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
Fiona Reddan: Four steps to better financial health in 2023Assessing how to manage your mortgage, savings, pension and other debt does not need to be intimidatingTue Jan 10 2023 - 05:00
From piggy banks to prize bonds: Financial gifts that keep givingIt can pay to opt for a Christmas present that could provide longer-term financial benefits to the recipientTue Dec 20 2022 - 05:00
Interior trends 2023: Let nature inspire youGo natural on your walls and think about sustainability when you buySat Dec 17 2022 - 05:00
Auto-enrolment pensions: What questions remain about new worker scheme?Income threshold and age limits are contentious, and there is confusion over maternity breaks, fund drawdown and taxation in the event of early deathTue Dec 13 2022 - 05:00
New pension options now available for business owners and the self-employedInsurers offering such pensions had stopped taking new business last year because of strict EU regulations, but have now found ways to return to the marketTue Dec 06 2022 - 05:30
Handbags becoming more and more lucrative as resale market boomsBrand, model and condition are the key factors that will determine the value of your bagsTue Nov 29 2022 - 05:00
Flip your way up to your dream home - D4-styleFor this home-owner, buying a property, giving it a stylish refurb and selling it on has been the path to her ‘forever’ homeSat Nov 26 2022 - 05:00
Getting a 2%-plus return on your savings? It’s not straightforward but it is possibleMore attractive rates on your deposits are available in Europe but are accessible to Irish customersTue Nov 22 2022 - 05:00
The makers who will shape the future of Ireland’s crafts sectorFuture Makers Awards recognises talent, potential and creativity in emerging designers and craftspeopleSat Nov 19 2022 - 05:00
Interest rates are rising so why am I not earning more on my savings?It’s no surprise really: there will be just three banks left in the deposit market when KBC and Ulster Bank have goneTue Nov 15 2022 - 05:30
It costs what to boil a kettle? This free home energy kit tells you that and a lot moreYou can get your home audit kit for free from your local librarySat Nov 12 2022 - 05:00
What’s so bad about cash? Reasons not to buy vouchers this ChristmasWorkers may be stuck with vouchers under the Small Benefit Exemption but others should think twice before purchasingTue Nov 08 2022 - 05:00
Work till you’re 70 to get a higher pension? Not so fastThere are various factors you need to consider before making the choice, assuming your employer allows itTue Nov 01 2022 - 05:00
Is it time to bring back more tax reliefs?Return of the rent credit opens the door for pressure on other phased-out reliefs to be re-instatedTue Oct 25 2022 - 05:00
When should you start to save for your child’s college costs? Around the time they’re born‘The starting point really, if parents can afford it, is around the time the children are born’Tue Oct 18 2022 - 05:00
Thinking of renovating or extending your home? Here’s your to-do listSociety of Chartered Surveyors Ireland has published a practical checklist for homeowners about to embark on building worksTue Oct 11 2022 - 15:52
Could interest rate hikes cause a property price crash in Ireland?While Irish lenders have been slow to follow the ECB’s lead on hiking rates, common sense would suggest it is only a matter of time until they doWed Oct 05 2022 - 05:45
Six ways younger people face an uncertain financial future Higher housing costs, a more expensive state pension and doubts over their ability to inheritTue Oct 04 2022 - 04:30
Middle-income earners, pensioners and families with young children are big winners in the budgetBudget 2023: Married couples with one earner will soon be able to pay the lower rate of tax on earnings of up to €49,000Tue Sept 27 2022 - 18:58
Thinking of buying a new home? First, get yourself mortgage-readyBefore looking at showhouses, you need to know how much you can borrow and if you qualify for Government assistanceWed Sept 21 2022 - 05:00
Budget 2023: What are Irish households looking for?Rising cost of living means many are unlikely to be better off after budget measures kick in this timeTue Sept 20 2022 - 05:00
What happens if I can’t pay my energy bills this winter?Consumers face rapidly rising bills but there are payment options and reassurance on the threat disconnectionTue Sept 13 2022 - 05:00
Would you like to see your home renovation in The Irish Times?Are you a homeowner, architect, builder or designer who has recently completed a home project?Thu Sept 08 2022 - 20:27
Numbers availing of mortgage-to-rent scheme remain low. What is going on?Scheme allows homeowners with unsustainable arrears to hand over home and rent it long term with option to buy it backTue Sept 06 2022 - 05:40
Less is more: How to buy your own ‘tiny home’ from €29,000Clare-based Common Knowledge aims to help people learn the skills needed to build an affordable, sustainable and happy homeSat Sept 03 2022 - 05:00
European property still offers ‘fantastic value’. Here is how to find itIf you’re thinking of a permanent move abroad, a new programme might be for youFri Sept 02 2022 - 08:04
Budget 2023: What you can expect — from housing to taxesWith inflation continuing to run riot, it’s important to note the ‘real’ impact of any changesTue Aug 30 2022 - 05:30
It’s definitely time to have a look at how much health insurance is costing youOlder consumers especially are likely to be on outdated and expensive plans for which cheaper alternatives are generally availableTue Aug 23 2022 - 05:30
Things to do in Dublin when you’re retired: luxury living late in life Upmarket rental schemes for retirees are coming to leafy suburbs of the capitalSun Aug 14 2022 - 06:00
Will new rules help or hinder renters?Lengthy tenancies should be good for tenants but there may be unexpected consequencesSat Jul 30 2022 - 06:00
Six reasons to think twice about the new scheme for first-time homebuyersNew shared equity scheme aims to bridge affordability gap but it could drive prices higherTue Jul 26 2022 - 05:45
Is it time for annuities to make a come-back?Annuity rates are improving which means you get more money in retirement but whether it is the right option depends on your circumstancesTue Jul 19 2022 - 05:45
How to start building a nest egg for your childrenSaving little and often from an early age gives you time to deal with life’s little hiccupsTue Jul 05 2022 - 05:30
Homeware giant Wayfair comes to IrelandIrish shoppers will be able to access more than 1 million home goods onlineSat Jul 02 2022 - 06:00
Interest rates and your money: the good, the bad and the wait and seeBorrowers can expect immediate increases unless they are on fixed rates but savers may have to wait for a benefitTue Jun 28 2022 - 05:00
Ireland’s most expensive postcode to buy a property — and the cheapestAverage prices in Dublin 4 are now close to €1m, but in Roscommon prices are in low six figuresSat Jun 25 2022 - 06:00
Seven options to ease the tax burden chasing smaller landlords out of the market Exodus of small-time landlords risks escalating housing crisis. Here is what the State can doTue Jun 21 2022 - 05:45
Are modular homes about to have a moment?Upcoming project to house Ukrainian refugees could be the first of many in IrelandSat Jun 18 2022 - 06:00
‘Rip off Ireland’ and the minimum wageRate is second highest in the European UnionTue Jun 14 2022 - 05:30
