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  • Budget 2026: What Employers, Developers, and Families Need to Know

    Budget 2026 Ireland: analysis of tax changes, VAT cuts, wage increases and supports. What it means for employers, developers and families. Read more

  • New Tax Rules for Employee Meals in Ireland

    From October 2025, Revenue recognises two new situations where staff meals won’t trigger a taxable BIK. Learn the rules for meals onsite and working lunches Read more

  • Contractor or Employee? Revenue’s New disclosure opportunity Explained

    Revenue has published new guidance following the Supreme Court’s Karshan case on worker classification. Employers now face greater responsibility in deciding whether individuals are employees or contractors, with specific attention on locums. This blog explains the five-step test, Revenue’s disclosure opportunity for 2024–2025, and practical checklists to help employers stay compliant. Read more

  • Direct Debit Modernisation and Transition from Annual VAT to Bi-Monthly Returns

    Revenue is phasing out the Fixed Direct Debit (FDD) for VAT as part of its banking modernisation. This marks the end of annual VAT3 returns for affected taxpayers, who will now move back to the standard bi-monthly VAT3 cycle. The first cohort impacted are June FDD year-ends, with returns due 23 September 2025. Read more

  • Buying Pre-2024 N1 Conversions? What You need to know.

    Thinking of reclaiming VAT on a converted vehicle? The rules aren’t as simple as your logbook or motor tax disc suggests. While N1 vans and crew cabs often qualify for VAT recovery, Revenue takes a stricter view on certain conversions — especially pre-2024 SUV-to-van jobs. Learn how the VRT vs VAT mismatch works, what Revenue… Read more

  • Save Tax & Grow Your Pension, Make 2025 Contributions Count for 2024

    With the 2024 income tax filing deadline approaching, now is the perfect time to consider an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) to your pension. By making a contribution in 2025, you can still reduce your 2024 tax bill meaning less tax paid, a potential refund from Revenue, and more money working for your future. Read more

  • Farming Careers After the Leaving Cert

    Leaving Cert results are out & now it’s decision time. For future farmers, the right CAO course isn’t just about education, it’s the key to the Green Cert and vital tax reliefs like Stamp Duty exemption, Stock Relief, and Agricultural Relief. Choose wisely today to secure smoother, cost-effective farm transfers and a stronger farming future. Read more

  • Advance Payments: The Hidden VAT Trap for Businesses

    Taking deposits or payments on account? Remember not all that money is yours. VAT becomes due the moment it hits your bank. With Revenue’s updated guidance, Irish businesses must sharpen up on invoicing rules, deadlines, and cash flow planning. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and protect your working capital. Read more

  • High Tax, Capped Rents: Why Landlords Need Advice Ahead of 2026

    Irish landlords face the biggest rental shake-up in a generation. From March 2026, rent caps, six-year rolling tenancies and stricter eviction rules will apply nationwide. Add in high taxes and limited reliefs, and the numbers may not stack up. Here’s what landlords need to know and how to prepare. Read more

  • Caught in the Storm: Hospitality’s Struggle Ahead of Budget 2026

    With Budget 2026 set to be announced on 7 October 2025, the hospitality industry is holding its breath… The Reality Facing Irish Hospitality The Irish hospitality sector is facing financial stressors from all sides that are increasingly threatening the sustainability of businesses. Between persistently low profit margins, spiralling operational costs, staffing shortages, VAT rate uncertainty… Read more

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