Do you have enough to retire? – 5 tips to help boost your pension

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In honour of Pensions Awareness Week, we take a closer look at how people could maximise their pension in the run up to retirement.

This article isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure whether an investment is right for you please seek advice. If you choose to invest the value of your investment will rise and fall, so you could get back less than you put in.

12 September 2023

For some, retirement might seem like a long way away. But checking your progress against your goals regularly is vital if you’re going to avoid a nasty reality check later down the line.

In fact, under two thirds of people* we asked thought that being able to cover their bills in retirement was a realistic goal. The struggle to even cover the basics is a far cry from the sandy beach holiday view of retirement that many people aspire to.

*Research of 2,000 people carried out by Opinium on behalf of HL in May 2023

Here are our five top tips to help you maximise your pension in the run up to retirement.

This article isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure whether an investment is right for you, ask for financial advice. If you choose to invest the