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The Government’s Actuary Department (GAD) released an update on the National Insurance Fund. This fund is what is used to pay for a host of state benefits, including the state pension.

Frozen tax thresholds and rising state pension payments could push more pensioners into having to file self-assessment returns – but there are ways to keep more of your retirement income for yourself.

Proposed shake-up is welcomed in principle but doubts are raised about the administrative realities

Civil servants, teachers and NHS staff are among those benefiting from the 6.7% inflation figure announced earlier this week.

Ever wondered when the best time to retire and access your pension pot is? When and how you do it can make a difference to the income you end up with. Can the 4% pension rule help you retire comfortab

If you’re getting closer to retirement, then here are the 7 things you need to think about now to avoid common pension mistakes.

Daniel Wiltshire at Bradford-on-Avon-based Wiltshire Wealth: "Dreams of retiring to sunny climes are nothing new, but the cost of living crisis has

Mortgage rates rocketed and savings rates languished, but 2023 brings a different challenge

Brokers say demand for 'tracker' deals are a ten-year high

There are plenty of clever ways to cut your tax bill yourself - some of which can boost your wealth by thousands of pounds.