: Continues to pay a portion of the income to a partner or beneficiary after your death.
: You pay a lump sum from your "defined contribution" pension to an insurance company.
: The amount you receive depends on several factors: The total size of your pension pot.
: Offers higher income if you have certain medical conditions or lifestyle factors (e.g., smoking) that may shorten life expectancy.
: In return, the insurer provides regular payments that act like a salary during retirement.
: Increases each year, either by a fixed percentage or in line with inflation, to protect your purchasing power. Key Considerations Before Purchasing Consumer's Guide to Understanding Annuities
Current annuity rates (which recently reached an 18-year high due to rising gilt yields). Your age and health status. Common Types of Annuities
: Continues to pay a portion of the income to a partner or beneficiary after your death.
: You pay a lump sum from your "defined contribution" pension to an insurance company.
: The amount you receive depends on several factors: The total size of your pension pot.
: Offers higher income if you have certain medical conditions or lifestyle factors (e.g., smoking) that may shorten life expectancy.
: In return, the insurer provides regular payments that act like a salary during retirement.
: Increases each year, either by a fixed percentage or in line with inflation, to protect your purchasing power. Key Considerations Before Purchasing Consumer's Guide to Understanding Annuities
Current annuity rates (which recently reached an 18-year high due to rising gilt yields). Your age and health status. Common Types of Annuities