Planning for retirement is crucial, as it significantly affects your financial stability in later years. By initiating early and consistently saving, you can secure a comfortable lifestyle, guaranteeing peace of mind and independence during your golden years.
Through the links below you can find some articles that go in more detail on how you can learn more about pensions and your retirement.
Retirement marks a major transition in an individual’s life. Daily routines shift, careers come to an end, and personal priorities often change. With more time for family, hobbies, travel, or even relaxation this stage of life can be deeply fulfilling, but it also brings new challenges, especially when it comes to finances. One of the…
This information is only valid till December 2024. An updated article will be published in due course to highlight the changes mentioned in the October 2024 budget. Queries have arisen about the two Budget 2024 measures aimed at bridging the pension gap of pensioners born before 1st January 1962. At this stage it is not…
Malta, like many other countries is facing challenges due to its aging population and this is increasing the burden on the state pension system. Starting a private pension plan is becoming increasingly important to secure an adequate standard of living after retirement. Private pension plans might offer tax rebates and financial security without affecting the…
Malta, like several other nations, is facing challenges posed by an aging population. As the proportion of elderly citizens continues to rise, the burden on the state pension system has increased significantly. At the same time, the low pension income may fall short of providing retirees with a comfortable standard of living. This combination of…
Life Insurance companies generally offer two types of investment vehicles. These are called with profits investments and unit linked investments. But what are the main differences between these two? With Profits A with profits investment is generally a capital guaranteed investment and builds its value from annual bonuses paid by the insurance company. These bonuses…
If you are born after 1962, the statutory retirement age in Malta is 65 years. In Malta you are entitled for a state pension if you are in employment (or self-employed) and pay a social security contribution. If you are born after 1969, there must be at least 41 years of contributions to receive a…
Private pension products available in Malta are governed by rules established by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). We have prepared a summary of the current rules & tax measure incentives on private pension plans: Your contributions towards a private pension plan are eligible for a tax credit of 25%, up to a maximum set…
By virtue of the amendment to Article 381 of the Code of Organisation and Civil Procedure, Cap.12. of the Laws of Malta, a garnishee order cannot be issued on: benefits pensions allowances aid as referred to in the Social Security Act (Cap.381.), nor on private pension other pensions benefits allowances issued by the Government (local…
It has long been apparent that additional streams of income over and above one’s state retirement pension are needed to maintain one’s quality of life following retirement. Research conducted by ĠEMMA last year showed that 44% of respondents worry about their financial future but only 21% had some type of retirement pension plan. The enabling…
It’s important to take the time to understand the various aspects and issues of retirement. A deeper understanding of retirement realities and current and future possibilities, taking into account our needs and wants, will enable us to have a better picture and successfully plan the best course of action for a comfortable retirement. Your Life…
Prior to investing your savings into a private retirement pension product or any other savings or investment product, it is important that you think carefully about your unique needs and overall financial situation. This will allow you to determine whether the investment is right for you. The following are matters you should take into account:…
Retirement – you must have thought about it! To be free to do what you have long dreamt about; No more demanding working schedules; No more being caught up in bumper to bumper traffic to get to work; No more constant stress; On retirement, finally, you are your own master. To enjoy your retirement, you…
Losing your job is stressful and places a strain on your personal finances. Even if you have received compensation from a redundancy payment, losing your job can impact your ability to keep up with your financial obligations. Having a plan in place will make a difference on your financial and emotional well-being. The very first…
Whether you are in your young adulthood ranging in age from late teens / early twenties up to mid-thirties, in your adulthood from thirty-five years of age up to pre-retirement stage, whether you are working as an employee or a self-employed / self-occupied person, it is never too early nor too late to plan for…
After some solid thought you have decided to invest in a Personal Pension Plan. A number of financial services providers offer Personal Pension Plans. We at ĠEMMA strongly suggest that you shop around before you make a decision. We ask you that, as a minimum, you should take following matters into account: Ask for the…
