The Central Bank of Ireland has announced a targeted update to its mortgage lending rules.
Central bank poised to ease lending for those looking to downsize.
The Help to Buy Scheme (HTB)
The Help to buy scheme, what is it, can I get it, how much is it. All your questions answered.
Government Examines Back-Garden Cabins and Modular Homes to Ease Housing Pressure
We analyse the viability of garden homes as a potential solution to the ongoing housing crisis in Ireland.
Understanding ESG ‘Green’ Investments
Understand how your investments impact on the environment, how to select more environmentally friendly investments and what to look out for.
US Opens Retirement Savings to Private Equity & Crypto – What It Could Mean for Irish Pensions
Donald Trump opens US retirement savings to crypto currency assets. We examine the pro’s and con’s.
Redundancy in Ireland: What You Need to Know (2025 Guide)
We do a deep dive on all things redundancy, from statutory redundancy, basic exemption, increased, SCSB and what to do next. The most comprehensive redundancy information available online.
Financial Strategies for Contractors: Protect Income, Reduce Tax & Build Wealth
We examine how to maximize your finances while contracting. How to protect yourself and your family
Retiring in Ireland: How to Take Your Pension Tax-Free & Choose an Income Option
Most attention is spent on growing your pension. We look at what happens next. Your lump sum and choice of an ARF or Annuity.
Lump-Sum vs. Cost Averaging: How to Invest a Windfall Wisely
We analyze the best approach when investing. Do I invest all in one go (lump sum), or do I spread it out over a period of time (cost averaging). We look at the statistics and some of the reasons we choose what we do.
Why Budgeting Matters (It’s Not About Restriction)
Budgeting is the foundation of financial planning, but the least glamorous. We explain some useful hints and tricks to start your budget and improve your financial position.
The Complete Guide to Investing: How to Grow Your Wealth with Confidence (including tax considerations)
If you’re starting investing or analyzing an existing portfolio, this article will explain how it works, what suits you to invest in and where.
The Ultimate Guide to Financial Insurance: What It Is, How It Works, and What You Need
Financial insurances protect us for the unexpected. Life insurance, income protection, critical illness all provide a financial safety net should we need it. We explain what they are, how much you might need and where to get them