Retirement in the UK by numbers

  • source: www.houseofcommonslibrary.co.uk
  • source: www.ageuk.co.uk
  • source: www.pensionbible.co.uk
  • source: www.retirementlivingstandards.co.uk

“Don’t simply retire from something; have something to retire to”

Harry Emerson Fosdick

Why do people resist retirment?

For many, retirement can feel like a distant dream, but as it approaches and becomes real, moving into the next stage of life can feel daunting. We’ve supported many clients in overcoming these barriers, and the case studies below are designed to bring those experiences to life.

It is too complicated

It may seem that way, but we're here to help. Read Rob's story to find out how we helped debunk what retirement is really like

It is too expensive

I am too young

My career is my identity

Family and friends' opinions

It comes down to two key questions: do I have enough money to live the life I want, and am I emotionally ready for what comes next?

The numbers question

1

How much will my pension be worth?

This interactive calculator acts as a guide to where you are and where you might be heading.

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2

What does my overall pre‑retirement financial position look like?

Using the Voyant cashflow system with your financial planner gives you a clear view of where you are and what you need to do to reach your ideal retirement.

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3

What will my retirement look like financially?

Post‑retirement, Voyant helps guide your decisions, giving you confidence as you begin to draw on your assets and support your loved ones.

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The emotions question

1

What are the 6 human needs?

Everyone shares the same six core needs, but we each prioritise and satisfy them differently, shaping beliefs, driving actions, and influencing life direction. Take this quiz to discover your top need.

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2

What if work is my purpose?

Remember, retirement can be a comma, not a full stop. Before stopping completely, explore reducing your hours or moving into a less demanding role.

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3

What could make me happy?

There are 5 key elements of wellbeing; physical, career, social, financial, community. They will never be equally shared but by doing well in all of these areas you are more likely

Learn here

How we can help you

There is no right or wrong time to retire, but by working with your Equilibrium financial planner we can help bring clarity and confidence, so when the time comes you can enjoy it to the fullest.

Tim Latham

Join us for one of our regular in-person Masterclasses.

Chartered Financial Planner Tim Latham draws on years of experience to guide you through what to consider before and during retirement, helping you gain clarity, confidence and peace of mind.

Events

Can't join Tim in person? No worries with this online version.

With this condensed version of our Masterclass you might be missing out on the food and drink but the explanation of why you should have one is clear to see.

What are the key questions when it comes to retiring?

In this Q&A, Tim answers the burning questions around all aspects of retirement.

Prefer to read up in your own time?

We've got you covered with this guide .

Guide

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Here, we will take you through the different stages of care and share real-life client stories so you can see how this works in practice.

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A relaxed padel event bringing clients together for friendly competition in a sociable informal setting.

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Right People, Right Money, Right Time

How can your money benefit your loved ones when they need it most? In this compelling masterclass, Financial Planner Ben Rogers will share transformative strategies to create life-changing outcomes for your loved ones, while potentially saving significant amounts of tax in the process.

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