Final Salary
Pension Transfers
Know your options with expert, trusted advice on final salary pension transfers.
Your Final Salary
Pension Specialists
Do you have a ‘final salary’ pension and you’re thinking of transferring out of your scheme? Also known as a ‘defined benefit’ or an ‘occupational pension’, it’s a big decision leaving this type of pension scheme. It’s important to get specialist advice before you consider a transfer, and you will need to know how much your pension is worth.
For your peace of mind, Riverfall Financial adheres to the Pension Transfer Gold Standard. This is a voluntary code of good practice for defined benefit pension transfer advice. Overseen by the Personal Finance Society, participating firms adhere to a set of 9 core principles, which ensures you will receive trusted pension advice.If your pension fund value is more than £30,000, you are legally required to seek expert advice.
As every scheme varies and everybody’s situation is different, speak to our qualified and experienced team. We use a trusted system to analyse every angle, and we will give you clarity on your options, so you can make an informed choice about your pension.
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How we can help you with your final salary pension transfer
There are many instances when a final salary pension transfer might not be advisable. Our pension transfer specialists will check various factors, including your current status to see if you are still working and contributing to the scheme. If you are no longer contributing to the pension scheme, there may be different options to explore. As everybody’s situation is different, our advice is always tailored to your personal circumstances.
Our pension experts will advise you on how you can gradually withdraw an income from your pension fund to support you in your retirement. If you choose to transfer out of your pension scheme, you will need specialist advice on how to invest your money. It’s our aim to help you manage any potential pitfalls, so you can use your money to live the life you want.
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The Pension Transfer Gold Standard
We adhere to the Pension Transfer Gold Standard. This is a voluntary code of good practice for safeguarded and defined benefit pension transfer advice, overseen by the Personal Finance Society and based around a set of 9 core principles that participating firms adhere to.
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Your Final Salary Pension Transfer Experts
If you have a 'final salary' pension (also known as a 'defined benefit' or 'occupational' pension) and are thinking of transferring out of your scheme, this can be one of the most important financial decisions of your life.
Every scheme is different and each person's circumstances are unique, so it is vital – and required by law if your fund is more than £30,000 – to seek expert advice from a pension transfer specialist you can trust.
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