63: Retirement FAQs - Pensions, Tax, Gifting & More

In this Q&A episode, Matthew and Joe tackle the retirement questions they’re asked most often — from YouTube comments to client meetings. Covering everything from pension access ages to gifting rules, they break down complex topics into clear, practical explanations to help you plan with confidence.They discuss:- The 55 to 57 pension access age change and who can still access their pension at 55- Protected ages and why moving your pension could mean losing flexibility- Whether to draw from small pensions first — and why investment strategy matters more than pot size- Bridging options on defined benefit (final salary) schemes and how they affect tax planning- What happens if an annuity provider or DB scheme fails, including FSCS and PPF protections- Gifting out of surplus income — what actually counts, what doesn’t, and why record‑keeping is crucial- How inherited pensions will work under the 2027 rules and whether tax should influence retirement or work decisions- How pensions are treated in divorce, including sharing orders, offsets, and why DB valuations can be misleadingPractical, detailed, and jargon‑free, this episode is ideal for anyone navigating the trickier parts of retirement planning.📩 Got questions or want help with your own retirement plan?Email us at: [email protected] TO USCall us: 0191 384 1008Email us: [email protected]: www.retirewellpodcast.co.uk--SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTERwww.retirewellpodcast.co.uk---Wealth of Advice are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, reference number 563909. Past performance is no guide to future returns. Your investments can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you originally invested. This video is for educational purposes only and is not personal financial advice.