Yes, it’s the title of U2’s album…but can you name the year? This post is not going to cover the discography of U2, but it is an apt title for this blog post as we help clients who are feeling nostalgic and also realise they have pension funds in their name “somewhere”. Changing Jobs? Don’t
When you run a business, you need to be focused on growth, clients and the day-to-day demands of operations. But many business owners forget one crucial detail: Nobody is putting money into your pension but you. Unlike employees with automatic contributions from their employer, directors and self-employed individuals need to take retirement planning into their
At Lynx Financial Services, we recently met with a long-standing client who retired back in 2007. At the time, they were faced with a key decision - take out an Annuity or opt for an Approved Retirement Fund (ARF). After careful advice and consideration, they chose an ARF. They retired with a pension pot of
The long-awaited Auto-Enrolment (AE) pension system is set to launch in Ireland in 2025 (or later, depending on what sources you listen to). While it aims to boost retirement savings for private sector workers, it’s also about to introduce a significant new layer of responsibility for employers. Update 29th April 2025: The government announced the
Make 2025 a Year of Control It feels like now more than ever, we are living in a world like no other. The word “unprecedented” might be the most overused word of 2025. With uncertainty looming large, it’s easy to feel a bit anxious about the future. While we can’t control global events, we can
| Reaching Retirement on YOUR Terms | Retirement is a significant milestone in life, and adequate financial planning is crucial to ensure a comfortable and exciting post-work life. Nobody wants to look at their retirement worried about covering day to day costs. We want our retirement to be a time when we can be free
Every year, we are bombarded with information on items that we should / can or have yet to claim or declare. It can be a bit of a confusing time but we find that the main points below will highlight the tax reliefs and claims that can be most commonly made before the deadline (31st
You've worked hard to build a secure financial life. You've got a good job, a comfortable home, and maybe even some savings tucked away. But with so much conflicting information out there, you might wonder: could a financial advisor really make a difference? The answer, based on research by Brokers Ireland, is a resounding yes.
