What happens to a private pension when someone dies?

What happens to a private pension when someone dies?

The main pension rule governing defined benefit pensions in death is whether you were retired before you died. If you die before you retire your pension will pay out a lump sum worth 2-4 times your salary. If you’re younger than 75 when you die, this payment will be tax-free for your beneficiaries.

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