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Three-step
pension check

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Want to know if you’re on track for a comfortable retirement? Follow our three-step check to check.

Three-step pension check

After taking the check, many people find that they don’t need to make changes. For those who do, the good news is that even small changes now can have a big impact on how much you’ll have when you retire.

Your three-step pension check

Step one – what kind of retirement would you like?

Take a few minutes to think about the standard of living you’d like to enjoy when you retire. You should consider everyday costs like food and heating, as well as things like travel and hobbies. We can help you picture the kind of retirement you want, if you're not sure.

Step two – are you on track?

Once you have an idea of how much you’ll need when you retire, you can check to see if you’re on track. This could include finding pensions you may have with other providers, and checking the balance of your Nest pension pot. This information will help you estimate how much you'll have at retirement.

Step three – do you need to make changes?

If you need to make changes to achieve your ideal retirement then don’t worry – it’s never too late to make a difference. The links below are a good place to start:

  • See how small changes now can help you in the years to come
  • See how you can grow your pension pot
  • Check how much you’re paying into your Nest pension pot, and consider increasing the amount if you can
  • Update your details to make sure things like your planned retirement age are correct
  • Understand what you should be thinking about when you’re approaching retirement
  • Read our helpful guidance and advice

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Life’s ups and downs

Throughout life, things can happen which affect your financial situation, like redundancy or receiving an inheritance. We can help you work out what these changes might mean for your pension.

Managing life changes