Pension

In general, a pension is an arrangement to provide people with an income when they are no longer earning a regular income from employment. It is a tax deferred savings vehicle that allows for the tax-free accumulation of a fund for later use as a retirement income. Pensions should not be confused with severance packages; the former is paid in regular installments, while the latter is paid in one lump sum. The terms retirement plan or superannuati... more
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