Choosing and using a pensions adviser
If you're considering taking out a stakeholder or personal pension you can shop around yourself, but it can be a good idea to get financial advice from a specialist before you buy.

Forecasting your pension
It's a good idea to check to see how much pension you'll receive on retirement so you can take action now if you think you won't have enough.

Getting information and help with pensions
Information about the different types of pensions is freely available from several organisations.

How to catch up if you’ve got little or no pension
If you've built up little or no pension you may want to consider starting a personal pension as well as looking into any options for saving for a pension through your work.

New pension rules from April 2006
From April 2006, new, simpler rules apply to both personal and company (occupational) schemes.

Saving for retirement
Saving for your retirement is one of the most important financial plans you can make.

Types of pensions
There are three key types of pension scheme: a State Pension, a personal pension and a company (occupational) pension.

What to do about gaps in your National Insurance record
If there are gaps in your NICs record, your entitlement to the State Pension might be affected.

What to expect when you retire
When retirement's on the horizon, you'll be thinking of your pension and finances. However, your complete retirement from work or changing work patterns will mean changes in your lifestyle.