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Whether you are new to financial planning or you just want to top up gaps in your knowledge, we provide you with a range of free resources that will assist you.

Here at Neo Wealth we believe in sharing knowledge, that’s why we’re giving you a range of resources completely free. Our free resources include: financial calculators, read trending articles, try our review questionnaires or download our handy guides. We believe knowledge is the key to making informed decisions

If you want to find out more about our FREE resources please keep on reading, however if you would like to speak to an expert please do not hesitate to contact us on 0161 388 8875.

Blogs

  • Yield Curves Explained A yield curve is a line that plots yields (interest rates) of bonds having equal credit quality but differing maturity dates. T

  • What is a paid up and what are my paid up options? A paid up is an old workplace pension that you are no longer paying into. If you’ve changed jobs a

  • Things to check before you transfer Do you have a defined benefit pension or a defined contribution pension? Pensions come in two different forms

  • Introducing The State Pension The State Pension is a regular pension payment from the government that most people can claim for when they reach State

  • Myths & Facts – Investing & Developing an Investment Portfolio Investing means many different things to many different people – investment opp

  • Life Insurance Explained The primary aim of life protection is to support your loved ones in case anything happens to you. However, there is room for

  • Investment Bonds Explained As you develop your financial portfolio, there are many types of investments available to you. In this article we will expl

  • Inheritance Tax – A Guide When a loved one passes away, the last thing that we want to think of are the tax implications of their estate. Sadly, howev

  • IFA Fees Explained What Types of Fees will you Likely Encounter when Engaging an IFA?  Whether you are looking for a full financial healthch

  • Gilts Explained There are many different types of investments that are available to the investor of today and one little known investment type is the

Guide to SIPPS & Personal Pensions

Introduction

In 2021 there was an estimated £20 billion in deferred ‘frozen’ pensions, they can be a maze for many of us; some don’t have the time, others don’t know where to begin and most don't even know what options are available to them.

We all dream of spending our well-earned retirement doing what we love without worrying about money. But getting your dream retirement can take a lot of effort and discipline to ensure you have enough cash to be comfortable during your golden years. In fact, according to a recent study, you’ll need at least £10,200 a year to have all your basic needs covered in retirement. Assuming you finish work at 67 and live until the age of 82, you could need around £153,000 in your pension pot by the time you retire. This amount can sound scary, but don’t worry, there are many ways to help you reach your retirement goals.

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    Investment Guide

    Introduction

    Want to invest but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’re a more experienced investor looking for some expert inspiration? Either way - we can help. For the first timer, the world of investing can be an intimidating place. On the one hand, you’re drawn by the stock markets potential to offer larger returns than are on offer in a savings account. But on the other you’re wary of investing’s reputation for being difficult and time consuming. Full of risk, head scratching jargons and acronyms and statistics. Our aim with this guide is to show you that investing doesn’t have to be as difficult as its reputation would have you believe.

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      Savings Guide

      There are lots of different ways to reach your savings goals, including different saving accounts and products that will help you out. We’ve put together this easy-to-read section to give you guidance on saving for specific goals, like a house or holiday, as well giving you general tricks to help keep your saving on track. We also give you a rundown of all the different savings products out there and when to use them.

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        Get in touch with the Neo Wealth team

        Taking care of your finances has never been easier. Neo Wealth have many years of experience in the finance industry and can take all the hassle out of planning for the future, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. Your peace of mind is important to us; our experienced team of advisers can help you with any financial issues.

        You can keep on top of relevant industry news by checking out our blog page, where we discuss topical subjects to further help you answer any questions you may have. We also have free wealth calculators, pension calculators and free download guides throughout the website.

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        The UK average

        £21,164

        Average pension pot size

        33%

        Regularly contributing

        Greater London

        £22,315

        Average pension pot size

        33%

        Regularly contributing

        Compare your region to the UK average by clicking on the map
        • East Mid Lands
        • Northern Ireland
        • Greater London
        • South East
        • North East
        • North West
        • Scotland
        • South West
        • Wales
        • West Mid Lands

        The average pension pot by age

        Age has significant impact on the gender pension gap, with inequality increasing as women get older. By the time women reach their 50s, men have a pot that’s almost twice the size.

        United Kingdom

        North East

        Male £20,514

        Female £11,177

        North West

        Male £18,843

        Female £10,988

        East Midlands

        Male £22,218

        Female £12,898

        West Midlands

        Male £22,141

        Female £13,124

        South East

        Male £32,025

        Female £19,046

        South West

        Male £24,641

        Female £13,326

        Greater London

        Male £24,853

        Female £17,863

        Scotland

        Male £22,266

        Female £12,247

        Northern Ireland

        Male £17,883

        Female £7,737

        Wales

        Male £20,053

        Female £11,426

        The average pension pot by age

        Age has significant impact on the gender pension gap, with inequality increasing as women get older. By the time women reach their 50s, men have a pot that’s almost twice the size.

        18%

        Gender Gap

        £3,215

        Average female pot

        £3,925

        Average male pot

        £140,700

        Average pension pot size at 65

        13%

        Have invested in a responsible plan

        21%

        Gender Gap

        £9,537

        Average female pot

        £12,075

        Average male pot

        £135,900

        Average pension pot size at 65

        14%

        Have invested in a responsible plan

        29%

        Gender Gap

        £22,589

        Average female pot

        £33,598

        Average male pot

        £112,900

        Average pension pot size at 65

        12%

        Have invested in a responsible plan

        46%

        Gender Gap

        £28,249

        Average female pot

        £52,592

        Average male pot

        £87,500

        Average pension pot size at 65

        7%

        Have invested in a responsible plan

        How socially responsible are British pension savers?

        Finally, we looked at how many Brits invest in a socially responsible plan.

        The UK average

        13%

        Our Process

        We aim to be as transparent as possible about our service and fees. Below, you will find our process, detailed in concise, jargon-free language. Are:

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        Value of Advice

        Advice pays. Here's the evidence.

        Studies show that those who take independent financial advice are better off than those who don’t.

        ADVISED

        £132,921

        NON-ADVISED

        £92,921M

        Investments

        Consumers with advisers save longer and contribute more to investment products, leading to an average of £40,000 more in investment value than those without advisers.

        ADVISED

        £59,000

        NON-ADVISED

        £38,918

        Savings

        Consumers who seek advice on cash-based saving products save an average of £20,000-£59,000 more than those who did not seek advice.

        ADVISED

        £175,121

        NON-ADVISED

        £92,616

        Pensions

        The average pension pot for consumers with financial advisers is nearly twice the size of those without advisers.

        Life Moments Map

        Which life moments are you financially ready for?

        We understand that our goals and life journeys are completely unique, but many of us will experience similar milestones that impact our finances. Our life moments map shows when these milestones could be for you and which money moments you may need to prepare for.

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