RETIREMENT PLANNING

A retirement income you can rely on

Approaching retirement? We'll show you how much income your pensions can safely provide, and the best way to take it, so you can stop guessing and start enjoying it.

  • Annuity, drawdown or a blend
  • Independent, whole-of-market
  • Cashflow planning so you can see the future
FCA regulated (via New Leaf) · 100% independent · Terry Roberts, DipFA CeRER CeMAP
Book your free retirement review with Terry
Free, no obligation, and no charge until you've seen and agreed our fees in writing.
FCA regulated
Appointed Representative of New Leaf Distribution Ltd
100% independent
Whole-of-market, we work for you, not a provider
At-retirement specialist
Terry Roberts, DipFA CeRER CeMAP
Cashflow forecasting
See your retirement income before you commit

Turning pension savings into retirement income

The hardest question in retirement isn't how much you've saved, it's how to turn it into a reliable income that lasts. We model your options (annuity, flexible drawdown, or a combination), factor in tax, the State Pension and your other assets, and give you a clear plan for the income you want without the fear of running out.

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How retirement planning works with us

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Free first meeting
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We gather your pensions and goals
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We model your retirement income and test it against different scenarios
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A clear recommendation, then implementation
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Ongoing reviews as your needs change
Good to know: signing our Client Engagement & Services Agreement lets us begin, but triggers no charges. No chargeable work starts until we've agreed a separate Fee Agreement with you, in writing.

Why Positive Advisers for at-retirement advice

Independent: we compare the whole market for annuities and drawdown.
Cashflow forecasting: so you can see your retirement.
Plain-English advice: the numbers made manageable.
Ongoing support: not a one-off transaction.

What clients say

Buying an annuity became a drawn-out process, but with Mark's able advice and good communication it reached a great result, ten out of ten.
Barry HughesTrustpilot review
Facing the big decision of what to do with our pension, Mark gave us understanding, guidance and the confidence to choose. Top guy.
Alan StephenGoogle review
A long-dormant pension is now heading in the right direction and gaining value.
Matthew CowieGoogle review
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Meet your retirement adviser

Terry Roberts · Essex Team Leader · DipFA, CeRER, CeMAP

Terry Roberts specialises in guiding people through the run-up to and start of retirement, with a knack for making the numbers feel manageable.

Retirement planning FAQs

Annuity or drawdown, which is better?

It depends on your goals, other income and attitude to risk. Often a blend works best; we'll model both for you.

When should I start planning?

Ideally 5–10 years out, but it's never too late, even close to retirement there's plenty we can improve.

What does it cost?

Free first consultation; fees agreed in writing before any work begins.

Book your free retirement review with Terry

Choose a time that suits you
Free, no obligation, and no charge until you've seen and agreed our fees in writing.