Your pension annuity questions answered
Q: How much will your annuity service cost me?
A: Nothing! Purchasing your annuity through the Express Retirement Service is completely free to you because Key, our partner, receive payment from your chosen annuity provider. We could potentially increase your pension income by over 100%* and it won’t have cost you a penny!
Q: Isn’t it just easier to stay with my current provider?
A: You might not be offered the best income by your current provider. The amount of income you will receive from your annuity will vary between different insurance companies so it’s important to compare deals from other providers before making your decision. Our hassle-free service will do the hard work for you, comparing annuities from the whole of the market. Our service is incredibly simple – we’ll do all the work on your behalf, providing you with all the information needed to make the right decision for you. You have nothing to lose!
Q: How long does it take to find me a better deal on my annuity?
A: The process is simple and quick. It takes approximately 15 minutes for one of our specialists to see if there is a better deal for you. Our no-obligation service can find you the best annuity quotations from the whole of the market, potentially saving you hours of searching the market yourself.
Q: Can I switch the provider of my pension annuity later?
A: No. Your annuity decision is a final, one-off purchase, and once you have purchased your annuity it cannot be changed. Making the wrong choice could literally cost you many thousands of pounds in lost income.
Q: How do I find out if I qualify for an enhanced annuity income?
A: Answer a number of non-intrusive questions about your health and lifestyle and our expert team will quickly be able to establish if you will qualify for an even higher income. Around 57% of the population is thought to qualify for an enhanced annuity. Find out more about enhanced annuities by clicking here.