The proposed auto-enrolment pension scheme is aimed at increasing participation in pension funding within the private sector workforce. Its primary objective is to ensure that all workers have access to a workplace pension, complementing the basic state pension. Currently, only about 35% of the private sector workforce actively contributes...
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At Considine Financial Planning Ltd, we’re always on the lookout for innovative solutions that enhance the financial well-being and protection of our valued clients. Today, we’re thrilled to share an exciting development in the insurance industry: Aviva’s new Life Insurance product, which offers an exceptional bonus benefit—free online GP...
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Research carried out in Ireland found that those who receive impartial financial advice have Double the savings and investments compared to those who don’t get advice. In addition, they are more financially protected, have higher valued pensions and feel more financially confident about their future. Financial advisors need to earn a bachelor’s degree to qualify for...
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Incomes and bills may have changed but the challenge of ensuring that ends meet is just the same. The first trick of the trade is to be organised – know exactly how much you have coming in and going out per month. Are you paid monthly or weekly? I...
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I had 5 pints (One too many) of Guinness watching Ireland play France on Saturday. As I flicked through the news on my phone before the match kicked off I noticed all the news is inflation, inflation, inflation. As per the Central Statistics Office figures inflation in Ireland is...
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