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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“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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GET FINANCIALLY FIT for 2024!!! 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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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
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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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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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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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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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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