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As the festive season rolls around, the giving of financial gifts is often a point of interest for retirees and pensioners.
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Pension

How gifting your grandkids money could actually increase your pension

If you’re gifting from a financial asset – like money in the bank or shares – giving it away won’t hurt your pension. In fact, it could help.

  • by Rachel Lane

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