One in five retirees face tax shock by withdrawing over tax-free limit

James Phillips
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Pensioners are at risk of paying more tax than necessary by withdrawing over 25% of their fund in one lump sum, a Prudential analysis has found.

Almost one in five (19%) people planning to retire this year told the insurer they would withdraw over the 25% tax-free lump sum limit, which could mean they end up paying a one-off tax bill or a h...

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