As more of us are working longer, Paul Lewis considers when it’s best to claim state pension.

Find out if you’re on track for retirement

A long and healthy retirement sounds great, doesn’t it?

How retirement interest-only mortgages work

Thousands of people have seen their incomes drop or stop altogether due to the pandemic

Pension contributions can be one of the first cutbacks people consider making

One in six people aged 50 and over who are in work plan to delay their retirement by at least three years or keep on working indefinitely as a direct result of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Workers aged 65 and over are likely to be responsible for at least 50 per cent of all UK employment growth in the next 10 years

How to get the best from your pension pot

Radio Times has teamed up with My Pension Expert to offer readers a free guide to pension drawdown.

Being retired costs nearly £230 a week

The earlier you start thinking about your retirement savings, the more likely it is you’ll enjoy a comfortable lifestyle when you stop work

“Any homeowner that does have a remaining mortgage will have to pay this off with the equity they release, and then can do whatever they want with the rest.

Don’t assume your workplace pension will give you a happy retirement

Paul Lewis explains why your pension might not increase as much as you expect in April.

Nearly four in 10 (39%) of those aged between 65 and 74 years old said they are worried about their future, according to new research from the Equity Release Council, up from 18% in 2021.

More than half of UK adults don’t have a will, despite the fact that dying without one can cause huge complications for loved ones.

Unlock the cash tied up in your home to pay off debts or help your family, says Paul Lewis.

State pension rules are complicated if your partner dies before you, says Paul Lewis

With tax changes coming, now is a good time to make or review your will, says Paul Lewis.

Be very careful about trusts that claim to help avoid care-home fees, says Paul Lewis

Just bear in mind that the tax on it has to come from somewhere, cautions Paul Lewis.

Growing numbers of people face the prospect of having to delay retirement due to inadequate savings, but if you’ve got a spare room sitting empty, you might be able to use it to supplement your pension.