A beneficiary in my cousin’s will doesn’t exist; who gets their share?
Executor needs to be very sure this person does not exist and then the precise wording of the will is crucial
Money Matters
Read more from the Money Matters series about personal finance and how to manage your money
Stock markets have been on a roll. Is it time to hedge your bets?
Best days for returns from stocks are often clustered near the worst ones; you can’t skip the nightmares without passing up some landmark returns
Is my daughter stuck with the old €335,000 tax-free gift limit?
Can we give our daughter more tax-free now, or is she stuck at the old limit?
Buying your first house in Ireland, 2026 vs 2006: ‘I borrowed seven times my income’
House prices weren’t cheap back in those Celtic Tiger days, but lending rules and housing supply were very different
Can I write my will in such a way to delay any tax bill until after my house sells?
Precisely when tax is due is determined by timing of its valuation but generally it is when probate is granted
Retirement reality check: Is €300 a week enough to live on? Will you even get that much?
When people talk about the State pension, they cite the maximum weekly rate, but you might not qualify for that
Inside the Criminal Assets Bureau auctions where savvy buyers are snapping up seized assets
Would you buy an asset with a criminal past?
We are ‘critical skills’ immigrants to Ireland. Can our adult son move here too?
There are barriers to adult children moving to Ireland
My late mother’s house deeds are missing – can I get another copy?
About 90 per cent of the legal titles in Ireland are now registered in the Land Registry
Inheritance tax in Ireland: ‘The rules are absolutely skewed against the childless’
If you don’t have children and want to leave your estate to other people it can be a minefield
How can I make sure my beneficiaries don’t wait years for their inheritance?
A reader looks to avoid issues that have held up the disbursal of a relative’s estate for more than four years
Are you a fool to pay full price? From paint to phones, buying second-hand can slash your costs
As household budgets remain under pressure, buying refurbished or recycled products also helps the environment
I inherited my mother’s house. Do I need a solicitor to transfer ownership?
There are two systems for recording property transactions in Ireland, which can lead to complications
Here’s what a 1990s summer can teach us about saving money
Never mind nostalgia: here’s what a retro summer can teach us about saving money
Neighbours’ garden waste is blocking the path outside my home – could I be sued?
Let your local authority know, in writing, that these bags are there and are not being collected
Married and saving for retirement? Here’s how to get more from your pensions
How can my spouse and I ‘game plan’ our finances to retire comfortably?
We are moving home from America. Could a long house-hunting trip make us tax residents?
Duration of stay in Ireland just one of many deciding factors
Facing redundancy? Here are the smart money moves to make before you leave
Getting your finances in order is vital if you are looking at time unemployed
‘I am witness to a will and worried something could spark dispute. Do I get involved?’
Any confusion in how a will is drafted is not a concern for a witness; they are simply witnessing the testator’s signature
‘I got a €10,000 bonus. What’s the smartest thing to do with it?’
A lump sum bonus can allow you pay down debt, including a mortgage, but that’s not necessarily the wisest course
What tax are we liable for on home we inherited where our mother had ‘right of residence’?
Both those who inherit and the person enjoying the right of residence can find themselves with liabilities, depending on their status
What are the best mortgage options in Ireland right now?
People coming off a fixed rate need to consider their options carefully as interest rates are expected to rise from next week
Why does the bank treat me with suspicion when I am trying to help my mum?
Bad training, poor communication skills and the shadow of elder abuse can mean the best of intentions are misunderstood
‘My husband has died and our home is in both our names. Do I have to notify the Land Registry?’
Changing names on your legal property folio is not compulsory but it does make a lot of sense for you and your family
The ‘two good salaries but still broke’ problem: What’s behind it and what can you do?
Tax, children, new mortgage, lifestyle creep or bad planning: the many reasons you can feel the pinch
‘If you batch cook, he will batch-eat the whole lot in one sitting’: The real cost of raising teenagers
School bills, sports and the subsequent medical costs, food and pocket money all mount up to put pressure on household finances
Is the new guy earning more than you? New pay rules will reveal the truth
Job ads will now have to provide salary details in move that is especially expected to benefit women workers under EU directive
Financial literacy: how do you score?
As the Government launches a five-year National Financial Literacy strategy, more than four in 10 of us struggle with managing money day to day
Could a bridging loan take the pain out of buying your next home?
Bridging loans are back in the Irish market and can smooth the process of moving home but they come at a significant cost
How a cargo bike can save you a fortune in motoring costs
A cargo bike is cheaper to run than a car and can be faster on short trips to school and shops
How ‘post-luxury’ became the latest wealth fad
The days of conspicuous consumption appear to have passed for now
How to manage family finances after a separation
Transparency, planning and consideration are essential for parents who need to remember the focus must be on what works for the children
Don’t be an April Fool: the mortgage, savings and pension mistakes costing you thousands
Poor budget discipline, leaving savings to underperform and failing to secure best deals on mortgages and insurance will cost you
Sort your finances out over a few drinks with friends: The ‘admin party’ that saved €1,169
Better with Money with Aideen Finnegan
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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