Investing Essentials Podcast

Episode 6: Pensions for the self-employed

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Episode 6: Pensions for the self-employed

In this episode, Charlene and Dan debate the benefits of self-employment and the obstacles it throws up when you’re saving for retirement. Data shows that out of 4.5 million self-employed workers in the UK, just half are currently saving into a pension. Of course, you’ve got other perks like flexibility of working locations and hours, but can they make up for not being auto enrolled into a workplace pension scheme?

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