'Don't panic', investors are told, amid market slump

5 August 2011

Experts point out investments are usually a long-term game so there may be time for the market to bounce back

Warning over charges that 'wipe millions off pension pots'

20 July 2011

Consumer Focus has urged the FSA to stop advisers telling clients to move to pensions with higher charges or higher risk

How ill-health can boost retirement income with enhanced annuity

16 May 2011

Savers who buy an annuity have been urged to declare medical problems or risk losing tens of thousands of pounds

Guest comment: Should you buy an annuity?

15 April 2011

Tom McPhail discusses whether retirees should use their pension to buy a retirement income following Govt rule changes

Isa deadline looms: don't delay!

30 March 2011

The countdown to the end of the Isa season is on with just hours left in some cases to get your hands on the top deals

Insurance costs could rise before 2012 gender ban

2 March 2011

The overhaul comes into full force on 21 December 2012, but many experts expect insurers to hike prices sooner

EU ruling could cut male retirement income

7 February 2011

Experts warn that from March males could lose the favourable rates they currently get when buying an annuity

Government 'Nest' pension fees could hit joiners for 20 years

24 November 2010

Savers who join the central pension fund from 2012 will have to pay a premium to cover set-up costs

How to defuse the pension time bomb

22 September 2010

Brits must increase the amount they save by thousands of pounds to secure a decent retirement income, research suggests

Thousands forgo pay rises due to pension apathy

10 September 2010

Many do not take up free cash by starting a company pension where their employer makes an automatic contribution

Don't let retirement apathy cost you thousands of pounds with wrong annuity

2 September 2010

Around 60% of elderly people accept their pension provider's annuity plan, which is likely to be a grave financial error

High earners given greater retirement options

15 July 2010

The elderly will no longer be forced to buy an annuity, though lower earners may be best off with one, experts say