Buying gilts (government debt) is another alternative to interest-bearing deposit accounts. Older gilts pay very low coupons ...

Retirees facing a $400K lump sum or $2,000/month pension are not just picking a payout style, they are locking in how much risk, flexibility and security they want for the rest of their lives. The ...

Monthly payments or a lump sum? This is often times the “million-dollar question” for those in the workforce who still have access to a defined benefit, pension plan. As I’m sure you’re aware, pension ...

Taking a lump sum from your pension can be a fantastic way to pay off your mortgage, help out the kids or boost your savings. But understanding the rules is crucial if you want to make the most of ...

The couple holds $4.8M to $5M in retirement assets without counting home equity. The husband’s pension offers $2.9M lump sum at 60 or $15,600 monthly with survivor benefits. Their annual retirement ...

It can be tempting to take a lump sum when you’re able to cash out a pension. Taking the money means you can use it immediately, and it could be your ticket to an early retirement. Do a break-even ...

Many retirees are unprepared for the switch from saving to spending. Here’s how to turn your retirement savings into steady, ...

A reader is concerned about the future of the tax-free lump sum, which was subject to speculation at the Budget ...

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NPS subscribers can now withdraw up to 80% of their retirement corpus as a lump sum, but the income tax law still exempts ...