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Give Every Euro a Purpose: Why Structuring Your Wealth Matters
Is Your Money Working Towards the Right Goals? When people think about building wealth, one question usually comes to mind: "How much money have I saved?" It's an important question, but it may not be the most useful one. A better place to start is by asking: "What is...
Are Your Investments Actually Performing Well?
Looking Beyond "Have I Made Money?" One of the first questions people ask when reviewing their investments is: "Have I made money?" It's a perfectly reasonable question. But it isn't always the right one. An investment can increase in value and still not be performing...
Can You Rely Solely on the State Pension for Retirement?
Will the State Pension Give You the Retirement You Want? For many people, the State Pension is something they expect will simply "take care of them" when they retire. After all, they've spent decades working and paying PRSI contributions, so it's understandable to...
The Importance of Mortgage Protection
Could Your Family Afford the Mortgage Without You? Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will ever make. For many individuals and families, a mortgage represents years of planning, saving and long-term financial responsibility. While...
Why Your Savings Should Change as Your Life Changes
Is Your Savings Strategy Still Right for You? Saving money is one of the best financial habits you can develop. But while the habit should remain consistent, the purpose of your savings should change as your life changes. The goals you have in your twenties are...
Short-Term vs Long-Term Investing: Why Time Matters More Than You Think
Before You Invest, Ask Yourself One Question Imagine you've just received a work bonus, inherited some money, or sold and investment property. You suddenly have €100,000 sitting in your bank account. Your first instinct might be: "I need to invest this" But before...
The Importance of Financial Planning
Why Having a Plan Matters Many people manage their finances day to day without a clear overall plan. They may be saving regularly, earning consistently and making responsible financial decisions. But without structure, it can be difficult to know whether those efforts...
Back-to-School Costs: How to Prepare Without the Stress
September Comes Around Every Year... So Why Does It Still Catch Us Out? For many families, back-to-school season is one of the busies, and most expensive times of the year. Uniforms Books Stationary Shoes After-school activities Before you know it, the costs have...
