Where’s the best place to invest a spare €100k? by Michael | 4th Nov 2014 | Investment Don’t leave your money sitting around Leaving a large wad of cash on deposit today is a complete no-no. Interest rates are dismal, almost half... read more
Mortgage lending at highest level since January 2011 by Michael | 6th Aug 2014 | Uncategorized IBF says average approval value was €179,012 in June, up by 5.5 per cent Mortgage lending is on the rise again, albeit off a low base, with home... read more
Pension data published by Irish Life is a wake-up call for workers by Michael | 2nd Jul 2014 | Pensions Golden years: many Irish employees still think of pensions as providing a set percentage of their salary in retirement – the classic two-thirds of... read more
How to get the greatest return on your savings by Michael | 11th Jun 2014 | Savings With interest rates so low it’s not the best time to be a saver but spreading your cash could optimise returns Fiona Reddan Tue, Jun 10, 2014, The... read more
‘Small differences’ can help you save up to €5,600 on life insurance by Michael | 28th Feb 2014 | Life Cover IF YOU’RE PAYING for life insurance, a few tweaks could help you save up to €5,600. That’s according to the National Consumer Agency Survey, which... read more
The great property dilemma: Is is cheaper to rent or buy? by Michael | 25th Feb 2014 | Uncategorized Buying a house may be akin in many ways to renting from the bank, but at the end of 30 years it’s yours You may have seen the ads from a certain... read more
Eight golden tips for long-term investors by Michael | 10th Feb 2014 | Investment />For a taxpayer, a long-term investment is a no-brainer. Photo: Getty Images. ANDREW MILLIGAN – 09 FEBRUARY 2014 I am often asked investment... read more
Got €100k to invest? Seek independent expert advice by Michael | 3rd Dec 2013 | Investment SAVERS are really getting it in the neck these days. The interest paid on savings is a fraction of what it was a few years ago – yet in a... read more
Transferring a Pension from the UK to Ireland by Michael | 6th Nov 2013 | Pensions If you’ve worked in the UK at some stage of your career you’ve possibly built up a fund in a UK pension. Now that you’re back... read more
Starting a Pension by Michael | 5th Nov 2013 | Pensions http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVBJeywk1gs&feature=youtu.be read more
The Importance and Benefits of Retirement Planning. by Michael | 11th Oct 2013 | Pensions The average life expectancy in Ireland is rising. People are living longer, healthier lives so it’s important to plan in advance for... read more