The retirement landscape is constantly evolving, and 2024 introduces a series of important changes that may affect how you approach your pension and long-term financial planning.
Whether you’re nearing retirement, managing an existing pension, or building savings for the long term, the changes in 2024 bring new opportunities and considerations. Let’s break down each aspect to understand its impact on your retirement strategy.
With raised contribution limits, both employers and individuals can now contribute more to retirement accounts. This is an opportunity to take advantage of tax-free growth. We offer guidance on how to maximize contributions throughout the year, ensuring you meet the limits without stretching your budget.
Many employers will increase their matching contributions in line with the new guidelines. If your employer offers matching, you’ll want to fully utilize this benefit by contributing enough to qualify for the maximum match. It’s like receiving “free money” toward your retirement fund.
Tax deductions for certain contributions have been adjusted,
creating new opportunities to save on taxes. Explore
PensionNews’ tips on strategically planning contributions to
lower your taxable income while enhancing your retirement
savings.
Increased Minimum Age for Withdrawals: Many pension providers are raising the minimum age for
penalty-free withdrawals. We help you plan around these changes,
from identifying alternative income sources to adjusting your
retirement timeline if necessary.
The penalties for early withdrawals have been recalibrated in some pension plans, impacting those who need to access funds before retirement age. PensionNews provides strategies for minimizing penalties, such as taking partial distributions or using a phased approach to withdrawals.
For those with spousal or dependent benefits, eligibility changes may affect how and when these benefits can be accessed. We explain how to adjust your retirement plan to accommodate changes in eligibility and ensure your family’s financial security.
Certain income levels are now subject to different tax rates, which could influence your retirement income planning. Our experts break down these changes and suggest withdrawal strategies that keep you within favorable tax brackets.