Pension freedom

eValue Investment Solutions has launched a pensions freedom planning tool which aims to simplify the complex decision-making process faced by over 55s looking to access retirement income.

Controversy over a widening gulf between those who need financial advice and those who can actually afford to pay for it has been branded "not advisers' problem" by industry veteran Geoff Mills.

The government's consultation on pension exit fees will not cover market value reductions (MVA) and other investment deductions that are common triggers of perceived high charges.

The government is seeking views on whether retirement savers are aware of when independent financial advice must be taken before accessing their pots, following the pension freedoms introduced in April.

The government has outlined three options to cap ‘excessive' pension scheme early exit fees.

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The appeal of using property wealth as an extra source of retirement income continues to grow, according to figures indicating record amounts of equity release lending.

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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has for the first time distinguished between advice and guidance in the way it records complaints.