When is a SIPP not a SIPP?

Ray's Chinn Wag

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In his latest blog, Ray discusses ‘When is a SIPP not a SIPP?' and reacts to the latest developments in the market. You can also ask Ray questions on SIPPs throughout the month.

Welcome to Ray's Chinn Wag, which examines the latest developments in the SIPPs market and allows you to ask Ray questions on how to make the most of your client's self invested personal pensions. Ray's latest Chinn Wag When is a SIPP not a SIPP? 9th December 2009 Amusing to see the market getting stirred up this week about Standard Life's decision to re-enter the personal pension market (and move into the ‘full' SIPP) market with plans for launch of three ‘lifeplans' in early 2010. Response has been as expected with much gnashing of teeth about what is / isn't a SIPP and whethe...

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