Take a look at how much you’ve saved so far and track your progress toward retirement. Your pension statement outlines your total contributions, investment growth, and projected retirement income based on your current savings patterns.
Understanding these numbers gives you a clear picture of whether you’re on track to save enough for the retirement lifestyle you want.
Are you paying in enough?
Your statement highlights how much you and your employer are contributing each month. Even small increases in contributions now can make a significant difference over time. Increasing your contributions can help your savings grow over time, potentially boosting your retirement income.
If you’ve worked for multiple employers throughout your career, you might have pension savings you’ve forgotten about.
You can find any lost pensions and combine them online to give you a clearer picture of your overall savings. Fees may apply, so please check with your previous pension provider or a financial adviser before transferring your pension.
More details can be found here.
Your pension statement assumes a retirement age of 65 unless you’ve specified otherwise.
However, your actual plans might differ. If you aim to retire earlier or later, updating your target retirement age means your pension forecasts will be more accurate and your investments match up with your retirement goals. This small step can significantly impact your financial planning.