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Fair Deal and Tax: The Questions That Come too late
When families first face a Fair Deal application, the focus is usually on securing care not on the longer-term financial consequences. This article explains how Fair Deal interacts with property, rental income, transferred assets…
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The Most Dangerous Tax Deadline Misunderstanding
Many people assume the November ROS date is the tax deadline but under Irish tax law, 31 October is still the specified return date for self-assessment filings. This guide explains how the ROS Pay…
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Why Old Debt Restructuring still matters
As older land and development projects come back into play, historic debt restructurings and write-downs are becoming a key tax issue. This article looks at how legacy financing can restrict losses, timing matters, and…
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Finality Over Fairness? The Four-Year Rule in Irish Tax Practice
The four-year rule can prevent tax refunds in Ireland even where tax was overpaid and no claim could have been made earlier. This article explains how Revenue apply the rule, why appeals often fail,…
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Carer’s Allowance and Income Tax in Ireland (2026 Update)
Recent data sharing between Revenue and the DSP has brought renewed attention to the tax treatment of Carer’s Allowance and Carer’s Benefit. Although the tax position itself has not changed, understanding how entitlement, PAYE…
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Getting Your Money Back Under Control: Budgeting, Debt & a Better Financial Future
It’s the first week after Christmas and many people are already counting the days to month end. This timely post breaks down how to take control of your money in a realistic, sustainable way…
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Think You’ve contracted Subbies? Revenue May Disagree
Determining whether a worker is an employee or self‑employed is no longer a box‑ticking exercise – it’s a serious tax risk. The recent Karshan v Revenue decision has sharpened Revenue’s focus on employment status,…
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The Truth About Buying an EV Through Your Company
Company EVs are being sold as tax-saving no-brainers. But when you dig into VAT rules, BIK changes, limited capital allowances and uncertain resale values, the numbers tell a different story. Here’s what every Irish…
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Year-End Tax Tips every business should know (company edition)
Discover the tax reliefs and incentives many Irish business owners overlook — from pension funding and family employment to mileage claims, staff perks, and home office deductions. This guide highlights practical, compliant ways to…
Lisa Lokasto 