Could you reduce your 2025 tax bill by making a pension contribution in 2026? Learn how pension tax relief works in Ireland, the key deadlines, contribution limits and what to do before the deadline.
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The ECB raised rates to 2.65% in September, and non-bank lenders were first to pass it on while the banks held firm. Here is why that happens, and what it means for buyers, switchers and fixed-rate holders.
Irish house prices rose 5.6% in the year to June 2026, the slowest pace since early 2024. Here is what the slowdown means for first-time buyers and movers, and the smartest next step.
Are you hoping to buy your first home but unsure where to begin? Join Halpin Wealth and Mortgages for Mortgage Made Simple, a free online webinar designed to help first-time buyers understand the mortgage process and prepare for the next step. Event details Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 Time:...
A further ECB rate rise, accelerating house price growth outside the cities, and a new lender offering higher income multiples. Here is what changed in the Irish mortgage market in Q2 2026 and what it means for buyers, movers, and existing homeowners.
Rates are rising again, but whether it affects you depends entirely on the type of mortgage you have. Here is a plain English look at what the ECB's latest move means for trackers, fixed rates and anyone buying this year.
The Help to Buy scheme lets first-time buyers in Ireland claim back up to €30,000 in tax relief towards their deposit. Here is a clear breakdown of how it works, who qualifies, and what to watch out for.
Plenty of people know they should probably speak to a financial advisor at some point. Fewer know what that actually involves. Here is a plain English look at what an advisor does, and when it might be worth having a conversation.
A lot of financial goals fall apart because they were never clear to begin with. Here is a more practical way to set goals that fit your life and are easier to follow through on.
Many women feel less confident about money, but that does not mean they are less capable. Often, they have simply been left out of the conversation. Here is why financial confidence matters, and how to start building it.