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For most people, having a family requires some financial adjustments to cover the costs of childcare, education, and essentials. Not to mention all the day-to-day expenses that crop up. However, one expense is for certain … from the time your child is born you know when they’ll start school, when they’ll go to secondary school […]
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To what degree do you expect the business to form part of your assets? How do you view your business in the context of your overall financial goals? You might find that relying on your business to fund your retirement restricts your options for the future… Building and maintaining a new business […]
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The basic goal of estate and gift tax planning is to ensure that as much of your assets and property, whether they are gifted during your lifetime or bequeathed in your Will, are transferred with as little taxation consequences as possible. With careful estate and tax planning, it is possible to minimize or even […]
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Do you live with your partner? Not planning to “tie the knot” any time soon? Have you thought about what might happen to your partner if anything happens to you ? Well listen up… unfortunately when it comes to estate planning for co-habiting couples you don’t have the same legal rights & protections of […]
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Personal Financial Planning is not always a priority for business owners, company directors and those in senior positions. Increasingly busy schedules and demanding responsibilities often mean retirement planning is put on the back burner. You’re losing out on significant tax relief on retirement savings and investment opportunities by not prioritising your retirement. Your pension should […]
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Anyone who owns property or other assets should make a Will. Having an up-to-date Will means your assets will be distributed according to your wishes. More importantly, your family is spared a complicated and drawn-out administration of your estate as set out by the Succession Act 1965. Dying intestate (without making a Will) means your personal […]
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When our parents started working it was normal to stay with the same company until you retired. Nowadays it is rare for someone to stay with the same employer for 20 or 30 years. Most of us will have 5 or 6 jobs before we retire, we may even change career 2 or 3 times […]
Read MoreWe thought you might like to know a bit more about our fearless leaders, so after much twisting of arms… we persuaded Mary and Cleona, to agree to be profiled for our blog. First in the hot seat is Mary Burke QFA RPA BA(Hons). Mary has over 20 years’ experience in financial services […]
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Everything is getting more and more expensive – food, energy, even second-hand cars… These elevated inflation rates are due to a culmination of factors including supply chain disruption and labour shortages due to Covid 19, the impact of the war in Ukraine, and increases in energy costs. Now, more than ever it’s important to […]
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When it comes to protecting yourself and your family the most important thing is to get the facts and take the mystery out of your financial protection once and for all. Most people are surprised at how financially exposed they are and the right life insurance policy at the right price can be critical at […]
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If you live in Ireland but have a British pension or investment now is a good time to review them and consider whether or not to transfer your UK pension to Ireland. As with everything there are pros and cons but the benefits will depend on the type of pension you have. Most of […]
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Starting a family is a wonderful and exciting chapter in anyone’s life. It also means adjusting to a whole new lifestyle, so a little planning can go a long way towards helping you remain in control of your money. The birth of your first child can put your financial plans awry if you don’t have […]
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By Cleona Kinahan M.Sc CFP® QFA FLIA No matter what type of savings or investment account you have your money in chances are you’ll be liable for some level of tax on any gains made on your investment – Dirt; Stamp Duty; Capital Gains Tax; Exit Tax. Tax treatments on investments should be one […]
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You can’t manage what you don’t measure. This statement is true for any aspect of your life, but none more appropriate than your finances. Talking about your finances can help people to make better informed financial decisions, feel less stressed, & more in control Do you need to start saving a little bit more? […]
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Read more about Financial Planning for Women through different stages of their life to find out how you can improve your money management & start your financial plan. Click on the headings below for more detail. We all need to keep sight of what’s important. The financial choices you make should be determined by […]
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The humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine is devastating and extremely distressing. The impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine has unnerved global markets. Investors worried about recent events and the movement of the markets should not be quick to react. They need to hold tight… now is not the time to get out. There […]
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Warren Buffet once said, ‘the stock market is designed to transfer money from the active to the patient’. This year, 2022, this advice will be extremely relevant! Covid 19 has had a severe impact on our economy over the past 2 years. 2021 was tough for many businesses not least hospitality. Many small businesses […]
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GET FINANCIALLY FIT for 2022!!! It’s time to improve your overall financial knowledge Get clear on your options. Taking the time to understand your current financial position will help you identify the challenges that you may face (both now and in the future). The sooner you identify these, the sooner you can remedy them […]
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Making a Will Taking the time to draw up a plan for your estate can prove to be one of the greatest legacies you will leave your loved ones. A plan clearly setting out what you’re wishes are and where your most important documents are kept can make it easier for your loved ones and […]
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Tax isn’t a very exciting topic for most people but it does become exciting when you consider how you might reduce your tax bill and put money back into your own pocket simply by making a few small adjustments. This year the income tax return deadline for 2020 is the 31st of October 2021. If […]
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When pursuing long-term financial goals such as saving for retirement or for your child’s education a regular savings plan can provide many potential benefits to investors. However, interest rates being what they are at the moment do not allow for much growth in your savings. So, how can you improve your investment opportunities long-term in […]
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Professionals are Failing to Protect their Biggest Asset; Themselves! With years of education behind them, and years of earning potential in front of them, professional individuals are a valuable commodity. But why are so few protecting themselves – financially? Many professionals are self-employed, adding another layer of financial responsibility to the equation. Despite their significant insurance […]
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Checklist of things to do when you near retirement It’s a good idea to start planning when you’re nearing retirement age. Here is a checklist of things to work on now before you retire: Find your paperwork. Old pensions from previous employers, life cover, current investments, pensions. Some people are very organised, they […]
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What do you need to know about starting a pension? People retiring today expect to be much more active than previous generations, so it’s important that you prepare for the life you want to live when you reach retirement age. You may not want to stop working at 66 but you should know what your […]
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Euro saved is a Euro earned! So the saying goes, but thanks to inflation the value of that Euro saved could be a lot less than when you earned it, over time. The obvious impact of inflation on your savings is that your purchasing power is eroding. This means that if you stash €100 under […]
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Passing on wealth can be a sensitive subject not only because of the financial complexities but also the family emotions and politics it might drag up. In 2020, Revenues net receipts from Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) were €505 million. €430 million of this was made up of Inheritance Tax and €71 million was made up […]
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Irish companies which are “close” companies are liable to pay a 20% surcharge each year on any investment income (or deposit income) which is not distributed. A “close” company is a business controlled by 5 or fewer participators – i.e. a person who has an interest in the income or capital of a company. Does […]
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By Cleona Kinahan M.Sc CFP® QFA FLIA “Schools teach you how to work for money, but don’t teach how to make it work for you.” — Robert Kiyosaki 1. Spend less than you earn This is a discipline. In order to achieve this goal, you have to know where your money is going each […]
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“You don’t marry someone you can live with… You marry someone you can’t live without” – unknown Ok so it’s not the most romantic reason for a proposal, but there are many financial and practical reasons to tie the knot. As well as the joy of sharing your life with the love of your […]
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By Cleona Kinahan M.Sc CFP® QFA FLIA Did the Property crash in 2009 affect you? Have you suffered CGT losses in the past that you have forgotten about? Have you ever crystalised a loss on bank shares? Or any shares for that matter? Offset your investment losses against current gains to reduce your tax liability. […]
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by Cleona Kinahan M.Sc CFP® QFA FLIA Many of us were brought up to believe Cash is King! that the best way to save money was in your deposit account. Some of you might even be old enough to remember the bank account book that was manually updated when you made a lodgement or […]
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“The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half & put it back in your pocket” – Not a bad mantra if you want to start saving, but what then? What are you saving for? Why are you saving? There’s no point in having money if you’re not going to spend […]
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By Cleona Kinahan M.Sc CFP® QFA FLIA What does the coronavirus mean for Investors? Stockmarkets across the world continue to tumble as governments struggle to contain the spread and impact of the coronavirus. This is having a significant impact on the value of investments & pensions if they are linked to these markets. So, […]
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The U.S. stock markets had the worst day of the year yesterday, Monday 5th August, reacting to news of escalating trade issues with China and fears of an economic slowdown. After the Dow closed down 767 points, investors were understandably nervous. However, this morning saw markets rebound as China took steps to ease the currency […]
Read MoreAll content provided in the above blog posts is intended for information purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. You should always obtain your own independent financial and legal advice based on your own particular circumstances, before entering any financial contract.