Find out what you can do to boost your pension

That's what it’s all about at this year's annual 3-day event “Pensioen3Daagse” on 7, 8 and 9 November. The Pensioen3Daagse is an initiative that was set up nation-wide to raise awareness regarding pensions, with the help of online platform ‘Money Wise’ (Wijzer in Geldzaken). Do we need that? Yes we do, given that 80% of people in the Netherlands consider other employment conditions more important than pension when starting a new job. But pension is your most expensive employment condition! If you're working five days a week, you spend about one day a week working for your pension. 

Your pension may still be a long way off, but 20% of people over 55 regret not having been more interested in their pension when they were younger. Why? Certain events occurring before you turn 55 have an impact on the pension you'll receive when you retire. For instance: many people are not aware that getting a divorce can cause a substantial drop in their retirement income. Another example: if you switch jobs, the pension you get through your new employer could have very different terms and conditions, which could be less favourable to you. That could be a huge disappointment when you want to retire.

Did you know your partner will get a pension if you pass away while you're employed by ING? Would you like to find out how to register your partner? Read this.