Annuities Best Buys

Welcome to the annuities Best Buys. The aim of saving into a pension is to make sure that you can enjoy a comfortable retirement, so it’s essential that you get the best deal possible when you convert pension savings into an income. Rates can vary between providers so use our annuity Best Buys to see who is offering the top rates.

Once purchased you cannot change your annuity provider so it is important to make the right choice. The amount of income you will receive will depend on your age, sex, whether you smoke or have any health problems. Taking time to shop around could increase the amount of income you receive and our annuity Best Buys are an ideal starting point.

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Annuities Explained

You can take up to 25% of your pension savings as a tax free lump sum but the rest has to be used to provide you with an income in retirement. For most people this will mean buying an annuity by the age of 75. Annuities come in a variety of styles and you should explore which type suits you best. For more information, take a look at our annuity guide.