Consumer and finance news from Irish Country Living
Contributor on 6 March 2024
Legal: ‘do my neighbours have a duty to clean out drains?’
A drain pipe running onto his neighbour’s land is causing one farmer much distress, writes Aisling Meehan.
Contributor on 14 February 2024
Save or invest? How to choose the right strategy
Qualified financial advisor Carol Brick explains the best way to dip your toe in the water if you are interested in investments.
Contributor on 24 January 2024
Land disposal: how do I minimise tax and maximise reliefs?
Thinking of selling land in 2024? Depending on your circumstances, there are a range of reliefs available, so you need to be sure you’re availing of the right one, writes Jerry O’Neill.
Sarah McIntosh on 15 January 2024
Over €4.5 million to tackle dereliction and vacancy in rural towns
Minister Heather Humphreys announces funding of over €4.5 million to tackle derelict and vacant buildings in towns across rural Ireland, writes Sarah McIntosh
Contributor on 10 January 2024
Finance: simple savings resolutions to make 2024 your year of financial freedom
Forget those same old new year’s resolutions – here are some financial resolutions that can make an actual impact on your life, writes Carol Brick.
Aisling Meehan on 3 January 2024
Be mindful of the small print involved with solar farming
Developing a solar farm on part on your land can be very profitable, but legal issues can arise, writes Aisling Meehan
Contributor on 13 December 2023
Avoid the festive financial hangover
You don’t have to overspend to have a meaningful holiday with family and friends, writes Carol Brick.
Aisling Meehan on 6 December 2023
Legal: ‘as a trained farmer, how do I claim for stamp relief’?
Having completed the Green Cert, a young farmer is entitled to have the stamp duty reimbursed. Aisling Meehan explains how to navigate the refund.
Contributor on 22 November 2023
Finance: now is the time to think about your 2024 financial reboot
It's time to consider how you can best fill the gaps in your family's financial plan for 2024.
Contributor on 1 November 2023
Finance: learning to manage your debt in five easy steps
Sean McNulty of Rethink Money shares his top tips and advice for clearing your loans and becoming debt free.
Contributor on 11 October 2023
Carol Brick: understanding financial roadblocks for women in agriculture
Qualified financial advisor Carol Brick explains the barriers which still exist for many women in agriculture and how best to navigate them.
Contributor on 4 October 2023
Finance: if you’re not saving in your 30s it’s time to start
Managing director of Rethink Money Sean McNulty shares his top five reasons why having a financial plan in your 30s is vital for a stable and secure future.
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