The European Central Bank is next meeting on 11th June and a rate rise is widely expected. If you have a mortgage, savings or borrowings of any kind, here is what you need to know. (We have also written more in-depth article for those with mortgages here). Why is the ECB likely to increase rates
Interest rates are rising again. The ECB is expected to increase its rate at the June meeting, and Irish mortgage holders are right to be paying attention. But the impact on your mortgage depends entirely on what type of deal you are currently on, and what you do next. Does an ECB rate rise automatically
If there's one thing that unites almost every Irish homeowner right now, it's this: nobody wants to be paying more than they have to. Between rising costs, uncertain times and the general sense that your money has to work harder than ever, the last thing you need is to discover that your mortgage, one of
Is Investing in Property Through Your Pension Coming to an End? If you currently hold property in your pension, or have been considering it as part of your retirement strategy, recent developments reported in the Irish Times should be on your radar. Proposed changes to how Irish pensions can invest in property and other non-standard
You Don’t Have to Sell First: The Smart Guide to Moving Home in Ireland Moving home can feel overwhelming. Most people assume they need to sell their current house first, have the cash sitting in their account and then approach a bank for mortgage approval. That’s not how it works. Once you understand the actual
What many first-time buyers overlook Saving for a deposit is often the biggest focus when you're preparing to buy a home. But the deposit is only part of the picture. There are several extra costs involved in buying property in Ireland, and if you're not prepared for them, they can come as an unwelcome surprise.
What are financial advisors really for? This is why financial advisors matter more than ever. Financial advice is not just about securing your future in some distant sense. It is about making sense of your financial life as it is today, and helping you make better decisions over time. A good financial advisor helps you:
Concerns about artificial intelligence replacing professional roles are understandable. Finance is often cited as one of the sectors most exposed to automation. AI can process vast amounts of historical market data in seconds and identify patterns far faster than any individual advisor ever could. But markets are not built on data alone. They are shaped
As the year ends and 2026 comes into view, it is natural to think about resolutions. Many people focus on health and fitness, but financial wellbeing deserves equal attention. The habits you put in place now can shape not only the year ahead but also your long-term security. Looking back at 2025, we have seen
From January 2026, auto-enrolment (AE) will change how many people in Ireland save for retirement. Employers will be required to enrol eligible staff into a pension scheme by default. For HR managers, this means preparing the workforce for a significant change. It also means supporting employees to understand how contributions will affect their take-home pay
