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  • 20122013
    20122013 Posts: 757 Forumite
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    Good point about getting an annuity to cover the basic living costs, is it possible to get one without needing an IFA and/ pension? (as I am still hoping to find work).

  • DRS1
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    Annuities are usually bought with pension money. But there are things called Purchased Life Annuities. However I do not think you can buy one of those direct from an insurance company so you will almost certainly need an IFA.

  • ali_bear
    ali_bear Posts: 617 Forumite
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    If you are going to be working in future then an annuity of any type is not likely to be what you want. Also the income may affect eligibility for any state benefits you may want to claim in the future. Money that remains locked up in a pension is normally protected in the event of insolvency proceedings.

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