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Tax & Compliance

  • VAT, Pre-Trading Expenses & Loss Relief: The 3 Traps That can cost you!

    If you’re launching your business and you’re deep into Google searches trying to figure out VAT, expense claims and startup losses, you’re not alone. But there are a few traps that come up again and again. I’ve seen them across every sector, and they usually cost founders money they didn’t expect to lose. These are… Read more

  • Vinted Ireland: So, What’s That All About?

    If you live in Ireland, you’ve probably heard someone mention Vinted lately. It seems like everyone’s at it. Even my mother knows about it. In case you haven’t come across it yet, Vinted is an online marketplace where you can buy and sell secondhand clothes, shoes, accessories, and homewares. It’s very affordable, and things arrive… Read more

  • New VAT Rules Affecting Influencers in Ireland

    22 July 2025Revenue eBrief No. 140/25The VAT Treatment of Social Media Influencers Revenue has finally published official VAT guidance for social media influencers. This is a long awaited update that brings clarity to an industry that’s been growing fast and attracting increased tax scrutiny. Until now, Irish influencers were subject to the standard VAT rules… Read more

  • 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 you weigh it up. In Ireland, you only have to register for VAT if your turnover exceeds: When Revenue assesses whether… Read more