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Lump Sum vs Phased Drawdown: Which Pension Strategy Pays in 2026/27?

Should you take your pension as one lump sum or use phased drawdown? We compare PCLS, UFPLS and flexi-access drawdown for 2026/27 savers.

Emma Clarke30 Jun 20266 min read

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Pension Recycling Rules: How to Avoid HMRC's Anti-Avoidance Charges in 2026/27

Taking a pension tax-free lump sum and then boosting pension contributions can trigger the recycling charge. Learn the 30% rule, the £7,500 threshold, and strategies that are safe in 2026/27.

Emma Clarke21 Jun 20266 min read

💰 Savings & Investing

Tax-Free Cash from Your Pension: Everything UK Savers Need to Know (2026/27)

You can take up to 25% of your pension pot as a tax-free lump sum (Pension Commencement Lump Sum). For 2026/27 the maximum is capped at £268,275. Here's how it works and how to maximise it.

James Morgan6 Jun 20268 min read

💰 Savings & Investing

Pension Lump Sum vs Income UK 2026 — Should You Take the 25% Tax-Free Cash?

Should you take the 25% pension tax-free cash in 2026? PCLS rules, phased drawdown, Lump Sum Allowance £268,275, DB commutation factors, and death benefit changes.

CalcHub Editorial28 May 20269 min read

💰 Savings & Investing

Pension Lump Sum Tax-Free UK 2026: How the 25% Rule Actually Works

The 25% tax-free pension lump sum is now capped at £268,275 — not 25% of your whole pot. We explain the Lump Sum Allowance, PCLS, UFPLS, DB scheme commutation, and what to do with a large pension pot.

Emma Clarke28 May 202610 min read

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