Majority of advisers transfer out of their DB schemes

Almost all (97%) surveyed say they are happy with the decision

Jenna Brown
clock • 2 min read
Professional Pensions' sister title Professional Adviser has quizzed financial advisers on their personal experiences with DB schemes.
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Professional Pensions' sister title Professional Adviser has quizzed financial advisers on their personal experiences with DB schemes.

Three-quarters of financial advisers have transferred benefits out of a defined benefit (DB) pension arrangement, according to Professional Adviser.

Professional Pensions' sister title conducted a poll which found only one in four advisers have stuck with their final salary scheme. The results come amid ongoing regulatory intervention in the ma...

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