Posts by Alison Furney
Tax Free Vouchers For Staff – Small Benefit Scheme
Small Benefit Exemption in Ireland: A Win-Win for Small Employers and Staff As a small business owner in Ireland, finding ways to reward your team without increasing your tax bill can feel like a challenge. Thankfully, the Small Benefit Exemption offers a simple, cost-effective solution that benefits both employers and employees. What Is the Small…
Read MoreLocal Property Tax – Have you submitted your new LPT valuation for 2026?
Understanding Local Property Tax (LPT) in Ireland: What You Need to Know If you own property in Ireland, you’ve probably heard about Local Property Tax (LPT). But what exactly is it, and why is it so important—especially for self-employed people and small business owners? Let’s break it down in simple terms. What is Local Property…
Read MoreAuto-Enrolment Pension – My Future Fund
What is Auto-Enrolment? Also known as My Future Fund? Auto-enrolment is a new retirement savings system, being introduced in Ireland to help workers to build up a pension. Auto-enrolment is short for Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System. Why are these changes being introduced to pensions in Ireland now? Currently, one in 3 Irish workers will…
Read MoreMarch 2025 Competition
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Read MoreThe Grow Digital Voucher Grant from the Local Enterprise Office and how it can benefit your business
What is the Grow Digital Grant or Grow Digital Voucher? At its heart, the Grow Digital Grant is designed to support small and medium-sized businesses (SME’s) as they take on a new digital project, by easing the financial burden involved. Some examples of how the grant could help you to grow your business: Upgrade your…
Read MoreApprenticeships in Ireland
In Ireland, apprenticeships are becoming an increasingly popular route to kick-start a successful career. I applaud the fact that more educators, employers, state agencies and the public in general are catching on to the fact that university is the NOT the only pathway to professional success. Today, apprenticeships offer a hands-on approach to learning, combining…
Read MoreA Guide to Paying Your Irish Taxes by Direct Debit
As a business owner or Income Tax payer in Ireland, managing your tax obligations can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Between keeping track of deadlines, ensuring you’re paying the right amounts, and avoiding any penalties, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. However, did you know you can simplify your tax payments by using Direct Debits?…
Read MoreHow to Create a Business Plan: Essential Steps for Success and Growth
What is a Business Plan? Why Does Every Entrepreneur Need One? A business plan is like a roadmap for your small business. It outlines your goals, the steps you’ll take to achieve them, and how you’ll measure success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, or maybe just revisiting your original plan at…
Read MoreFinancial Assistance for Third Level College
You may be a parent of a student heading off to college, or maybe you yourself are the college student, even maybe a more mature college student – and although this new journey/stage of life can be full of excitement and joy, for some people, it can also bring much anxiety due to the financial…
Read MoreDo I Need Accounting Software for My New Small Business?
Answer: Like a lot of questions in life, it depends! Advantages of Accounting Software There are many advantages to having accounting software for your business, which can be of huge assistance to you as you grow your business, such as: Saving time on processes, for example, automatic bank feeds. Improving accuracy and minimising manual errors.…
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