Add all your current pensions, savings, and expected lump sums
Plan for state pension deferral, part-time work, and long-term care
Defer your state pension to receive a higher amount (~5.8% increase per year)
Deferring to age 70 increases your pension by ~18% for life
Plan to work part-time in early retirement for bridge income
Plan for future care costs (residential ~£40k/year, nursing ~£60k/year)
Typical: £30-40k residential, £40-60k nursing
Set your expected returns and withdrawal strategy
UFPLS keeps DC growing and applies 25% tax‑free per withdrawal; PA still applies to the taxable 75%.