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If you’ve been mis-sold a pension or investment product, it can have long-term consequences on your financial future. Whether you were advised to transfer your pension into a riskier scheme, sold an unsuitable investment, or not fully informed of the risks and fees involved, this page is designed to help. We provide the necessary support and information to help you understand if you were mis-sold, what your options are for seeking redress, and how to protect your financial well-being. Our aim is to ensure you have the resources and guidance needed to take the next steps toward addressing the issue and securing a fair resolution.
Review Your Pension or Investment Statements
If you suspect you’ve been mis-sold a pension or investment product, the first step is to carefully review your statements and the original agreements. Look for any terms, charges, or fees that were not explained to you at the time of purchase. Pay particular attention to high-risk investments, high fees, or penalties for early withdrawal, as these may indicate you were sold a product that did not suit your needs. Check whether your financial advisor recommended products without considering your risk tolerance or retirement goals, which could be a sign of mis-selling.
Contact Your Pension or Investment Provider
Once you have reviewed your documents and identified potential mis-selling, the next step is to contact your pension provider or investment company. Explain your concerns about the suitability of the product, fees, or terms that were not disclosed, and ask them to investigate the matter. Request an explanation of how the product was sold to you and whether it aligns with your financial goals. If the provider fails to offer a satisfactory resolution, you can escalate the issue further.
File a Formal Complaint
If you are not satisfied with the response from your pension or investment provider, file a formal complaint. Clearly outline your concerns, providing evidence of mis-selling, such as promotional materials, meeting notes, or records of any misleading advice you received. This will prompt the provider to investigate the issue and potentially offer a resolution, such as a refund of excessive fees, compensation for financial losses, or a reassessment of your product. Keep a record of all communications for future reference.
Check for Compensation and Refunds
If mis-selling is confirmed, you may be entitled to compensation. This can include a refund of any excess fees, a reimbursement of losses incurred due to unsuitable investments, or the rectification of an inappropriate pension plan. When pursuing compensation, ensure that you provide all relevant documentation and records to support your claim, including evidence of mis-selling, financial loss, or lack of transparency during the sales process.
Request a Transfer or Switch to a More Suitable Product
If your pension or investment product is no longer suitable for your needs due to mis-selling, you may want to request a transfer or switch to a more appropriate option. Consult with your provider or an independent financial advisor to explore alternatives that better align with your retirement goals, risk tolerance, and financial situation. In some cases, transferring your pension or investment to a more suitable product can help you avoid further financial losses and ensure your long-term financial security.
Monitor Your Investments and Pension Regularly
After addressing a mis-sold pension or investment, it's important to monitor your investments and pension statements regularly. Keep track of any changes in fees, charges, or investment performance. By staying informed and actively managing your financial portfolio, you can ensure that your pension and investments align with your goals and adjust them if necessary. Regular monitoring also helps identify potential issues early, allowing you to take proactive steps before they escalate.
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The Finance Calculator calculates the type of repayment required, at the frequency requested, in respect of the loan parameters entered, namely amount, term and interest rate. Remember there may have been other costs too. The Equipment Finance Calculator also calculates the time saved to pay off the loan and the amount of interest saved based on an additional input from the customer. This is if repayments are increased by the entered amount of extra contribution per repayment period. This feature is only enabled for the products that support an extra repayment. The calculations are done at the repayment frequency entered, in respect of the original loan parameters entered, namely amount, annual interest rate and term in years.
Calculator Assumptions
Length of Month
All months are assumed to be of equal length. In reality, many loans accrue on a daily basis leading to a varying number of days interest dependent on the number of days in the particular month.
Number of Weeks or Fortnights in a Year
One year is assumed to contain exactly 52 weeks or 26 fortnights. This implicitly assumes that a year has 364 days rather than the actual 365 or 366.
Rounding of Amount of Each Repayment
In practice, repayments are rounded to at least the nearer cent. However the calculator uses the unrounded repayment to derive the amount of interest payable at points along the graph and in total over the full term of the loan. This assumption allows for a smooth graph and equal repayment amounts. Note that the final repayment after the increase in repayment amount.
Rounding of Time Saved
The time saved is presented as a number of years and months, fortnights or weeks, based on the repayment frequency selected. It assumes the potential partial last repayment when calculating the savings.
Amount of Interest Saved
This amount can only be approximated from the amount of time saved and based on the original loan details.
Calculator Disclaimer
The results from this calculator should be used as an indication only. Results do not represent either quotes or pre-qualifications for the product. Individual institutions apply different formulas. Information such as interest rates quoted and default figures used in the assumptions are subject to change.
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When pensions or investment products are sold without properly assessing the customer’s risk tolerance, financial goals, or time horizon, leading to unsuitable recommendations. Or when the costs associated with pensions or investments, such as management fees or hidden charges, are not fully disclosed, affecting the customer’s returns, you might have a claim.
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When advisors mislead customers about the potential returns of a pension or investment, creating unrealistic expectations or when customers are sold high-risk investment products that do not align with their financial situation or risk appetite, often leading to potential losses you might have a claim.
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