18 Things TO DO when Starting a Business
Starting a new business is an exciting time but it can also be a very stressful one. You will make mistakes (you're not doing it right if...
The New ‘Earned Income Tax Credit’ for 2016 - what is it?
What is the New ‘Earned Income Tax Credit’? The ‘Earned Income Tax Credit’ was announced in Budget 2016 and applies for individuals...
The Key Highlights from Budget 2016 (Ireland)
Income Tax No changes to Income Tax Rates or Bands. The changes to the Universal Social Charge (USC) are as follows: The entry point to...
SURE Initiative - Starting a New Company? You Could Be Due a Tax Refund
In May 2015, the government announced the Start-Up Refunds for Entrepreneurs (SURE) initiative, a new scheme whereby if you start your...
The DIRT First Time Buyers Relief (Ireland) - A Brief Note
It was announced in Budget 2015 that First Time Buyers’ will be able to save for their first home and retain 100% of the interest that...
Your Business's Books and Records - how long do you have to retain?
How long do you have to keep the books and records for a financial year or for a particular project or transaction. Well in general, if...
Treatment of Money or Assets from Parents to Child - Recent Tax Changes
As you may have seen in the Sunday Times newspaper yesterday, there are changes in the Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) rules regarding the...
Vat Changes to the supply of TBE Services (On-line Goods & Services) from 1/1/2015
From the 1st January 2015, there will be changes in the VAT system for the supply of telecommunications, broadcasting and electronic...
Home based business or Home Office - what can you claim against business income (12/2014)
Some home expenses may be allowable for business. It can be confusing to work out what is allowable and it really all depends on your...
The Key Highlights from Budget 2015 (Ireland)
Income Tax - The top rate of income tax will be reduced from 41% to 40%. - The income tax standard rate band will be increased by €1,000...
