Want to reduce your tax bill legally and efficiently? This section includes practical tips on deductions, credits, pension contributions, and planning strategies to help you make the most of what you’re entitled to under Irish tax law.
Every year, thousands of Irish taxpayers overpay their income tax, not because they earn too much, but because they don’t take full advantage of pension tax [...]
Every October, thousands of people across Ireland feel that familiar knot in their stomach when the tax bill lands and there’s not enough cash set aside [...]
Understanding which expenses you can deduct is essential for reducing your tax bill as a sole trader in Ireland. Here’s some of the common and often [...]
Tax relief at 20% is available for third level tuition fees that you have paid for. The maximum amount on which tax relief can be claimed [...]
This tax credit was introduced to provide a measure of compensation to married couples where one spouse remains at home to look after family members in [...]
Dwelling House Exemption for Capital Acquisitions Tax This relief is of particular importance for parents transferring properties to their children, which they will use as their [...]
Who can Claim? An Individual who pays a premium on a policy to secure the continuance of income and payment of benefits during disablement through accident, [...]
Health Expenses Many people overlook the tax claim which is available in respect of medical expenses. Tax relief is available at the 20% tax rate for all medical expenses [...]
There are numerous tax credits and tax claims which often get overlooked. We have divided these into three different categories as follows: Personal Tax Credits Allowed [...]
Life Insurance There is no tax relief for life insurance policies. For life assurance it is still possible to obtain tax relief for premiums paid if [...]
Both employees and the self-employed qualify for the state pension. If you are self employed and have been paying PRSI at the S rate all your [...]
This is one of the best ways of receiving significant tax relief while investing for your future. There are now a great variety of pension investment [...]
PRSI, USC & Smart Tax Tips for Employees in 2025 Understanding Your Deductions (and How to Reduce Them) Most employees look at their payslip and see [...]
Introduction Everybody is entitled to a basic personal tax credit. The amount of your tax credit depends on your personal status i.e. Married, Single, Widowed or [...]
Introduction These articles provides information on the following: General Info Self Employed Company Directors Employees Is it worthwhile making Pension Contributions? State Pension PRSI Refunds
