Income

2012 is shaping up to be a big year, what with the Olympics, the European Championships, and the Queen's diamond jubilee. Not to mention the EU Gender Directive.

With thousands of retirees, rising state pension age and increased longevity, the at-retirement market is changing. As today's retirees are living longer, their money has to stretch further and they need more ways to pay for their retirement.

In the last couple of years, the rising cost of living has impacted everyone. Its effects have been felt strongly by the young - struggling with unemployment and seemingly unattainable life goals, and the older generation - as they look to maintain their...

Technology and industry collaboration is now essential to ensure advisers can meet client expectations for fast and efficient service, says Paul Pettitt

In this week's quick fire poll, we ask: Research from Metlife shows advisers would be willing to reduce fees for individuals who have pension savings less than £50,000.

Annuity providers marginally increased single life annuity rates this month following the rise in gilt yields to just under 3%, figures have shown.

The sale of variable annuities and advice given to consumers will be closely scrutinised to limit potential mis-selling, a European Union (EU) pension body says.

Retirement Planner's round-up of the top pension stories this week.

Andy Zanelli looks at the issues surrounding death benefits

High net worth clients on the hunt for tax efficient savings vehicles following the Budget clampdown on maximum investment plans (MIPs) are likely to turn to enterprise investment schemes (EIS) and venture capital trusts (VCTs), the Prudential has predicted....