Investing in a retirement annuity fund is not only a fantastic way to ensure your own long term financial future but can also, ultimately, save you money today through the various tax benefits it affords.
On the 28 February of 2015, the deadline for submitting your retirement annuity form in order to get tax benefits passes. This means that, even if you have contributed to your retirement annuity fund, you will be ineligible for the tax benefits available if you do not meet the deadline. Continue reading “Retirement Annuity Tax Benefits? The Deadline Looms”
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Are you looking forward to a stress-free retirement with a comfortable income and the freedom to enjoy your life, or are you worried that your retirement portfolio just won’t be large enough to carry you through old age?
After years of hard work, every working person looks forward to a comfortable retirement – with freedom from money worries and all the time in the world to travel, enjoy the finer things in life, and spend precious time with friends and loved ones.
Are you planning to spend your retirement living a life of leisure, or will you use your spare time and financial independence to help raise your grandchildren or volunteer in your local community?
Whether you’d like a permanent break from the rat race or a stable income during your golden years, having a solid vision for your retirement is an important first step in planning your long-term investment goals.
Today, people of working age face a bigger challenge in planning their retirement than at any time in the past. If you’re anywhere between 25 and 55, the way you invest your retirement savings could make the difference between financial security and money problems in old age – here are some ways you can spread your investment risk and come out on top. 
If you’re close to retirement age or have already bowed out of the working world, you’ll need to keep an eye on your budget to make sure that your quality of life doesn’t drop during your golden years.
Retiring after several decades in the working world is a major milestone in your life. To ensure a stress-free and enjoyable retirement, you need to be on the right financial path – but will your finances allow you to retire comfortably? 
After decades of hard work and careful financial management, most of us look forward to a comfortable retirement – but is your portfolio structured in the right way to make this a reality? Let’s explore the elements of a balanced retirement portfolio and find out whether we are relying too heavily on Retirement Annuities.