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Does any one know if you are able to claim monies in an old pension scheme before you reach the 'retirement' age of 65?

I have some monies in an old work scheme that would be really useful right now.

Any thoughts/help would be gratefully received.

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  • misskool
    misskool Posts: 12,832 Forumite
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    Hi,

    I've moved your thread to the Pensions board where you will be likely to receive a more relevant response.
  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 119,660 Forumite
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    you can crystallise your benefits between age 50-75 currently with it increasing to 55 from 2010. Some occ schemes may have different minimum ages and penalties may apply.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
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