Plain-English writing on pensions, mortgages, protection and financial planning in Ireland, from the planners at Eolas Money.https://eolasmoney.ie/en-IEhttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2027-what-does-it-mean-for-your-financial-plan/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2027-what-does-it-mean-for-your-financial-plan/Budget 2027 has introduced several changes that will affect household finances, your future investment decisions, retirement planning, and the way familiesWed, 07 Oct 2026 09:56:09 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-money-shortlisted-county-tipperary-chamber-business-awards-2026/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-money-shortlisted-county-tipperary-chamber-business-awards-2026/We're finalists for Best Small Employer and Training & Development at this year's County Tipperary Chamber Business Awards.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:30:38 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/10-things-our-clients-have-never-said/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/10-things-our-clients-have-never-said/When it comes to your financial future, leaving things to chance is rarely the best strategy.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:41:45 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/selling-your-business-starts-long-before-you-find-a-buyer/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/selling-your-business-starts-long-before-you-find-a-buyer/For many entrepreneurs, the sale of your business is the most significant financial transaction of your lifetime. After years of building a successfulTue, 21 Jul 2026 09:14:28 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/prsa-vs-master-trust-key-differences-for-company-directors/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/prsa-vs-master-trust-key-differences-for-company-directors/For business owners and company directors, the choice between a PRSA and a company pension (typically a Master Trust) is no longer straightforward. Since theThu, 28 May 2026 14:20:34 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/co-habiting-couples-the-hidden-financial-risks/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/co-habiting-couples-the-hidden-financial-risks/There’s no doubt the traditional Irish family has evolved. More couples today are choosing to build lives together-buying homes, raising children, and sharingFri, 08 May 2026 12:51:04 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/protection-claims-2025-proof-that-protection-against-the-what-ifs-of-life-works-when-needed/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/protection-claims-2025-proof-that-protection-against-the-what-ifs-of-life-works-when-needed/Life can be unpredictable, which is why planning ahead really matters and that why at Eolas Money, we help families make sure they’re covered if theTue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:57 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/understanding-your-redundancy-entitlements/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/understanding-your-redundancy-entitlements/The prospect of redundancy presents both challenges and opportunities, which will vary for each individual and household. Your specific redundancyMon, 30 Mar 2026 12:35:42 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/invest-early-stress-less-a-long-term-strategy-for-university-expenses/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/invest-early-stress-less-a-long-term-strategy-for-university-expenses/Planning for significant future costs-such as your children’s university education-is one of the most important financial steps a family can take. EducationTue, 17 Feb 2026 15:48:31 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/setting-achievable-goals-for-2026-and-beyond/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/setting-achievable-goals-for-2026-and-beyond/A new year is a fresh opportunity to pause, reflect, and imagine what you truly want your financial life to look like. Whether you’re dreaming big or focusingThu, 15 Jan 2026 15:46:54 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/avoiding-overspending-in-the-lead-up-to-christmas/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/avoiding-overspending-in-the-lead-up-to-christmas/The festive season is a time for joy, family, and celebration, but it can also be a time when spending spirals out of control. With rising costs and endlessWed, 26 Nov 2025 22:00:41 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/auto-enrolment-what-employers-need-to-know/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/auto-enrolment-what-employers-need-to-know/From January 2026, Ireland will introduce a State-run auto-enrolment pension system called My Future Fund, designed to ensure up to 800,000 employees withoutTue, 04 Nov 2025 14:16:35 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-importance-of-income-protection-for-financial-security/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-importance-of-income-protection-for-financial-security/In today’s uncertain economic environment, financial security is a priority for individuals and families alike. While many people focus on building savings,Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:18:58 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/back-to-school-financial-tips-for-parents/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/back-to-school-financial-tips-for-parents/As summer winds down, the back-to-school season brings with it excitement, and expenses. Between uniforms, schoolbooks, lunches, and extracurricularTue, 26 Aug 2025 15:01:50 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/secure-your-future-with-pension-planning-in-ireland/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/secure-your-future-with-pension-planning-in-ireland/Secure your future with expert pension planning in Ireland. Get tailored retirement strategies to protect your income and enjoy financial peace of mind.Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:57:27 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/how-to-save-for-college-expenses-in-ireland/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/how-to-save-for-college-expenses-in-ireland/Get expert advice on saving for college in Ireland. Find out how to plan ahead and manage education costs with confidence and ease.Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:43:22 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/is-inflation-eating-your-cash-the-hidden-risk-for-irish-savers/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/is-inflation-eating-your-cash-the-hidden-risk-for-irish-savers/When people think about financial risk, they often picture stock market crashes or economic downturns. But there’s a quieter, more persistent threat thatMon, 21 Jul 2025 10:32:20 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/7-compelling-reasons-to-work-with-an-independent-financial-advisor/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/7-compelling-reasons-to-work-with-an-independent-financial-advisor/Discover 7 reasons to choose an independent financial advisor - get personalized advice, unbiased guidance & smart strategies for your financial goals.Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:27:55 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/our-advisory-team-is-expanding/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/our-advisory-team-is-expanding/We are thrilled to announce that our team at Eolas Money is expanding and we are excited to welcome Aislinn White to our advisory team.Tue, 20 May 2025 07:35:23 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/reubens-hunt-for-a-home/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/reubens-hunt-for-a-home/Fri, 16 May 2025 07:51:44 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/trumps-tariff-turmoil/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/trumps-tariff-turmoil/After much flipflopping around tariff policies in Q1, President Trump announced far-reaching import taxes on “Liberation Day”. They were higher than even theTue, 29 Apr 2025 10:20:05 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2025-briefing/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2025-briefing/Minister for Finance Jack Chambers and Minister for Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe announced the details of Budget 2025 this week with a raft of measuresFri, 04 Oct 2024 11:02:45 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/pocket-money-starting-your-kids-off-on-the-right-foot/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/pocket-money-starting-your-kids-off-on-the-right-foot/Recently, no doubt prompted by the school summer holidays, we have received a lot of queries from clients looking for advice on how to introduce some versionWed, 24 Jul 2024 15:48:40 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/our-june-2024-newsletter/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/our-june-2024-newsletter/Click HERE to read our June 2024 client newsletterThu, 27 Jun 2024 14:21:16 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/purchasing-investment-property-through-your-pension/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/purchasing-investment-property-through-your-pension/Self-administered pensions allow pension investors to purchase properties via their pensions. Properties held fall under the categories of residential,Thu, 09 May 2024 11:11:08 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/employers-be-prepared-for-pension-auto-enrolment/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/employers-be-prepared-for-pension-auto-enrolment/BUSINESS OWNERS: Would you like to know more about the proposed auto enrolment scheme and how this may impact your business and employees?Register via theFri, 19 Apr 2024 14:51:56 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/employers-be-prepared-as-pension-auto-enrolment-is-coming/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/employers-be-prepared-as-pension-auto-enrolment-is-coming/At the National Pensions Summit last February, Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys outlined the planned introduction of pension auto enrolmentThu, 04 Apr 2024 10:18:09 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-interest-tax-credit/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-interest-tax-credit/Finance Bill 2023 introduced a temporary one-year Mortgage Interest Tax Credit to help those who experienced huge increases in their mortgage interest billsWed, 28 Feb 2024 14:41:37 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/changes-to-the-state-pension/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/changes-to-the-state-pension/For some the State Pension, of approximately €14,500 per annum will be an important source of income in retirement. However, significant changes in when theTue, 27 Feb 2024 08:34:06 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2024-summary/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2024-summary/Find attached our Budget 2024 Summary highlighting some of the relevant announcements made on 10th October.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:10 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/understanding-recent-changes-to-prsas-significant-benefits-for-business-owners-as-we-approach-company-year-ends/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/understanding-recent-changes-to-prsas-significant-benefits-for-business-owners-as-we-approach-company-year-ends/With effect from 1st January 2023, significant changes have taken place in the realm of pension planning and specifically with Personal Retirement SavingsMon, 25 Sep 2023 08:17:59 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/we-are-hiring/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/we-are-hiring/We are recruiting an apprentice to join our team in 2023 and to commence The Insurance Institute of Ireland (III) Apprenticeship Programme. If you would likeTue, 20 Jun 2023 10:22:29 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/business-owners-make-sure-your-business-protects-you-your-family-itself/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/business-owners-make-sure-your-business-protects-you-your-family-itself/Most businesses will prioritize its insurance policies as an important step to protect the business against potential financial risks and liabilities.Thu, 11 May 2023 09:07:12 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/your-goals-dreams-aspirations-why-use-cashflow-modelling/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/your-goals-dreams-aspirations-why-use-cashflow-modelling/When providing financial planning support to our clients, we do so to help create a sense of financial wellbeing which we describe as being able to:Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:02:20 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/succession-planning-for-business-owners/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/succession-planning-for-business-owners/It is inevitable but at a certain time in a business’s lifecycle and as people approach a certain age, the business and the business owners must begin to planWed, 08 Mar 2023 16:41:12 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/taxing-of-lump-sum-termination-payments/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/taxing-of-lump-sum-termination-payments/With recent news of redundancies in tech sector, below is an overview of the tax treatment applying to lump sum payments received on cessation of employmentFri, 20 Jan 2023 14:58:31 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/retirement-funding-update-2023/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/retirement-funding-update-2023/Finance Act 2022 was passed on 15 December 2022 and the new BIK free employer PRSA contributions are now in force since 1 January 2023. A Brief Summary of theMon, 16 Jan 2023 10:21:01 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/overpay-your-mortgage-or-invest-is-there-a-simple-yes-or-no-answer-which-is-better/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/overpay-your-mortgage-or-invest-is-there-a-simple-yes-or-no-answer-which-is-better/As everybody knows at this stage, interest rates on mortgages have shot up recently, especially for those previously fortunate enough to be on Tracker rates.Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:46:43 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/welcome-to-the-team-emma/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/welcome-to-the-team-emma/We were delighted to recently welcome Emma Costello to the team at Eolas Money. Emma joins the team to support our client administration functions and we knowTue, 04 Oct 2022 14:16:58 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2023/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/budget-2023/Yesterday, Paschal Donohoe TD (Minister for Finance) and Michael McGrath TD (Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform) delivered the Budget 2023 and we haveWed, 28 Sep 2022 14:39:44 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/income-protection-a-vital-living-benefit/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/income-protection-a-vital-living-benefit/Any type of illness or injury which prevents you from working is covered.Thu, 19 May 2022 15:38:40 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/why-your-spending-plan-matters/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/why-your-spending-plan-matters/Brendan providing a brief description of how to properly use the Eolas Money Spending Plan which can be downloaded by clicking the following:Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:40:16 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/iorps-ii/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/iorps-ii/An update for our SME clients and for those with responsibility for running your company’s pension scheme about the introduction of new EU legislation - IORPSWed, 19 Jan 2022 15:21:13 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/christmas-2021/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/christmas-2021/As the festive season is now upon us once again, we would like to wish all our members, clients and your families a very Merry Christmas and a HappyTue, 21 Dec 2021 17:13:59 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-eolas-money-spending-plan/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-eolas-money-spending-plan/Financial Planning is about aligning your finances to your objectives. To do that properly, your starting point is to understand the way you spend money atTue, 21 Dec 2021 15:57:21 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/local-property-tax-2022-what-you-need-to-do/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/local-property-tax-2022-what-you-need-to-do/Hi Everyone, a short video from Jim discussing the Local Property Tax and what you need to do for the period 2022 - 2025. If you have any questions, contactThu, 21 Oct 2021 13:42:38 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-value-of-financial-advice/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/the-value-of-financial-advice/In May 2021, Brokers Ireland commissioned iReach to conduct consumer research in relation to the value of financial advice. The research was nationallyThu, 15 Jul 2021 13:05:30 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-money-providing-greater-engagement-options-for-members-of-company-pension-schemes/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-money-providing-greater-engagement-options-for-members-of-company-pension-schemes/Research has shown that members achieve greater success and retirement fund outcomes when regular engagement is undertaken between the member and theirTue, 15 Jun 2021 10:50:13 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/protecting-your-most-valuable-financial-asset-your-income/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/protecting-your-most-valuable-financial-asset-your-income/Did you know...Just over 1 in 10 people have some form of income protection! If we were unable to work due to illness or disability, we wouldn't rely on theMon, 24 May 2021 11:56:57 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-engage-app/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/eolas-engage-app/Over the coming weeks, Eolas Money are delighted to be rolling out our new Eolas Engage App to members of company pension schemes that we are advisors to.Fri, 21 May 2021 11:21:47 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-is-lifetime-cashflow-modelling-and-how-can-eolas-money-help-you/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-is-lifetime-cashflow-modelling-and-how-can-eolas-money-help-you/Cashflow modelling is a vital part of the financial planning process completed with the aim of achieving financial goals, such as repaying your mortgage,Fri, 14 May 2021 12:31:29 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/financial-planning-for-business-owners/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/financial-planning-for-business-owners/At Eolas Money, we want to help business owners make the correct financial planning decisions for themselves, their families & their businesses, now andWed, 10 Mar 2021 11:11:17 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/2020s-smoking-quitters-could-be-in-line-for-big-savings-in-2021/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/2020s-smoking-quitters-could-be-in-line-for-big-savings-in-2021/January is a time when many smokers make it their New Year’s resolution to give up smoking once and for all. After the expense of Christmas, it may come asFri, 12 Feb 2021 10:28:13 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/connecting-employees-their-pensions/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/connecting-employees-their-pensions/Eolas Money are delighted to provide our SME clients with a digitalised pension platform allowing their employees access to real time information on theirThu, 28 Jan 2021 15:34:03 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/state-pension-age-stays-at-age-66/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/state-pension-age-stays-at-age-66/As had already been announced by Government, legislation was passed to keep the State Pension age at 66. There is now no provisions in legislation to triggerTue, 26 Jan 2021 10:18:51 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/planning-for-your-childrens-future/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/planning-for-your-childrens-future/Most parents dream of giving their children the best possible education and future. Whether this dream includes university, college or a technical school, oneFri, 20 Nov 2020 14:14:08 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/retirement-planning-for-company-owners-directors/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/retirement-planning-for-company-owners-directors/It’s coming towards the end of the calendar year and for lots of businesses, the end of their financial year also. If you are a company owner or director, youFri, 30 Oct 2020 11:42:45 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/aviva-paid-out-more-than-e100m-in-death-benefit-claims/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/aviva-paid-out-more-than-e100m-in-death-benefit-claims/Yesterday's Irish Independent had some 2019 life assurance claim stats from insurer Aviva confirming again that the leading causes of claims continues to beMon, 07 Sep 2020 14:50:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/be-will-wise/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/be-will-wise/6 out of every 10 adults in Ireland have no will according a recent survey by Coyne Research. This is despite the fact that three quarters of those surveyedFri, 31 Jul 2020 16:36:49 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/age-to-qualify-for-the-state-contributory-pension-could-rise-to-69/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/age-to-qualify-for-the-state-contributory-pension-could-rise-to-69/An article in today's Independent.ie stating that the "Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has suggested the age to qualify for the State contributory pension couldWed, 15 Jul 2020 17:01:46 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/local-property-tax-annual-debit-payment-for-2020/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/local-property-tax-annual-debit-payment-for-2020/Just a reminder for those of you who pay your Local Property Tax (LPT) by way of Annual Debit.Wed, 08 Jul 2020 17:13:31 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-size-is-your-pension-pot/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-size-is-your-pension-pot/Some scary statistics from Irish Life in this recent article! The average pension fund size at retirement for their pensioners is just €58,000. The pensionsTue, 07 Jul 2020 14:53:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-protection-and-inheritance-tax-for-cohabiting-couples/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-protection-and-inheritance-tax-for-cohabiting-couples/According to the 2016 census, there are over 152,000 cohabiting couples living in Ireland¹. As you know, even though a cohabiting couple live together, mayMon, 06 Jul 2020 14:54:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/contactless-payments-on-the-rise/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/contactless-payments-on-the-rise/A recent article in the Irish Independent highlighted that with the rate of contactless payments soaring to nearly €20m per day, it it important to rememberMon, 29 Jun 2020 14:59:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/fall-in-mortgage-approvals/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/fall-in-mortgage-approvals/The Irish Independent is reporting a large drop in mortgage approvals. "Our strong message to would-be borrowers, whose income and employment circumstancesFri, 26 Jun 2020 15:10:42 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/workers-may-face-big-tax-bill/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/workers-may-face-big-tax-bill/It has been well flagged that government reliefs are taxable benefits and that the tax would be collected at a later date. While it has taken some time forFri, 26 Jun 2020 15:04:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/irish-life-claims/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/irish-life-claims/Irish Life recently released their protection review for 2019 which confirmed that over €6 million (150 claims) was paid out EVERY WEEK in claim payments toMon, 22 Jun 2020 15:13:26 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/brendan-on-newstalk/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/brendan-on-newstalk/Thank you to Sinead Ryan and Newstalk for inviting our very own Brendan to speak about the NHSS (Fair Deal Scheme) on the Home Show this morning.Sat, 13 Jun 2020 15:16:34 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/inheritance-tax/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/inheritance-tax/€466 Million of Inheritance tax was paid to the Revenue Commissioners in 2019 by just over 15,000 people with the average payment amounting to €31,000!Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:19:35 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/tax-and-the-pandemic-unemployment-payment/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/tax-and-the-pandemic-unemployment-payment/While recipients receive this payment gross (without the deduction of income tax), this is a taxable payment.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 15:23:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/aons-employee-mindset-study/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/aons-employee-mindset-study/In AON's recent Employee Mindset Study 2020, research found "that 80% of employees experiencing financial difficulty state that it impacts negatively on theirWed, 27 May 2020 15:28:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/catching-up-with-clients/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/catching-up-with-clients/We have enjoyed a busy few days catching up with our clients online. While our phones are charged and turned on, these online meetings provide great clientThu, 14 May 2020 15:36:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-if-i-get-a-serious-illness/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-if-i-get-a-serious-illness/We were asked the following question recently by a client in his mid 40's - "what are the chances of me getting a serious illness versus dieing". Well theThu, 14 May 2020 15:31:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-payment-break/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/mortgage-payment-break/For anyone who may have applied to your mortgage provider for a mortgage payment break, it appears that most banks are not planning to extend the moratoriumMon, 11 May 2020 15:38:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/moving-webinars-online/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/moving-webinars-online/Jim was working from home today and had the pleasure of his little man Paddy joining him for two webinars (well for bits anyway).. Well done to both theThu, 30 Apr 2020 15:41:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-is-financial-wellbeing/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-is-financial-wellbeing/In all our financial wellbeing seminars and in the work we undertake for our clients, we discuss the importance of achieving a sense of financial wellbeing.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:43:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/investing-stock-market-volatility/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/investing-stock-market-volatility/In Light of the recent Stock market Volatility caused by the Coronavirus, we thought it might be a timely opportunity to look at the issue of Volatility andThu, 23 Apr 2020 15:47:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/arf-v-annuity/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/arf-v-annuity/The ARF v Annuity discussion is one we have many times with clients and impending retirees. Firstly, it is important for you to understand the merits &Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:51:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/moving-online/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/moving-online/We have been busy chatting with clients with the use of technology, screen sharing and the phone.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:53:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/a-little-tip/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/a-little-tip/A little money saving tip given to us by some clients:Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:59:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-are-the-consequences-if-you-miss-a-premium-for-your-protection-policy/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-are-the-consequences-if-you-miss-a-premium-for-your-protection-policy/In these unprecedented times we are all being advised to ‘manage our cashflow’ and cut back on unnecessary expenditure in order to get through this crisis.Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:55:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/covid-and-mortgages/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/covid-and-mortgages/It really is an unknown at the moment as to how the banks will deal with mortgage applicants impacted by the effects of the Corona virus. However, some goodTue, 14 Apr 2020 16:01:44 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/working-from-home-tax-relief/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/working-from-home-tax-relief/More than 100,000 people already worked from home before the Covid-19 outbreak and Revenue made provisions for these people to be reimbursed up to €3.20 perMon, 06 Apr 2020 16:05:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/we-are-still-working-for-you/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/we-are-still-working-for-you/Your financial wellbeing is now more important than ever as the effects of this global pandemic sink in.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 16:08:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/pandemic-unemployment-payment/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/pandemic-unemployment-payment/For those impacted by Covid-19, the attached is a link to the Department of Employment Affairs & Social Protection in order to register for COVID-19Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:16:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/keep-calm-call-eolas-money/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/keep-calm-call-eolas-money/Call Eolas Money before you do anything rash financially!Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:12:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/revenue-commissioners-to-defer-collection-of-lpt/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/revenue-commissioners-to-defer-collection-of-lpt/Another good measure announced by the Revenue Commissioners to defer collection of LPT due to be paid by single debit next week. Revenue are recognising theMon, 16 Mar 2020 17:10:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/an-update-from-eolas-money/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/an-update-from-eolas-money/We have included an image of world stock market performance since 1994 - 2017 showing various world events, their impact on the markets and theFri, 13 Mar 2020 17:17:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-does-the-market-slump-mean-for-my-pension/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-does-the-market-slump-mean-for-my-pension/There has been losses on global stock markets over the last few weeks predominately relating to the Covid-19 outbreak. With the amount wiped off global sharesTue, 10 Mar 2020 17:19:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-to-do-with-your-mortgage/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/what-to-do-with-your-mortgage/3 topics covered in the personal finance section of the Irish Independent today.Mon, 09 Mar 2020 17:26:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/goal-based-financial-planning/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/goal-based-financial-planning/Goal based financial planning provides our clients with a greater sense of financial clarity, peace of mind and control over their financial futures.Mon, 09 Mar 2020 17:23:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/life-assurance-companies-publish-their-claim-statistics/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/life-assurance-companies-publish-their-claim-statistics/Its that time of year when life assurance companies publish their claim statistics and here are some interesting details from Zurich Life's 2019 death &Thu, 05 Mar 2020 17:29:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/financial-wellbeing-service-in-esb/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/financial-wellbeing-service-in-esb/It was a pleasure to meet with Cork & Kerry staff of ESB Networks over 2 days and deliver Financial Wellbeing initiatives as part of their in serviceWed, 26 Feb 2020 17:37:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/are-you-doing-enough-to-support-your-employees-in-their-future-financial-wellness/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/are-you-doing-enough-to-support-your-employees-in-their-future-financial-wellness/"To retire with a private pension of €19,500 a year – which is half the average industrial wage – at at age 68, you need to save a fund of €463,900.Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:40:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/thank-you-to-all-the-staff-from-the-health-products-regulatory-authority/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/thank-you-to-all-the-staff-from-the-health-products-regulatory-authority/Thank you to all the staff from the Health Products Regulatory Authority & other employers who attended our various Financial Wellbeing seminars thisThu, 23 Jan 2020 17:43:48 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/improving-personal-wellbeing-conference/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/improving-personal-wellbeing-conference/A big thank you to Dr. Niall Moyna, Carrie Budds and our own Jim Stapleton for their excellent presentations at our inaugural "Improving Personal WellbeingMon, 20 Jan 2020 17:45:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/free-personal-wellbeing-conference/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/free-personal-wellbeing-conference/A reminder of our FREE Personal Wellbeing conference next Thursday 16th Jan in the Clonmel Park HotelWed, 08 Jan 2020 17:47:00 GMThttps://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/paye-modernisation/https://eolasmoney.ie/knowledge/paye-modernisation/As a consequence of PAYE modernisation, employees and directors will no longer receive a P60 for 2019 and onwards. Instead an Employment Detail Summary isTue, 07 Jan 2020 17:49:00 GMT