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German Self-Employed Face Retirement Planning Choices

Self-employed Germans can choose between voluntary and mandatory statutory pension schemes, or explore alternative options like investing in real estate or setting up an investment portfolio, each with specific financial and professional implications.

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dailymail.co.uk
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UK Inheritance Tax Changes to Hit Middle-Class Families

Analysis reveals that changes to UK inheritance tax rules, specifically the inclusion of pension pots from April 2027, will significantly increase tax liabilities for many middle-class families, with some facing IHT bills many times higher than today by 2030 due to asset appreciation and the added p...

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Schwesig Rejects Raising Germany's Retirement Age

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Manuela Schwesig opposes raising Germany's retirement age beyond 67, citing difficulties many workers face reaching the current age, while advocating for support for those wanting to work longer and highlighting the planned 'Aktivrente' allowing tax-free i...

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High-Equity Pension Strategy Outperforms Lifecycle Fund

A British man nearing retirement significantly outperformed a standard lifecycle fund by maintaining a high-equity pension portfolio, highlighting the trade-off between risk and return in retirement planning.

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Germany Debates Retirement Reform Based on Occupational Demands

German newspapers debate reforming retirement policies to account for varying occupational wear and tear, citing industry-specific aging differences and proposing alternative models like a points-based system, similar to France's, while highlighting political divisions within the CDU.

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UK Pension Gap Highlights Financial Insecurity

Nearly half of UK working-age adults lack private or workplace pensions, impacting low earners, women, and ethnic minorities disproportionately, due to immediate financial priorities, self-employment challenges, and varying cultural expectations.

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Spaniards' Retirement Expectations Fall Short of Reality

Spaniards expect to work 36.5 years, less than the EU average of 37.2 years and significantly below the official retirement age, creating a future strain on the pension system. This contrasts with countries like the Netherlands (43.1 years) and Romania (32.8 years).

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dailymail.co.uk
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UK Retirement Poverty: Regional Disparities and Solutions

New research reveals that 40% of UK adults face retirement poverty, with the northeast of England and Northern Ireland showing the highest risk (48%), due to insufficient pension savings to cover basic living costs of \£13,400 yearly for singles and \£21,600 for couples.

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Milei Vetoes Pension, Disability Laws, Sparking Political Crisis

Argentine President Javier Milei vetoed two laws raising pensions and disability aid on July 10th, 2024, claiming they violated his fiscal surplus policy. This action will impact millions and forces him to negotiate with allies for support against an opposition attempt to override the veto.

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European Pension Income Disparities Highlight Social Security System Variations

In 28 of 29 OECD-analyzed European countries in 2022, older people's average disposable income lagged behind the overall population; income sources vary widely, with public pensions dominating in some, while work and private pensions are more significant in others.

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UK Tax Policies Increase Revenue but Dampen Investment

The UK government's tax policies, including the frozen Isa allowance, increased capital gains tax, and stamp duty on UK shares, have significantly increased tax revenue, projected to reach £76 billion annually by 2030, impacting investor returns and potentially hindering economic growth.

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Retirement Savings Rates Vary Widely Based on Income

Canadians' required retirement savings rates vary dramatically (7.8% to 22.5% above CPP/QPP) based on income and age, with higher earners needing to save more due to the structure of Canada's public pension system geared towards average earners; those earning under $40,000 may need to save little to...

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