Buying your annuity
How do I apply for my chosen annuity?
To apply you simply need to send us the completed application form for your chosen annuity. If you don't already have the appropriate form you can download an application form now from our website by completing a quotation and selecting the application form at the end of the process. Alternatively you can call us on 0117 980 9940 and we can send you an application form in the post.Remember we're here to help. If you have any questions when completing your annuity application form or at any other time when buying your annuity, please do not hesitate to call our specialist help desk on 0117 980 9940.
Why it's important to act quickly
When you've decided the time is right to buy your annuity and have found a quote that's suitable it's important you act quickly.
Any time you delay is time you could be receiving an income from your pension. A delay of a couple of months for example could result in you missing out on thousands of pounds of income over that period.
It's also important to consider that annuity rates do change on a regular basis. The rate you have been quoted is not guaranteed until your chosen annuity company receive the money from your existing pension provider, therefore any falls in rates in the meantime may reduce your annuity income.
In these difficult times it was a relief to hand over the annuity arrangements to HL who had my best interests at heart and provided me with the best annuity rates in the market in an easy to understand process from start to finish. Thank you
Mr P Udall, Hampshire
How long will my annuity take to set up?
How long your annuity takes to set up will depend upon the efficiency of your existing pension provider and how quickly they forward your pension fund to your annuity company. Your annuity may therefore take up to 6 to 8 weeks to complete, although many annuities do complete in a much shorter time. We will speak to your pension provider on a regular basis to ensure everything is being done as quickly as possible for you, meaning you can relax safe in the knowledge that your annuity is in-hand.
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Confused about annuities?
If you have a question or would like more information call our friendly annuities support team on:
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