As a member of the IWDC Section, it's important that you understand how the money you pay in gets invested and how this affects the value of your pot over time. The information in this part of the website will help you understand how investments work and the options available to you.
Choosing the funds that you feel are right for you
As a member of the IWDC Section, the money you pay into your pension is invested in funds. It's very important to choose the funds that you feel are right for you. You should think about the objective of each fund and it's risk rating, and consider your own retirement goals.
The information in the sections below will help you understand more about how investments work, the choices available to you, and what to consider before making any decisions.
In this section...
How my investments work
See how the funds you choose can affect the way your IWDC pot grows.
Your Target Retirement Age (TRA) is the age you plan to take your IWDC pot. You should set a TRA if you invest in a Lifestyle strategy so your funds are switched at the right time.
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