helen Morrissey talks to new chairperson Andrea Rozario about her new role and the outlook for equity release.