Morgan Laing
Standard Life Content Writer
"The more you know about pensions and other money matters, the more confident you could feel when planning for your future."
Morgan has experience writing for various publications, with her work having appeared both online and in print. Now a Content Writer at Standard Life, she wants to make pensions, savings and investments easier for people to get to grips with.
Our MoneyPlus features team are experienced financial journalists and writers. They’re passionate about making pensions, savings and investing as easy to understand as they can so that everyone can make the most of their money.
Articles by Morgan Laing
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Savings3 minsMorgan LaingFour things you can do to feel more positive about your finances
Less than half of people in the UK feel positive about their finances. Find out how you could feel better about your money with these four tips. -
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Four things you can do to feel more positive about your finances
Less than half of people in the UK feel positive about their finances. Find out how you could feel better about your money with these four tips. -
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How to set and reach your financial goals in 2025
Do you know what you want to achieve in 2025? Find out how you could set and reach your financial goals this year. -
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How to set and reach your financial goals in 2025
Do you know what you want to achieve in 2025? Find out how you could set and reach your financial goals this year. -
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In your 40s or 50s? Here are some pension tips for Gen X
Gen X (aged 44-59) got caught between two pension systems. Find out how this has impacted them and get some tips on feeling more confident about retirement. -
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In your 40s or 50s? Here are some pension tips for Gen X
Gen X (aged 44-59) got caught between two pension systems. Find out how this has impacted them and get some tips on feeling more confident about retirement. -
Savings3 minsMorgan LaingHow to save for milestones
Life can be full of important milestones. Here are some ways you can save up for those special moments – and your long-term future. -
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How to save for milestones
Life can be full of important milestones. Here are some ways you can save up for those special moments – and your long-term future. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingHow can I retire earlier than planned?
Like the idea of retiring earlier than planned? We’ve crunched some numbers to show how you could potentially do that. -
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How can I retire earlier than planned?
Like the idea of retiring earlier than planned? We’ve crunched some numbers to show how you could potentially do that. -
Tax3 minsMorgan LaingTaking your pension savings? Keep these tax tips in mind
How you take your pension savings can impact the amount of tax you pay on them. Find out how the tax on your pension works and get some top tips. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingBoosting your State Pension with voluntary National Insurance contributions
Find out how you can use voluntary National Insurance contributions to fill gaps in your NI record and potentially increase the amount of State Pension you will receive. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingWhy when you start paying into a pension plan matters
Generally, the earlier you start putting money into a pension plan, the better. Find out why when you start paying into a plan matters. -
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Why when you start paying into a pension plan matters
Generally, the earlier you start putting money into a pension plan, the better. Find out why when you start paying into a plan matters. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingYour pension plan: a few important things to check
If you’ve got a pension plan, it’s important to review it and see how it’s doing. So here are a few important things to check. -
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Your pension plan: a few important things to check
If you’ve got a pension plan, it’s important to review it and see how it’s doing. So here are a few important things to check. -
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Over 55? When it comes to your pension plan, here are a few things to review
Over 55? Find out what to review when it comes to your pension plan. -
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Over 55? When it comes to your pension plan, here are a few things to review
Over 55? Find out what to review when it comes to your pension plan. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingHow to check and choose your pension investments
When money’s paid into a pension plan, it’s invested. Find out how to check and choose your pension investments – and how to stay calm through market ups and downs. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingThree things to think about when planning for retirement
Discover three things to think about in the run-up to – and potentially even throughout – your retirement. -
Savings4 minsMorgan LaingHow much tax do I need to pay on my savings interest?
Find out how much tax you might need to pay on savings interest – and how you might be able to get some interest tax free. -
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Saving tips for your 20s and 30s
Read our saving tips to help you work towards your goals in your 20s and 30s. -
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Things you can do now to help your future self
Want to help out your future self? Read five things you can do today that could benefit you later. -
Savings3 minsMorgan LaingThings you can do now to help your future self
Want to help out your future self? Read five things you can do today that could benefit you later. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingLiving abroad – what does it mean for your pension plans in the UK?
Got pension plans in the UK but living abroad? Learn about the tax you may need to pay, how you can get your money when the time comes, and more. -
Savings3 minsMorgan Laing
Saving tips for your 20s and 30s
Read our saving tips to help you work towards your goals in your 20s and 30s. -
Tax3 minsMorgan Laing
What to think about at the start of the new tax year
The 2024/25 tax year has arrived. Find out what kind of things might impact your finances. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingHow can you take money from a pension plan?
There are a few different ways you can take money from a pension plan. Learn more about your retirement options. -
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Four tips that could help you deal with debt
Read about four things you could try doing if you’re worried about debt. -
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How do you bring pension plans together?
Some people choose to bring their pension plans together. Find out what’s involved. -
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How do you bring pension plans together?
Some people choose to bring their pension plans together. Find out what’s involved. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingHow taking a career break can impact your future finances
Taking time away from work can have an impact on your future finances, including your pension savings. Find out how you can feel more confident about your money. -
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How taking a career break can impact your future finances
Taking time away from work can have an impact on your future finances, including your pension savings. Find out how you can feel more confident about your money. -
Other4 minsMorgan LaingHow to spot a romance scam
‘Romance scams’ have become more common over the years. Learn about the warning signs and how to you can help keep yourself safe. -
Recommended4 minsMorgan LaingHow to make the most of higher pension allowances
Pension allowances increased in 2023. Brush up on these increases and find out how to make the most of the higher allowances before the tax year ends. -
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Increases to pension allowances – what you need to know
Pension allowances increased in 2023. Brush up on these increases and get some tips to try out before the end of the tax year. -
Savings3 minsMorgan LaingFour tips to help you get on top of your finances
Did you feel some pressure on your finances in last year? Here are some tips and a tool that can help you feel more in control of your money in 2024. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingGot a new pension plan? Here’s what to think about
Got a new pension plan? Here are five things you can do to help you manage it. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingDrawdown, annuities – what’s the difference?
Learn about the differences between two retirement options – drawdown and annuities – and find out if you can choose both. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingRelying on inheritance to see you through retirement? You may want to rethink
Some people don’t focus on saving for retirement because they’re counting on inheriting money or property. But here’s why it’s important not to rely on inheritance alone. -
Cost of living support3 minsMorgan LaingWhy now might be a good time to talk about money
We’re looking at why people feel uncomfortable talking about money and why now might be a good time to open up about your money worries. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingCan I have multiple pension plans?
Not sure how many pension plans you can actually have? Or wondering how to keep track of multiple plans? Here are some things to know. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingBusting five common annuity myths
Annuities are a way of taking your pension savings. But some people have misconceptions about how they work. We bust five myths about annuities. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingThree actions to help you make the most of your pension plan
Whether you’re a long way off retirement or you’ve already stopped working, here are three actions you can take now to help you make the most of your pension plan. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingWhere will my retirement income come from?
Where will your money come from when you stop working? Learn about some of the income sources you could have when you retire. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingDC vs DB pension plans – does your plan impact how you can take your money?
Learn the differences between defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans. Discover whether the type of plan you have impacts how you can take your money. -
Recommended4 minsMorgan Laing
Should I defer my State Pension?
Not everyone claims their State Pension when they reach State Pension age. Discover what it means to defer your State Pension and what to think about if you’re considering deferring. -
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Scams to be aware of
The cost of living has risen, and so has the number of people being targeted by scammers. Find out how you can help yourself avoid some different kinds of scams. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingHow to help your retirement income last when costs are high
Discover how you could help prolong your retirement income and help make sure your pension savings last as long as you need them to when the cost of living is high. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingPlanning for your future when you're self-employed
Are you self-employed? Read about what you can do to plan for your financial future – including getting tax returns in on time and saving into a pension plan. -
Pensions3 minsMorgan LaingHow much attention should I give to my pension plan when I’m 30 or under?
Discover how much attention you should give to your pension plan when you’re aged 30 or under, and learn how focusing on your plan early could benefit you in the future. -
Recommended4 minsMorgan LaingHow much tax will I pay on my pension withdrawals?
Find out how much tax you’ll need to pay on your pension withdrawals depending on how you take your money and discover whether you’ll pay tax on your State Pension. -
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How to make the most of Spring Budget changes in the new tax year
Read about how the Spring Budget could affect you in the 2023/24 tax year and how you can make the most of changes to pension allowances. -
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Thinking of unretiring or delaying retirement? Here’s what to consider
Recently, increased financial pressures have played a part in people coming out of retirement or staying in work longer. If you’re thinking about unretiring or delaying your retirement, here are some things to consider. -
Pensions7 minsMorgan LaingPersonal pension vs. workplace pension
Learn about the main differences between personal and workplace pension schemes. This could help you understand any schemes you may be part of now or in future. -
Pensions7 minsMorgan LaingSetting up a pension plan
Find out how to set up a pension plan – or how you can have one set up for you. -
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How much of my retirement income will come from the State Pension?
Find out how much of your total retirement income could potentially come from the State Pension. -
Pensions6 minsMorgan LaingWhy it’s not too late to save for retirement in your 50s
A pension plan can make your money work harder for you. With this in mind, we explain why it’s not too late to save for retirement even if you’re getting started with saving in your 50s. -
Pensions4 minsMorgan LaingBest of MoneyPlus 2022: Five of our most read articles
We’re looking back on five of our most popular articles from 2022, which could give you inspiration and information as we head into the new year. -
Recommended5 minsMorgan LaingSix tips to get your finances ready for the new year
We’re giving you six tips to help get your finances ready for the new year. -
Pensions6 minsMorgan LaingRising interest rates, your mortgage and your pension
Interest rates have been rising, and this can affect your mortgage. If you’re thinking about accessing your pension savings to pay off your mortgage, here’s what to consider first.