Karl Tippins

England

Editor-in-Chief at Pension Times

Newcastle and England ⚽️

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Over two million Brits get under £100 a week in state pension and more of this week’s finance news

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

According to a new This is Money feature, a recent state pension analysis from Hargreaves Lansdown has revealed that 2.1 million Brits receive less than £100 a week in state pension payments. For comparison, the full state pension is:£179.60 per week (c.£9,300 per year) for people who reached state pension age after April 2016. £137.60 per week (c.£7,200 per year) for people who reached state pension age before April 2016.
What are the Potential Drawbacks of Lifetime Mortgages

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

What is a Lifetime Mortgage? A lifetime mortgage is a long-term loan secured against your home. A lifetime mortgage gets repaid either:When you go into long-term care. When you die. The mortgage is repaid by selling your home. Any additional amount owing is paid from your estate upon your death. How do Lifetime Mortgages Work? Most lifetime mortgages offer fixed rates of interest, although variable rate lifetime mortgages are available.
Post-COVID Property Price Slump Unlikely to Help First Time Buyers

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

House prices look set to fall in the UK. With the UK experiencing its biggest recession on record and employment numbers declining, it’s no surprise that house prices are likely to follow the rest of the economy. While a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) market survey confirms the rise in demand for housing and prices increases seen throughout July, many estate agents believe the withdrawal of government support schemes will lead to a collapse in demand and prices.
Longevitech TLV 2023: AgeGroup meets Rivi Beller

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Hi Rivi, it’s great to meet you. Tell us a little about yourself and your organisation. I’m Rivi Beller from VeHadarta, a non-profit organization established a decade ago.
Longevitech TLV 2023: AgeGroup meets Jason Wolf from Genie

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Hi Jason, great to meet you.
Further hints state pension triple lock faces the axe and more of this week’s finance news

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Speculation continues to rage that the state pension triple lock will be watered down or axed altogether to avoid an "unaffordable" pay rise for UK pensioners. Initial reports some weeks ago suggested the triple lock would go when it became clear that pensioners were in line for a bumper pension increase from April 2022. Downing Street now appears to be doubling down on plans that would ensure a potential 8% increase in the state pension don't happen.
Longevitech TLV 2023: AgeGroup meets Karen Webber from FraudFindr.com

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Hi Karen, thanks for taking the time to speak to us. Can you introduce yourself to our readers and explain what it is you do. I’m Karen Webber from FraudFindr.com, a tool that makes it easier to identify and solve financial exploitation cases.
Power of attorney system set for modernisation

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Ministers plan to modernise the legal process allowing you to nominate someone to make decisions on your behalf if you lose the ability to act for yourself in later life.
Longevitech TLV 2023: AgeGroup meets Yael Weinstock Shemesh

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

Hi Yael; it’s great to meet you. Tell us about yourself…My name is Yael Weinstock Shemesh, and I am the founder of a consulting firm that supports women in life transitions while ensuring financial security and generating passive income. My mission is to equip women with the confidence and knowledge to take control of their professional and financial futures.
Why MyNetwealth was launched and how it can transform financial lives

Oct 18, 2023 | pensiontimes.co.uk | Karl Tippins

This article is adapted from https://www.netwealth.com/ourviews/why-we-launched-mynetwealth-and-how-it-can-transform-financial-lives/ and is republished by Pension Times with permission from Netwealth. Having all the right information is key to building a successful financial plan for the future.