Andy Woollon: Why pension planning should be a family affair

Intergenerational planning

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Andy Woollon explains how a junior pension can help clients to save on inheritance tax and their advisers to build links with the next generation

The end of the tax year is a good opportunity for advisers to reinforce their value to clients, especially when it comes to intergenerational planning. As ageing baby-boomers look for ways to pass on their wealth, demand for intergenerational planning is likely to grow - and a junior pension is one of the simplest ways clients can pass on their wealth, mitigate their inheritance tax (IHT) bill and help a loved one grow their savings. Every child is eligible for a pension from birth. Although plans are required to be taken out in the child's name, anyone can contribute - grandparents, ...

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