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	<title>McDowell &#38; Co Accountants                                             Tel 071 91 47580     Mob 087 419 9204 email info@mcdowellaccountants.ie &#187; Personal Finance</title>
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		<title>Older people&#8217;s tax credits and reliefs</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:31:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Older people&#8217;s tax credits and reliefs Information Rules How to apply Where to apply Information If you are aged 65 or over, you are liable to pay income tax in the normal way. However, the tax exemption limits are much higher for people aged 65 or over and there are some extra tax credits. It <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/older-peoples-tax-credits-and-reliefs/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Social Welfare Payments taxable</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:12:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Irish social welfare payments Jobseeker&#8217;s Benefit is generally taxable, but the first &#8364;13 each week is exempt from tax. Jobseeker&#8217;s Benefit payable to short-time workers is not taxable. The Increase for a Child Dependant payable with Jobseeker&#8217;s Benefit is also not taxable. Illness Benefit is not taxable for the first 6 weeks and the Increase <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/social-welfare-payments-taxable/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Exchequer Figures July 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:38:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; Details as published by the department of finance today july2011]]></description>
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		<title>Third level grants</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/third-level-grants/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:30:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you need help in completing application form for third level grants contact us today. For details on grants see this link http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/third_level_education/fees_and_supports_for_third_level_education/maintenance_grant_schemes_for_students_on_third_level_courses.html]]></description>
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		<title>Back to Work Enterprise Allowance</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/back-to-work-enterprise-allowance/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:10:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Information The Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to become self-employed. People taking part in the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance scheme (pdf) can keep a percentage of their social welfare payment for up to 2 years. From 1 May 2009, the qualifying period required for BTWEA <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/back-to-work-enterprise-allowance/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Probate</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:22:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160; Death is not a subject that many of us are comfortable discussing, so we may give little consideration to what happens to our estate, or assets, after we die. But by making a will, you can ensure that your estate goes to whoever you wish. Trusts can make provision for infant children and those <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/probate/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>PAYE made easy</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/a-guide-to-paye/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Guide to PAYE for Employees What is PAYE Important PAYE documents Tax credits Tax Credit Certificate Universal Social Charge (USC) PAYE Anytime Changing jobs Tax credits 2010/2011 Contact us PAYE anytime using your mobile phone PDF Version of A Guide to PAYE for Employees (PDF, 695KB) What is PAYE? As an employee your tax <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/a-guide-to-paye/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Bank of Ireland charges &#8216;unfair&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:13:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bank of Ireland is introducing new charges for most current account holders today. To qualify for free banking, account holders will have to deposit &#8364;3,000 per quarter and make at least nine payments by phone or over the internet, or keep a minimum of &#8364;3,000 in their account. The Free Legal Advice Centres described the <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/bank-of-ireland-charges-unfair/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>buying a house taxation issues</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/buying-a-house-taxation-issues/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Sep 2010 21:18:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buying a House FAQs Do I need to tell the tax office if I buy a house? Yes &#8211; you should inform the tax office as soon as possible so that all correspondence can be sent to your new address. Can I claim tax relief on my mortgage? Yes &#8211; if the house is situated <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/buying-a-house-taxation-issues/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>PAYE REFUND SERVICE (Employers)</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/paye-refund-service-employers-in/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:40:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I opened up my accountancy practice in Grange Village in February of this year.&#160; Prior to this, my practice was based out of Manorhamilton Co. Leitrim. In addition to the Sole Traders, Limited Companies and Farmers etc making up my client base, I offer a tax refund service to PAYE employees. I would very much <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/paye-refund-service-employers-in/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Pension changes coming &#8211; act now !</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/pension-changes-coming-act-now/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:04:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wednesday&#8217;s publication of the National Pensions Framework was mostly about outlining the government&#8217;s long term plans for pension provision in the years ahead. Aside from the extension to the state pension retirement age to 68 and the new mandatory pension scheme from 2014, which have grabbed most of the headlines, there are some areas that <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/pension-changes-coming-act-now/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>National Pensions Framework &#8211; How does this affect you?</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/national-pensions-framework-how-does-this-affect-you/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:30:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Department of Social and Family Affairs published the National Pensions Framework today, 3 March. There is no immediate change to taxation or pensions legislation as a result of this publication; it sets out a framework for the future provision of pensions. The framework is scheduled to be implemented over a five year period and <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/national-pensions-framework-how-does-this-affect-you/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Claim PAYE Tax refunds now !!</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/claim-paye-tax-refunds-now/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:00:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PAYE tax payers ! Claim your income tax refunds for previous years now ! The deadline for 2005 closed on the 31st December 2009 so do not leave it to late to claim refunds for 2006. This includes tax credits you have not claimed as yet, for example.. married persons tax credit. medical expenses. dental <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/claim-paye-tax-refunds-now/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Ten ways to reduce your spending this year</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/ten-ways-to-reduce-your-spending-this-year/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:01:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1 &#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; Before you head to the supermarket to do your grocery shopping, check one of the many useful websites out there to find out what special offers are available that week. Then plan your shopping, make a list and stick to it. Take a look at www.valueireland.ie, www.cheapeats.ie, www.mydeal.ie and www.smartshopper.ie. 2&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160;&#160; It&#8217;s your <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/ten-ways-to-reduce-your-spending-this-year/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Bankruptcy &#8211; a guide.</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/bankruptcy-a-guide/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:43:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is bankruptcy?: Bankruptcy is a legal process whereby the property or assets of an individual who is unable &#8211; or unwilling &#8211; to pay their debts, are transferred to a trustee (also known as an Official Assignee) to be sold. The proceeds of the sale are then distributed between the person&#8217;s creditors. Advertisements are <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/bankruptcy-a-guide/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Tax on second home</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:39:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you may be aware, The Local Government (Charges) Act 2009 introduced a E200 charge for the owners of Non- Principal Private Residences. The charge applies mainly to owners of private rented property and holiday homes. It also applies to vacant residential property unless newly built but unsold. Exemptions currently defined within the Act include <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/tax-on-second-home/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Possible Capped Maximum Tax Free Lump Sum from Pension</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:02:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There has been speculation that the Government will make some changes in relation to the tax free lump sum that is available from pension plans at retirement. The Government signalled their intent to make some changes in relation to pension planning at the last budget. Many commentators believe that the tax free lump sum available <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/possible-capped-maximum-tax-free-lump-sum-from-pension/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Redundancy and Tax Refunds..</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/redundancy-and-tax-refunds/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2009 21:50:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Were you unemployed, working part-time and/or received a redundancy payment during 2008? Don&#8217;t delay, prepare and file your 2008 tax return now, as you may be due a refund of income tax. If you were not working for the full year i.e. from January to December 2008, you may be due a refund of income <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/redundancy-and-tax-refunds/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>The Income Levy : How this Super tax will effect you.</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/the-income-levy-how-this-super-tax-will-effect-you/</link>
		<comments>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/the-income-levy-how-this-super-tax-will-effect-you/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 22:14:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Income Levy General Provisions 1.1 What is the income levy? The income levy, which came into effect on 1 January 2009, is a levy payable on gross income, including notional pay, before any relief for any capital allowances, losses or pension contributions. 1.2 Who is liable for the income levy? All individuals are liable <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/the-income-levy-how-this-super-tax-will-effect-you/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Sick Pay &#8211; its tax free</title>
		<link>http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/sick-pay-its-tax-free/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:38:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We welcome any tax related questions to this web blog. A friend asked me an interesting question in relation to sick pay for PAYE and the possibility of a tax refund. Here is that point - Q. I was off sick for 3 weeks in 2009, and my employers paid me full pay. Cheques I <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/sick-pay-its-tax-free/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Redundancy Entitlments</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:34:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eligibility criteria for Statutory redundancy payments In order to be eligible for a statutory redundancy payment, an employee must: Be aged over 16 years of age Be in employment and paying PRSI contributions, which are insurable for all social welfare benefits. Currently this is only a PRSI Class A contribution Have worked continuously for the <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/redundancy-entitlments/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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		<title>INHERITANCE ISSUES</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:07:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jason</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Do people leave decisions on inheritance and succession too late in Ireland? Many inappropriate decisions are made only when people are on their death-bed which is not the right time to be consulting a Solicitor e.g. in terms of property succession. It is desirable to make Wills when in good health and capable of <a href="http://www.mcdowellaccountants.ie/inheritance-issues/"><b>...Read the Rest</b></a>]]></description>
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