Pensioners do not need to panic over Revenue letter about owed tax
Letters were not targeting pensioners specifically and offer options if you do have an outstanding tax bill, perhaps because of your state pension
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Businessman loses appeal over €317,312 inheritance tax bill
Man claimed he was a ‘permanently incapacitated’ dependent relative of his aunt due to ‘mental health issues’ while listed as a managing director on LinkedIn
Taxpayer who expected to make €2m profit from developing a site for housing was instead left with €61,000 tax bill
Tax Appeals Commission rejects appeal against Revenue assessment relating to a 4.5 acre site, where he says he intended to build a small number of houses
Ireland could be ‘AI Island’ but must act promptly to set up artificial intelligence office and observatory
‘What will happen is workers who use AI will replace those who don’t,’ says Fianna Fáil TD
Figuring out my tax free lump sums when I have more than one pension
Rules on lump sums are surprisingly straightforward regardless of how many pensions you have and in which countries
Rescue plan at specialist electrical systems business saves 480 jobs
Judge praises pragmatic attitude of Revenue Commissioners in accepting the deferment of significant sums due to protect jobs
Will I face a capital gains tax bill on sale of my home because I have a lodger?
Cost of living pressures that push people to take tenants in to help with bills can have unexpected impacts unless you qualify for rent-a-room relief
Revenue lays down the tax rules for Ireland’s army of influencers
Brand ambassadors driving cars or people accepting gifts in exchange for posts are all caught by rules that are explained in new Revenue guide
Inheritance, relatives and blended families: what does it mean for tax-free thresholds?
Tax free thresholds for inheritance and large gifts are determined by the closeness of the blood relationship between the two parties
Court case to overturn ‘fraudulent’ Seán Dunne transfers played key part in US bankruptcy
Former developer’s two ex-wives get priority claims totalling $2.87m as assets fall far short of overall debts
Man arrested as herbal cannabis valued at more than €2m seized at Cork port
The 107kg seizure was discovered in a trailer originating from Croatia
OPW to end contracts with Elon Musk’s Starlink once Irish alternative is available
Number of State agencies rely on controversial former Trump ally’s firm for internet services
Owners surrender 60 XL Bullies to authorities after move to ban breed
TD warns of breeding practices where 8,000 pups registered annually but 25,000 for sale on dog website
My family lives abroad. Does that cause problems with my father’s will?
Paperwork and taxation on inheritance can potentially become more complicated when beneficiaries live outside the State
Liquidator appointed over Killarney Brewing and Distilling
The company’s choice of liquidator has been appointed following a dispute with Revenue
Man (46) appears in court over €1.6m drug haul in Wexford
Fintan Fanning was charged with possession of cannabis for the purpose of sale or supply
Man (40s) arrested over €1.6m herbal cannabis seizure in Wexford
Van containing about 80kg of cannabis was intercepted in Ballycaraney yesterday
Killarney Brewing company and Revenue in dispute over appointment of liquidator
High Court decision postponed until Monday but operations ceased on Thursday after examinership failed to resolve business’s problems
More than 2,000 pubs have closed since 2005, with further 1,000 at risk in next decade
Dublin has seen the fewest pubs close, with the biggest decrease in Limerick
Revenue says it backs Scarp process amid criticism of opt-out mechanism
The commission responded to concerns their opt-out right would deter companies from entering the process
‘It was like a scene from an action movie’: How Ireland’s biggest drug bust unfolded
In the News podcast: MV Matthew bringing drugs from South America was daringly intercepted and seized
Scarp cases up 15% in 2025 amid ‘economic uncertainty’
Three-quarters of all firms that have gone through the scheme since 2021 have survived, says Azets Ireland
Man detained after second seizure of cannabis at Dublin Airport within two days
Mother and son charged over €1m seizure on Sunday, with man (30s) arrested over €462,000 on Monday
How the Defence Forces carried out its most daring operation in decades
Eight crew members received a combined 129 years in prison in total following Operation Piano
Hizbullah and Iran suspected of involvement in MV Matthew smuggling operation
Investigators believe Kinahan organised crime group among transnational gangs linked to €157m seizure
Estate agent offered to put kitchen down as ‘extra’ so home qualified for Help to Buy
Agent for Limerick auctioneers said they had ‘helped purchasers’ before using splits
Four men remanded in custody charged over €31m cocaine seizure in Co Cork
Around 440kg of drug seized earlier this week in Courtmacsherry as part of operation involving gardaí, Revenue and Naval Service
Two men due in court following €31m drugs seizure in west Cork
Two men apprehended aboard RIB off Waterford in same operation continue to be questioned
Have you ever been offered a split deal in order to qualify for Help to Buy?
Have your say: What arrangements or offers have you come across while house-hunting
Home buyer asked by estate agent for €25,000 for flooring to bypass Help to Buy scheme cap
Sherry FitzGerald launches internal investigation as Revenue warns against ’artificially splitting’ sale price to qualify for scheme
How do I approach Revenue about modest tax debt stretching back many years?
A neighbour buried his head in the sand after falling foul of a crooked accountant - and now fears shame and prosecution
Court-appointed liquidations triple as Revenue ends debt warehousing scheme
Second quarter saw almost 20% rise in overall insolvencies compared with the first, bringing the first six months in line with last year
I am due to inherit €30,000, is it worth my while to gift my husband half to avoid tax?
Deeds of variation or family arrangement work differently in Ireland and Britain and that can catch some people out
The D4 farmers: Why the rich are buying up land to avoid inheritance tax
Rules to limit use of relief for tax planning are on the way but have not yet been activated
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