Sticking to household budget

10 tips for setting and sticking to a household budget

Sticking to a household budget is one of those things we know we should be doing, but we hardly ever come round to it… The Positive Economist, Susan Hayes says, it doesn’t need to be painful, or bread-and-water boring. Follow her tips to whip your finances into better shape! 1. [...] Read more »

Financial goals

10 tips to achieve your financial goals this year

Do you feel like you’ve fallen off the good resolutions wagon? The Positive Economist, Susan Hayes shares her proven strategies to revive your financial goals for this year. Here are her top 10 tips … 1. Daydream! Before you decide on goals, take some time to describe your dream vision, [...] Read more »

inheritance tax

How much is inheritance tax?

When a loved one dies you may be entitled to some inheritance. However, did you know that this money is subject to tax? Cecilia Smith, Development Manager at County Cavan Citizens Information Service outlines the thresholds… Question: Following a recent death, I am inheriting some money. Will I have to pay [...] Read more »

medical card

Are my savings assessed when I apply for a medical card?

Do you think you may be eligible for a medical card but are afraid to ask because they may take your savings into account? Cecilia Smith, Development Manager at County Cavan Citizens Information Service may have the answers for you… Question: I think I may be eligible for a medical [...] Read more »

Redundancy pay

How can I work out my redundancy pay?

Has there been talk of possible redundancies in your workplace? Do you know what redundancy pay you should receive? Here’s some useful advice from Cecilia Smith, Development Manager at County Cavan Citizens Information Service … Question: I have been working for a company for four years and I am facing [...] Read more »