<h1>Seeking pension advice | Establishing the value of your pension | BlueSKY</h1>

When planning for retirement, it’s essential to establish what income your pensions will provide. Nevertheless, many people are unsure what they can expect.

For most people, it’s likely that you will have several pensions scattered around with very little idea of their value. If this is the case, you’re unlikely to know what income they’ll provide in retirement, how they’re performing, and the charges being paid.

The value of your pensions will affect many elements of life, both now and in the future: from the age at which you can retire to the lifestyle you can expect. Establishing what you have and what it will provide in the future, sooner rather than later, is often the key to achieving your goals and aspirations in retirement.

What our clients say about us

Jeremy was very helpful and talked me through pensions, which I did not understand before, without being patronising. Thank you! Sandra, Reading A client of ours since 2015
I initially contacted BlueSKY to better understand my pension position. Jeremy did a great job on that and clarified it all for me, to the point that I felt it would be advantageous to widen his remit to cover all of my financial planning. I've been very happy with the level of service and would recommend BlueSKY to others. Robert, Henley-on-Thames A client of ours since 2016
A large pension provider had "mislaid" a considerable sum from my funds, which BlueSKY retrieved, then gave considered advice on how to move it and when/if to start drawing from it. Mark later advised on how to use a largish inherited sum to generate a reasonable, tax free, monthly income for myself and my wife. Paul, Cavesham A client of ours since 2008
I have been a client of BlueSKY for several years now and find their services invaluable in helping me to manage my finances in retirement. I recently had an annual review with my financial adviser, Mark Penston. This was conducted by phone because of the Covid-19 situation. This worked extremely well and was very useful. I feel reassured that my savings are as safe as they can be in these uncertain times. I would certainly recommend BlueSKY to anyone looking for friendly and efficient financial advice. Maggie, Woodley

The questions we will help you answer

What is the value of my pensions?

Am I saving enough towards my retirement?

When can I afford to retire?

How can I ensure my money won’t run out?

Is now the right time to take an income from my pension?

Will my pension enable me to maintain of even improve my lifestyle?

If you’re aspiring to retire in the next 10 to 15 years or even sooner, you’re probably looking for someone who can answer your questions, reassure you about the future and create a plan that best places your money to achieve your life goals.

We have over 20 years’ experience in collaboratively working with people who are unsure about the pension income they can expect in the future. We offer specialist financial planning services, guiding you every step of the way as you plan for the future.

Here’s what we do:

  • We take the time to get to know you and your goals for the future. We never talk about your money straight away; we believe that creating a trusting and understanding relationship is the best way to ensure your financial plan has your best interests at its heart.
  • We will then address your initial concerns. If you’re worried about not having enough money to retire or live your desired lifestyle, we will provide reassurance and show you what’s possible.
  • We will review your existing pensions, establishing a full financial profile and making sense of what you have. We will also deal with all providers and paperwork so that you don’t have to. At the end of this stage, you will have a full financial plan that includes recommendations to get you on track to meeting your retirement goals.
  • We will work with you on an ongoing basis, guiding you from the planning stage to the day you retire and beyond. As your circumstances, needs and goals change over time, you can be sure that we will work with you to keep your financial future secure.
Investing wisely – Mike and Linda, Newbury

Mike and Linda were diligent savers, spending a lot of time ‘chasing rates’ to get the most out of their savings. They were looking for reassurance that their money wouldn’t run out and that there would be enough left over for their loved ones to enjoy.

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