What’s the best way to fund home renovations?
Options include topping up a mortgage or tapping the Government’s low-interest Home Energy Upgrade Loan scheme
This trend for lighting up gardens may seem an inviting one, but it needs to be done with care
Studies show that birds, bats and insects are among animals in the natural world affected by light pollution
How do you know if you are comparatively wealthy?
Concepts of wealth are being redefined but does it differ between men and women, and how will it shape your decisions?
We’ve been sold the idea that replacing instead of fixing is faster, but is it really?
Mending is better than spending, and online directory RepairMyStuff.ie is a one-stop-shop that makes it easy to find local repair businesses
Over-60s can borrow against the equity in their home. But should they?
Equity release can give older people financial peace of mind or the funds for a more comfortable retirement but be careful of the terms and conditions
Women, take control to ensure you have enough income in retirement
Part-time work, caring commitments and the gender pay gap mean women are at a big disadvantage when it comes to pension income
How to go green for St Patrick’s Day without the environmental toll
Consumerism has taken hold and celebrations for our national day can generate a lot of waste
Repaying your mortgage after retirement never used to be common. It is now.
People are buying their first homes later in life, but there are options so the loan is not a burden when you stop working
Ireland is emerging from winter, but maybe hold off mowing your lawn for now
If you are lucky enough to have a lawn or patch of grass, mowing less is one of the best things you can do to help Ireland’s pollinators and biodiversity
Children will receive over €500 on average for their Communion. Where should you put it?
If even two-thirds receive the average in gifts, that’s a windfall of more than €24m in the hands of young children in the coming months
What’s the best toothbrush if you want to be environmentally friendly?
If you’re diligent about your dental care, you will probably get through more than 300 toothbrushes in your lifetime
Is it better to get paid weekly or monthly?
You may have to work four extra days for the same monthly pay cheque depending on the day the month starts on or payday falls
The Irish town that’s saying no to plastic sachets
Last November, Clonakilty in west Cork set itself the goal of phasing out single-use plastic sachets before the start of this year’s tourist season
How driving more slowly can save you money
New lower Government speed limits are designed to make roads safer for everyone but they can also cut your fuel costs as well as saving on brakes and tyres
How can Irish savers make their money work harder? Send your cash overseas
With Irish savers increasingly attracted by rates on offer in foreign banks, here’s what to look for – and the pitfalls to avoid