The Auto enrolment pensions bill was passed by the government and a proposed start date in January 2025. Approximately 800,000 employees who are aged between 23 and 60, earning over €20,000 and who are not already in an occupational pension scheme or qualifying PRSA with an employer making contributions, will automatically be opted in. Those […]
Following a recent survey by Irish Life confirmed that women need to work 8 more years to have the same pension pot as men. This shortfall should be addressed by women in order to secure their retirement future.
Aviva is helping to close the gender wealth gap. Below is a series of short education videos hosted by Aviva to help you make the most of your finances If you have any queries or concerns, do not hesitate to contact us here at Cantwell Financial
Happy International Women’s Day and a perfect day to inform you that we are delighted to be featured in this weeks News & Star supplement dedicated to Women in Business! We hope you pick up a copy & read about all amazing women in business in Waterford.
An Assessment by Jim Power, Economist Jim Power, Economist, has provided us with an assessment of Budget 2022. This budget was framed against a much better background than a year earlier, as the economy is recovering from the worst effects of Covid-related restrictions. As expected, the budget focused on a gradual unwinding of Covid supports; […]
Pensions are the most tax efficient form of savings around. Here are some super-helpful questions and answers: Q: I’m self-employed. How much can a pension contribution reduce my tax bill by? A: If you are self-employed and you make a €10,000 pension contribution, and pay tax at 40 per cent, you will reduce your tax […]
Talk to us today about Income Protection Income Protection is designed to protect your income throughout your working life. Put simply – Income Protection means you can continue to pay your household bills and maintain the lifestyle you have worked so hard for if you are unable to work due to illness or an accident […]