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PAYE made easy

July 5, 2011
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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…

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Bank of Ireland charges ‘unfair’

March 31, 2011
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Bank of Ireland is introducing new charges for most current account holders today. To qualify for free banking, account holders will have to deposit €3,000 per quarter and make at least nine payments by phone or over the internet, or keep a minimum of €3,000 in their account. The Free Legal Advice Centres described the…

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buying a house taxation issues

September 12, 2010
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Buying a House FAQs Do I need to tell the tax office if I buy a house? Yes – 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 – if the house is situated…

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PAYE REFUND SERVICE (Employers)

April 28, 2010
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I opened up my accountancy practice in Grange Village in February of this year.  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…

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Pension changes coming – act now !

March 8, 2010
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Wednesday’s publication of the National Pensions Framework was mostly about outlining the government’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…

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National Pensions Framework – How does this affect you?

March 5, 2010
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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…

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Claim PAYE Tax refunds now !!

January 5, 2010
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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…

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Ten ways to reduce your spending this year

January 5, 2010
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| Personal Finance

1          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          It’s your…

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Bankruptcy – a guide.

September 1, 2009
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What is bankruptcy?: Bankruptcy is a legal process whereby the property or assets of an individual who is unable – or unwilling – 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’s creditors. Advertisements are…

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Tax on second home

August 28, 2009
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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…

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