Feb
21
Feb
19
So what will auto-enrolment in Ireland entail? It basically means that all eligible employees will be automatically enrolled in an approved pension scheme with their employers. Contributions will come from the employee, employer and the state likely via a credit-based system. It has been suggested that the rates they want... read more →
Aug
02
If you are leaving employment and were a member of an occupational pension scheme, you may have a number of decisions to make regarding your pension benefits. On leaving service you are entitled to a statement of options regarding what you can and cannot do with your accumulated pension. You... read more →
Jul
15
Think about your salary. Think of how much you could put away if you were really focused on saving as much as you could. And imagine putting that amount away for five years. There are lots you could do with that money. But what would you do with more? Most... read more →
May
16
Mortgage Tips for Contractors As a Contract employee are you worried about how to get a mortgage? With some forward planning and good advice, we can make your mortgage journey a much more pleasant experience and hopefully a greater chance of a positive outcome. By giving yourself a very valuable... read more →
Oct
17
There are lots of factors to consider before you start planning your retirement. It's an important decision and can make all the difference to your lifestyle in retirement. With the right information, you should be in full control of when and how you take your money. Because there are... read more →
Sep
24
Imputed distributions Where a client has funds in an ARF and/or vested PRSA, an imputed distribution applies for income tax purposes in any year in which the client is aged 61 or over. The current imputed distribution rate is: 4% for those under age 71 at any time... read more →
Aug
16
AVCs can only be paid while a client is an employee and member of their employer’s occupational pension scheme. AVCs cannot be paid in respect of that employment once the client has retired or has left service. Therefore, where a client is about to leave service or... read more →
May
25
Why should I plan for my retirement? When you retire, you’ll expect to maintain the same standard of living, yet have more time to spend with your family, pursue leisure activities and so... read more →
Apr
18
By: Mary Phelan QFA, 18th April 2018 Following on for a recent chat with some girlfriends I realised that so many professional and well-educated women in their 40’s have no idea what their pension provision is going to be when they retire. Let’s face it, women carry the vast... read more →
