The pension freedom era will enable more savers than ever to access a wide range of investments previously inaccessible to them. Savers are no longer required to purchase an annuity so there will be lots to consider for those planning to take a lump sum from their pension pot, but there is also a need to fulfil several requirements. Alternative investments can satisfy the needs of pension savers while offering additional benefits. Investors should consider them alongside mainstream investments. Junior Research Analyst, Samantha Goins, takes a look at various alternative assets classes and how they can benefit from them. The…