Pensions
Pensions Overview
As a result, it is more important than ever to think about where your income will come from when you retire.
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At WP O’Reilly and Associates Ltd we can structure a retirement package that will suit your requirements. By meeting with one of our retirement planning consultants, we will carry out a full review of your finances, taking into account any existing arrangements you may already have, and advise on the best retirement option for you.
Frequently asked questions
A pension is a type of long-term savings plan and is a tax-efficient way to save during your working life. You save some of your income regularly during your working life. This gives you an income in later life, when you want to work less or retire.
Types of pensions:
*Include table comparing each one* - TBC
You should start a pension as soon as you start working so that you’ll have as long as possible to save for retirement and your pension fund will have lots of time to grow.
• Have you thought about the level of income you enjoy at present?
• Have you made provisions to have a level of income in retirement that will keep you accustomed to the lifestyle you currently enjoy?
If the answer is no, then we can help you change this!
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Auto-enrolment is a new pension savings scheme for certain employees who are not paying into a pension. They will be automatically included in the scheme but can opt out after 6 months. Auto-enrolment is expected to be introduced in January 2025.
For more information on this, visit: Gov - Auto-enrolment (www.gov.ie)
By giving us authority to access your pension details we can locate your old pension and advise you on your options.
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Benefits can be taken between age 60 and 75, however you may be able to access benefits from age 50 if you meet the criteria to do so.
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If you die, your pension will be paid to your estate. However, the amount paid out will depend on the type of pension and your beneficiaries.
For further information, give us a call and we can look at your individual circumstances.
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If you die, your pension will be paid to your estate. However, the amount paid out will depend on the type of pension and your beneficiaries.
For further information, give us a call and we can look at your individual circumstances.
Yes, it is possible to use your pension to buy property, however there are certain limitations in place. For example, you cannot purchase property through your pension if it is part of an occupational pension scheme
If you are interested in buying a property through your pension, please call us / arrange a callback from one of our advisors!
Types of Pensions
Type of pension | How does each type of cover help you? |
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Personal Pension | A personal pension is suitable for self-employed and employees whose employer does not offer an occupational pension. |
Personal Retirement Savings Account (PRSA) | A flexible and portable retirement savings account you can bring with you when you change job. |
Occupational Pension Scheme / Executive Pension: | This type of plan is set up by employers who want to contribute into their employees’ pension fund. Your employer will choose the provider and what is the charging structure. You will decide the amount you wish to contribute and in what fund you want to invest your money into. |
Personal Retirement Bond (PRB) | With a PRB, when you leave a pension scheme, the value of your fund is invested in a bond which you can benefit from at retirement. |
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