Department feared failure to boost pension tax relief would lead to exodus of senior gardaí and judges
Officials warned of ‘real prospect’ that only external candidates would seek top-level Garda roles
tax
Political parties try to reconcile policy with promises
Incoming administration is lacking in neither cash nor advice if exchequer returns, the OECD and Ifac are to be believed
How does VAT in Ireland compare with countries across Europe? A guide to a contentious tax
VAT in the hospitality sector became an election issue but there is a wider debate about the fairness of how it is applied
Will we have a tax liability if Dad gives us his home while he is alive?
Three sisters are in line to share father’s home, with one of them then buying out the others
Finding a solution for a tenant who can’t meet rent after splitting with partner
Accommodation Recognition Payment or Rent a Room are two schemes that might bridge gap between what tenant can pay and agreed rent
Ireland criticised for not doing enough to tackle tax avoidance in report by EU auditor
European Court of Auditors assesses shortcomings in measures by several countries to tackle corporate tax avoidance and profit shifting
Cross-Border worker numbers falling because of tax rules
Companies ‘appear to be struggling’ to comply with rules, especially with remote working, study finds
One Border, two systems, endless complications: ‘My NI colleagues work from home while I am forced to commute to an empty office’
Companies are increasingly wary of hiring cross-Border workers because of tax, pension and payroll issues, report warns
Inheritance tax is a real bugbear for people who do not have children
Q&A: The only way to ‘beat the system’ on tax is to use the dwelling house exemption, but that is a major commitment on both sides
There’s one question which none of the political parties want to answer
When Labour is preaching prudence, you know we’ve got a problem
Costing the election manifestos: Making sense of the billions being thrown out by parties to win your vote
Sinn Féin, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil have both similarities and key differences in their spending plans - but will any of them be able to afford to keep their promises?
Harris accused of displaying ‘height of arrogance’ by centre left parties
Labour and Social Democrats target Fine Gael leader for ruling out multi-party left wing alliance
Government collects record €116bn in tax last year
Corporation tax revenues more than double in four years since 2019
‘We bought our son a flat in his name but we took the rental income’
Parents weigh inheritance valuation on gift subject to a very informal family arrangement but unwanted tax issues may arise inadvertently
Vouchers, commuter tickets and bikes: How employers can help their staff save tax
The small benefit exemption, Taxsaver Commuter Ticket Scheme and Bike to Work scheme are all potential moneysavers
More spending, tax cuts as Fianna Fáil publishes first manifesto of election campaign
Party pledges to cut taxes by reducing lower rate of USC to 1.5 per cent and increase entry point to high rate of tax to ‘at least €50,000′
Here’s what we should be asking politicians in the aftermath of Trump’s victory
Political insulation from the cost-of-living crisis has been paid for by bumper corporation tax receipts – and now those receipts are under threat
Got a mortgage? There is up to €2,500 in tax relief waiting for you
Mortgage interest tax relief scheme has had surprisingly low take-up. Here’s how to get your money.
What are the rules for PRSI now that I am self-employed?
PRSI has been compulsory for the self-employed since 1988 and the rates and benefits are pretty much the same as for most employees
Nine areas where it costs to be single and one where you’re quids in
Single people pay a premium on everything from housing and food bills to tax and holidays
Funds industry needs to discover the power of plain speaking
Consumers are losing out under current regime but most are not even aware of that
Wealth adviser urges people to ‘die tidily’ by putting their affairs in order
Everlake urges people to leave file with details of essential contacts, how to access accounts and assets and any personal wishes
Inheritance rules penalise people who are single and have no children
Careful planning in drawing up your will or giving during your lifetime can reduce the State’s tax take
If you’re self employed, the time has come to file your tax return and avoid nasty surprises from Revenue
The best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk
Is it better for my tax bill if my parents transfer their house to me now rather than in their will?
Would it be categorised as a ‘gift’ and would tax be charged accordingly?
Personal tax filing deadline is looming: here’s what you need to know
Deadline looming not just for 2023 tax bill but also for payment of preliminary tax for the current year
Is Portugal the solution to the housing crisis?
Portuguese government considering exempting young workers from income tax to stem a brain drain
Dublin landlord Paul Howard hit with tax penalty of more than €1m
Landlord was not entitled to any reduction in return for co-operation with major tax inquiry, Revenue tells High Court
Chambers turns a blind eye to fibbing over local property tax
Why put up the inheritance threshold when 90 per cent of people have told the Revenue Commissioners their house is worth less than €365,000?
Housing solutions: Investing in a granny flat may benefit your family and bank balance
Is it worth buying a home with granny-flat potential, how much does it cost to build and would you be eligible for tax-free income if you rent it out?
Gift or inheritance: which makes more sense for husband leaving a house to his sister?
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
Local property tax to remain the same next year for Dublin city homeowners
Council agrees to keep 15 per cent reduction in 2025, with increases expected from 2026
Corporation taxes drove 11% jump in Exchequer receipts in lead up to budget
Government expects to post a €23.7bn surplus in 2024, by far the largest on record
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