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  • RSA’s Driver Tester Reallocation: Impacts on Haulage

    RSA’s Driver Tester Reallocation: Impacts on Haulage

    The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) is warning that The RSA have reallocated driver testers from commercial vehicle licences to meet car test demand and this creates several challenges. The IRHA outlined these concerns…

  • Should You Pay Off Debt or Build a Rainy Day Fund First?

    One of the most common personal finance dilemmas is whether to pay down debt or save for a rainy day first. It’s a tricky question and most people probably think they should park saving…

  • VAT Registration: When to Register for Your Business

    VAT Registration: When to Register for Your Business

    “Should I register for VAT, even if I’m under the threshold?” This is another question I hear a lot. The answer, as always, depends on your business, but here’s a plain-English overview to help…

  • Relief for SMEs: Audit Rule Change Takes Effect

    After years of discussion and engagement across the business, legal, and regulatory communities, a long-anticipated change to Ireland’s audit exemption regime has finally come into effect. As of today, small and micro companies will…

  • Starting a Business? Don’t Rush to Incorporate

    I thought I’d start off with the question new business owners ask me all the time… “Should I incorporate or trade as a sole trader?” It depends. I’m sorry… it does. This is one…

  • Hello & welcome

    Why I Started This Blog (and Who It’s For) Hi, I’m Lisa Lokasto a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Advisor, and a Director at a large Irish accountancy & advisory practice.But this blog? It’s something…