Phased Retirement

Many people like to retire gradually, without giving up work altogether.

Phased retirement (or staggered vesting) is where you can take part of your pension and continue to work. It can offer a flexible approach to commencing and withdrawing pension benefits.

Staggered vesting can be made available to those who transfer from retirement annuities or some form of occupational scheme to a personal pension plan.

By allowing regular withdrawals from the pension fund, Phased Retirement plans achieve a level of flexibility. Your annual pension income is made up of tax free cash and an annuity or suitable drawdown arrangement. The balance of the fund then remains invested.

There are many other potentially complex issues to consider when using a phased approach to your retirement. Financial Advice from an appropriately qualified adviser is essential.

The value of pensions and the income they produce can fall as well as rise. You may get back less than you invested.

Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change.