Alongside the content of this website, there are a range of resources and tools for you to consider using as part of your retirement planning journey.
First Group Pension Scheme (Bus Section) – Silver and Gold sections
If you are a member of this scheme, Aptia OneView has a range of tools and resources to help better understand your situation. To access the Aptia OneView portal, visit: https://v3.aptiaoneview.co.uk/FIRSTBUS
Obtain a transfer value
If you are interested in finding out more about what transferring out of the Scheme could mean for you, then you can obtain a transfer value online through Aptia OneView .
Further resources
Aptia OneView also provides a range of articles and resources through the online Education Centre. Here you can read about the different types of pension arrangements as well as any recent tax updates. If you have DC benefits in the First Bus Retirement Savings Plan, Aegon TargetPlan has a range of tools and resources to help better understand your situation. See below.
First Bus Retirement Savings Plan
Members of this scheme can access the online account service, Aegon TargetPlan, making it easier for you to manage your workplace savings.
To access Aegon TargetPlan go to: www.aegon.co.uk/targetplan
- You will need your existing Aegon TargetPlan account number beginning with A/00. You can find this on any communication Aegon has sent you, alternatively you can call the Aegon Contact Centre to obtain your account number.
- You will also need to include your National Insurance number and quote ‘The First Bus Retirement Savings Plan’
The Aegon online planning tool
Use myTarget to help you understand what your retirement income might look like. And if you’re not on track, it can help you understand what you might need to do to help you achieve your target income.
Fund comparison tool and further resources
Aegon TargetPlan, can also help you become knowledgeable about saving for retirement, so that you can make informed choices. Access fund information, such as fund factsheets, to help you in your investment decisions
Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
If you have an AVCs in addition to your Scheme benefits, you can access further information by visiting www.firstbuspensionschemetrustee.co.uk/ and navigating to ‘Retirement Info for AVC members (Mercer)’ on the login page.
MoneyHelper retirement information
From an easy to understand pension savings timeline to detailed information on retirement income options, you’ll find it all on the Government’s Money Helper website.
Visit the MoneyHelper website
FCA guide to transferring out of a defined benefit pension scheme
More information about transferring out from the Scheme and what to think about from the FCA.
Visit the FCA website
MoneyHelper pension calculator
Find out your likely retirement income. In a few easy steps, the MoneyHelper pension calculator can give you an estimate of your retirement income.
Use the MoneyHelper calculator
MoneyHelper annuity comparison tool
According to the FCA, 8 out of 10 people lose out by not shopping around for the best annuity for their personal circumstances. This tool from MoneyHelper can help.
Use the MoneyHelper annuity comparer
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