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Can online tools help me achieve pension goals?

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Q: I am a member of a defined contribution (DC) occupational pension scheme and we have just recently been given access to an online facility that allows members to track pension fund details and performance. It also gives us the option of using a retirement projection tool.

Question of Finance: Mortgages

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Should we hand back the keys to our home?

Question of Finance: What is the best account for my young children?

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Q I have a 20-month-old daughter and another baby due at the end of April.

Where do I get money for a start-up business?

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Q: I realise that most people are worried about their jobs, but I've pitched for, and been offered, an excellent service contract with a multinational. All I need is a van and some specialist tools. But who do I go to for the money -- I need about €25,000?

Question of Finance: I'm elderly, how do I afford home improvements?

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0000

QMY WIFE and I are in our 70s and we are in need of some funds to carry out some much-needed home improvements.

Question of Finance: Changes to restriction of reliefs for high earners

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 05:00:00 +0000

QI know that Finance Minister Brian Lenihan made some references in the Budget to changes on higher earners' restrictions. How has this has been changed?

Question of Finance: Insurance is best solution to this age-old risk

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Q: MY BUSINESS partner at 62, is 20 years older than me and I'm concerned that in the unfortunate event of his death I'll have to buy out his spouse. Is there a form of cover that we should have?

Question of Finance: Home Improvements

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:21:23 +0000

Is it wise to take out a loan in the current climate?

Question of Finance: Rental properties

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +0000

Insurers must be told if premises not occupied

Question of Finance: Retirement

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +0000

How can I reduce fees charged on my pension?

Question of Finance: What tax relief can be claimed on donations?

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Q I'm looking to make a donation to charity and I am aware there is some sort of tax relief that can be claimed, but I'm unsure of the details. Can you advise me?