Will your property tax bill go up or down for 2024?Households will be hoping their local council votes for a reduction in the taxSat Sept 30 2023 - 05:00
Fixed, cashback or variable - what is the best mortgage option when interest rates are soaring? It’s a good idea to start thinking of the mortgage product that best suits you – and to shop around for one that offers the best valueWed Sept 27 2023 - 05:40
Banking scams: ‘I deposited €10,000 in the morning – it was gone by 4pm’Banking scams are on the rise but there are steps you can take to keep your money safeTue Sept 26 2023 - 05:30
Savings rates are rising. Here’s how to maximise your returnIf you have locked your savings away for a fixed term at lower rates, you may need to think about your best approachTue Sept 19 2023 - 05:00
Property tax costs likely to rise sharply for Irish with second homes in FranceDecision by president Emmanuel Macron allows local councils increase their taxes on second homes by up to 60 per centSat Sept 16 2023 - 05:00
Growth of digital payments: Can retailers really refuse to accept cash?Ireland has one of the highest values of online payments but EU is proposing measures to protect the use of cashTue Sept 12 2023 - 05:00
Budget 2024: What measures will we see - from tax and childcare cuts to electricity credits?One-off measures might be worth paying closer attention to as modest budget package leaves little room for major tax reformTue Sept 05 2023 - 05:00
If you’re going to buy crypto, here’s some adviceSpeculate only with what you can afford to lose, and don’t forget about tax if you do make moneyTue Aug 29 2023 - 00:00
Why are Irish savers getting such a raw deal on their nest eggs?Disenchantment with the paltry levels of return on offer from Irish savings products is rising, and State savings are part of the problemTue Aug 22 2023 - 05:00
A family trip to Legoland UK: Eighty million bricks, models galore and fun for all A dual theme park trip in the UK has plenty to offer kids of all ages (and their parents)Sun Aug 20 2023 - 05:00
Cars, holidays and solar panels drive personal borrowing to record highs Interest rates may be rising, but so too is demand for personal lendingTue Aug 15 2023 - 05:00
Auckland boat house sells for record €1.1m but New Zealand property market looks shakyRising interest rates have pushed prices into reverse, but there are still signs of exuberance in the marketSat Aug 12 2023 - 05:00
BYOB is back: The restaurants around Ireland where you can bring your own booze Save money by buying cheaply in your local supermarket or treat yourself by upgrading the usual house wineTue Jul 18 2023 - 06:05
Now you can ‘earn’ $90,000 by moving to remote Irish islandsGlobal press gets the wrong end of the stick on new Government islands planFri Jul 14 2023 - 05:00
Remote work tax credit: too much effort for just €61 back?Just 20% of those eligible have claimed the relief thus far for 2022, latest Revenue figures showTue Jul 11 2023 - 05:00
Worked in the UK? Top up your pension and benefit by as much as €180,000Hundreds of thousands of Irish residents may benefit from a chance to ‘buy back’ up to 19 years of UK state pension entitlementTue Jul 04 2023 - 05:00
Irish food writer plans her next adventure in rural FranceTrish Deseine is selling her cottage deep in the French countryside but won’t be moving farSat Jul 01 2023 - 05:00
Fiona Reddan: How much might you get back in tax cuts in this year’s budget?Budget 2024: Indexation of tax bands is the reform most sought by tax professionals to ensure people’s standstill position does not weakenTue Jun 27 2023 - 05:00
Are you getting the most out of your health insurance? Many of us fail to claim these benefitsWhile you may be adept at claiming money back for a GP visit, many of us fail to claim a host of other benefitsTue Jun 20 2023 - 05:00
Savings rates are rising: here are the best accounts for you Mainstream Irish lenders are not currently the best option for deposits as consumers are urged to keep an eye on changing offersTue Jun 13 2023 - 05:00
Buy a soccer club, give everyone a cheque: What might our new sovereign wealth fund do?Ireland’s buoyant corporation tax returns give the State the luxury to invest for the futureTue Jun 06 2023 - 05:00
How to make money and not pay tax on it – from watches, cars, homes and bondsWhile it is impossible to do so in many cases, there are ways of potentially making money that won’t attract the tax man’s attentionTue May 30 2023 - 05:00
Dream decor: How to set up your bedroom for a good night’s sleepA firm mattress, natural sheets, plants and relaxing colours are some of the steps to take to improve your slumberSun May 28 2023 - 05:00
Could government bonds offer a solution to low deposit rates?Bonds can offer better returns but are not without risk and, ideally, require substantial investmentTue May 23 2023 - 05:00
A Toblerone costs €8.75 at Dublin Airport but €5.50 at Tesco: Why Duty Free isn’t always a bargainThe return of duty free when travelling to the UK means there are significant savings to be madeTue May 16 2023 - 05:00
Why it may not make financial sense to buy a home for €30,000Certain vacant and derelict properties can be acquired cheaply, but the costs and difficulties in renovating can make it a challenging prospectSun May 14 2023 - 05:00
Starting out or starting over? Four financial habits to live byPutting a little thought into building savings or dealing with debt can pay dividends in terms of your financial wellbeing and your peace of mindTue May 09 2023 - 05:00
It’s companionship in exchange for housing - but how does it work?Home sharing between an elderly person and someone seeking accommodation can be a win-win for both, but there are pitfalls to watch out forSat May 06 2023 - 05:00
After the departures of Ulster Bank and KBC Bank, what’s left for Irish consumers?The range of services on offer from traditional banks, online challenger banks, An Post and the credit unions can vary widely, so pick with careTue May 02 2023 - 05:00
Why under-insuring your home could cost you thousands of euroRapid increases in building costs mean homeowners could find themselves substantially out of pocket if their homes are damagedTue Apr 25 2023 - 05:00
Savings: If you have cash on deposit you’re losing money. Not just a bit, but a lotIronically, consumers are losing out in part because they already have too much money on deposit at banksTue Apr 18 2023 - 05:00
Let’s go premium: four options if you’re upgrading your bank accountYou’ll need to earn at least €100,000 to qualify for some banks’ offeringsTue Apr 11 2023 - 05:00
Fiona Reddan: Dividing up the pension pot when a marriage breaks downUsually the family home takes centre stage but pensions may be the biggest asset in the marital potTue Apr 04 2023 - 05:00
Passion investments soar as art and handbags see record pricesThe Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index rose by 16% last year, beating both inflation as well as mainstream equitiesSat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
Rent Tax Credit: Why aren’t more renters claiming it?Revenue figures show they earn between €30,000 and €40,000 a year, are aged between 25 and 34 and have been at the current address for less than three yearsTue Mar 28 2023 - 05:00
No money in, no money out: Irish property funds suspend withdrawalsThe deferral of withdrawals or switches is a feature of property funds but investors need to be aware that it makes them a risker prospectTue Mar 21 2023 - 05:00
Surge in house prices pushes more people into inheritance tax net, new figures showGalway/Roscommon region sees biggest increase in number of people caught in capital acquisitions tax netSat Mar 11 2023 - 05:00
Saving for a new house in 2023? Here is everything you need to knowWith rising interest rates, amounts needed for repayments have increased significantly - so ‘if you’re think you’re saving enough, save more’Wed Mar 08 2023 - 05:00
Irish property funds suspend client withdrawals amid cash calls spike Move comes amid darkening commercial property outlookTue Mar 07 2023 - 08:31
Why does Ireland have Europe’s most expensive housing market?Rocketing rents and utility prices mean that Ireland now has highest housing costs across the EU-27Tue Mar 07 2023 - 05:00
Divorced homebuyers: ‘Gamechanging’ rule changes make it easier to buy a new homeChanges in Central Bank lending rules and State scheme eligibility have broadened the definition of first-time buyerTue Feb 28 2023 - 05:00
Property prices in ski resorts jumpPrices have soared post-pandemic but there are clouds ahead in the form of poor snow conditions plus rising interest ratesSat Feb 25 2023 - 05:00
Five things we might see from the new Minister for FinanceMichael McGrath has expressed support in the past for a number of tax measures, but will his position have changed in Government?Tue Feb 21 2023 - 05:00
Redundancy: How much will I get – and what should I do with it?If you find yourself affected by the recent slate of job cuts, it’s important to know what you’re entitled to and how to maximise your benefitTue Feb 14 2023 - 05:00
Are you one of the 500,000 taxpayers owed tax back for 2022?How to overcome your fear of the unknown and reclaim money you might be owedTue Feb 07 2023 - 05:00
Think long and hard before surrendering your tracker mortgage rateYour tracker margin, how long is left on the loan, whether it’s your home or an investment and your personal financial circumstances will all influence a decisionTue Jan 31 2023 - 05:00
Could Swedish house price plunge hold lessons for Ireland?Market has plunged by almost 20% as interest rate increases hit hard and fastSat Jan 28 2023 - 05:00
Three ways to minimise inheritance taxOpting for a loan, life interest or selling below market value are three optionsTue Jan 24 2023 - 05:05
Why landlords are selling up: Taxes, regulation and fear of a Sinn Féin governmentLandlords say fears of a Sinn Féin government, high taxes and rising regulation are driving them out of the businessSat Jan 21 2023 - 05:00
Budget 2023 measures are kicking in, from rent to childcare: here’s what it means for youWider income tax bands, a revived rent credit and welfare payment increases should bring some cheer for most peopleTue Jan 17 2023 - 05:00
