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What is flexi-access drawdown (FAD)?

Flexi-access drawdown is a way of accessing your funds without buying an annuity. The payments are not guaranteed but it allows you to control your investments and you can then take regular withdrawals of as much as you want, when you want – though it's important to plan long term, so you have enough to last you through retirement.

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