Neil MacGillivray: Pension funding caution ahead of tax year-end

Exercise in caution

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While making further provision for pension funding may seem like an efficient use of additional disposable income, there is a level of complexity that can easily catch out the unwary, writes Neil MacGillivray

The content of a recent news bulletin I watched, in which the conflict in Ukraine, the irreversible effects of global warning, and the ongoing pandemic were all mentioned, did nothing to help me in my efforts to come up with suitable subject matter for this ‘light-hearted' article. However, those who have an interest in retirement planning may find solace in the fact that capitalism doesn't have a conscience, for even in these difficult times, there are still opportunities for financial gain and planning for retirement still merits consideration. With the tax year-end almost upon us, ...

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