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The importance of protecting your pension for a secure retirement

Christine Akinyi by Christine Akinyi
October 3, 2024
in Investments
Reading Time: 2 mins read

For many Kenyan workers, contributing to a pension scheme is an important step toward ensuring financial security in retirement. However, many struggle with the practice of keeping retirement savings intact when changing jobs or facing financial pressures. Pension preservation refers to the practice of keeping your accumulated pension savings in your pension scheme until retirement, even if you leave your current job. When an employee leaves a job, they have several options regarding their pension savings, including: leaving the savings in the current pension scheme, ttransferring the funds to another pension plan or withdrawing part or all of the funds, particularly in cases of resignation or retrenchment.

While withdrawing your pension savings may seem like an attractive option during financial difficulties, it can have long-term negative consequences. Preserving your pension, on the other hand, ensures that your retirement savings continue to grow and are available when you need them most, during retirement. The key benefit of preserving your pension savings is the opportunity for compound growth. When you leave your savings in a pension scheme, your money continues to earn returns on both the contributions made and the interest gained. Over time, this compounded growth can significantly increase the value of your pension fund.

Your pension is meant to provide a steady income in retirement when you no longer have a regular pay check. By preserving your savings, you help safeguard your financial future. With the increasing costs of healthcare, housing, and daily living expenses, it’s crucial to have sufficient savings in place to cover these needs. Pension preservation allows you to build a safety net, ensuring that you will not struggle financially during your retirement years. By keeping your savings intact, you maintain a stable foundation for a comfortable retirement.

Preserving your pension savings is a critical step toward securing a comfortable and financially stable retirement. While life’s challenges may tempt you to withdraw funds prematurely, the benefits of keeping your savings intact far outweigh the short-term relief that a withdrawal might offer. By making informed decisions and seeking professional guidance, you can ensure that your retirement years are well-funded and free from financial worry.

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