Standard Life

For existing Standard Life customers approaching retirement

‘It was never going to be easy’

Part of provider’s plan to simplify business

Picture of traditional retirement a thing of the past

Pensions were notably lacking from today's Spring Statement

There are multifaceted challenges that can impact a pension portfolio’s performance and a client’s investment mindset. Smoothed funds offer a potential solution, says Claire Altman, managing director for Individual Retirement Solutions at Standard Life.

IFAs have re-evaluated role of pensions in their clients’ plans

Advisers should consider lifetime mortgages in IHT mitigation planning

Sharing first-hand insights, Hannay Wealth chartered financial planner Vanessa Barnes explains how advisers can make the most of smoothed funds

Smoothed returns can play a crucial role in the approach to retirement, says Samantha Pardoe, senior investment development manager at Standard Life.