In this week’s episode of The Money Mentor, David Braithwaite breaks down a critical opportunity for anyone approaching retirement: filling gaps in your state pension records before April 5th. If you’re missing National Insurance years, you could be leaving money on the table, but David explains how you can go back and fill those gaps at a cost, which could ultimately boost your future state pension payments.
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David discusses how to check your state pension record online, assess if it’s worth paying to backdate missing years, and how to avoid missing out on this limited window of opportunity. With a state pension currently paying £221.20 per week, these contributions could add up to a significant boost. Listen to the episode to learn exactly how to take advantage of this offer before time runs out.
Listen to the full episode and find out how you can maximise your state pension today.
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