Irish funds review offers hope for small-time investors but misses big opportunity
This is largely down the lunacy of the Irish system where capital gains tax on individual investments is levied at a rate of 33 %
This is largely down the lunacy of the Irish system where capital gains tax on individual investments is levied at a rate of 33 %
Would it be categorised as a ‘gift’ and would tax be charged accordingly?
Dwelling home exemption is a very valuable relief but it works quite differently depending on whether you are getting property as a gift or in a will
Proposed changes to the retirement relief system would generate huge tax bills for family businesses
Budget set to be a pre-election attempt to win middle-class votes, with inheritance tax cuts, falling income taxes and housing on the agenda
Part of the challenge for people who have owned assets a long time is assessing any inflation-proofing to which they may be entitled
Property was rented out when woman had to leave her home for a while during her separation
Only one home is exempt from capital gains tax but there is some flexibility on timing
Big Four accounting firm also wants standard VAT rate cut to 21% and higher rate income tax threshold raised to €50,000
Investment trusts have historically appealed to investors seeking income as like other public companies they will often pay out dividends
Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies Ireland seeks Budget measures that reflect the true cost of childcare and provide flexible or part-time places to fit work patterns
Hundreds of thousands of Irish people who remain single need to plan carefully for what will happen their property and other assets after they are gone
Q&A: Sale of your home is exempt from capital gains tax, but what about a site sold for development?
Dominic Coyle of The Irish Times and Máiread Harbron from PwC answered readers’ questions in our post-budget live blog which has now finished. You can read back on all the questions and answers below.
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