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Book a one-to-one consultation with Paul - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode, Paul walks through a real consult where an "8% rental yield" turned out to be a real return of just 1.33% once tax, costs and inflation were stripped out. The numbers don't lie, and the headline yield the seller quotes is rarely the return you actually get. In this episode, he covers how to turn prope...

Book a one-to-one with Paul at https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode, Paul walks through a real-world example of how financial planning can lead to a massive reduction in the tax you pay. Paul explains the difference between a salesperson and a true planner, and how dovetailing reliefs can drop your effective tax rate to as low as 0%. He also covers why surplus cash on your company...

For a 1:1 consultation with Paul - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy This week, Paul hosts Ger Conalty, Head of Health Insurance Services at SYS, to explain that reviewing health insurance is about more than saving money, it’s about getting the right cover for your needs and life stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For a 1:1 consultation and more - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode Paul looks back at 10 years of returns across the four main asset classes and reveals why two of them actually lost money in real terms once inflation is stripped out. But the real question isn't "what's the best investment?". It's "what's the best investment for me?" Your age, timeframe, existing assets and ta...

Book a 1:1 consultation with Paul and more: https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy If you would like to get in touch with Steph you can do so here: Contact: https://expattaxes.ie/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-wickham-b4aba13b/ In this weeks episode Paul talks to Steph Wickham, Expat Taxes Founder & Award-Winning International Expat Tax Specialist, about Irish tax for anyone m...

Start Your Financial Plan - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Forget generic figures like "€1 million". Your number depends on being able to answer 5 core questions discussed in this episode. Get these five right, and you have a real target to plan towards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For a 1:1 Consultation - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Revenue says Irish taxpayers are leaving between €400 and €600 million unclaimed every year. In this episode, I break down the five biggest mistakes I see high earners making, and what to do about each one. 00:00 The Tax Gap 00:52 Pensions vs Mortgage Repayment vs Investing 03:25 Accountants vs Tax Planning 06:23 When to Go Limited 09:...

If you would like to get in touch with Sean and his team, you can request an introduction here: https://askaboutwealth.ie/professionals/mortgage-brokers In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, we break down how the Irish mortgage market really works and what borrowers need to know in 2026. From first-time buyers to switchers and investors, this conversation covers the practical realities...

Free Tools, Report & Broker Introduction Here - https://linktr.ee/ask.about.property Most Irish property buyers use mortgages but often miss steps that could save money and improve long-term wealth. This episode shares an eight-step checklist that will help you make the right decisions every step of the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Book a 1:1 Consultation and Financial Plan with Paul - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy This week, Paul sits down with Shane O' Neill from Swissquote to unpack how custody fees quietly erode your wealth, what a transparent trading fee actually looks like, and how a Lombard loan lets you access cash from your portfolio without selling up or triggering a tax bill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Book a 1:1 Consultation and Financial Plan with Paul - https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Trust funds separate ownership from control and can help protect young or special-needs beneficiaries, keep assets managed responsibly, and support inheritance-tax planning. The episode compares fixed trusts with discretionary trusts, explains will trusts, and highlights key insights, like capital gains ta...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul: https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, Paul speaks with Eoghan O’Hara, Country Head for Raisin Ireland. They discuss why Irish household deposits earn very low interest, and the opportunity presented by the EU-wide deposit guarantee protection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul: https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode, we break down why inheritance tax can result in the same wealth being taxed twice, and why doing nothing is often the most expensive option of all. We cover: - Why inheritance tax can wipe out over 33% of a family estate, even after a lifetime of income and capital taxes - The key reasons...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul: https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Get a Free Mortgage Broker Consultation Here: https://www.askaboutproperty.ie/broker-consultation You can get in contact with Ray here: https://raycooke.ie/ This week, Paul is joined by Ray Cooke, CEO of Ray Cooke Auctioneers, to share what he is seeing on the ground in the Irish property market as we mov...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul: https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy You can get in touch with Graham here: https://hanlonandco.com/ In this episode of the Ask About Wealth podcast, we are joined by Graham Hanlon, a seasoned solicitor with over 30 years of experience. The discussion covers essential topics in financial planning, including the intricacies of probate law, th...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy In this episode, we provide a checklist of actions business owners and individuals can take before December 31, 2025, to maximise tax benefits. Key topics include clearing out company profits, utilising tax credits and allowances, maximising contributions to retirement schemes, and understanding the implic...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Get Unbiased Property Guidance and a Free Mortgage Consultation https://linktr.ee/ask.about.property This week, we're joined once again by Aidan McLoughlin, Group Managing Director of ITC, to discuss the upcoming changes to pensions in Ireland and to help you better navigate these Changes. We discuss the s...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul https://askaboutwealth.ie/consultancy Get Unbiased Property Guidance and a Free Mortgage Consultation https://linktr.ee/ask.about.property You can contact Jacquelyn and learn more about The Journey here: https://thejourney.ie/ In this episode, we are delighted to welcome Jacquelyn Dunne, solicitor at Dunne Solicitors and the creator of The Jou...

Book a 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan With Paul https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth Get Unbiased Property Guidance and a Free Consultation https://linktr.ee/ask.about.property You can learn more about Gavin here: https://gavinjgallagher.com/ In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, we welcome back Gavin J Gallagher, a seasoned property investor, coach, and mentor, as well as the presen...

Book Your 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth Get Unbiased Expert Property Guidance https://linktr.ee/ask.about.property You can learn more about Michael and the F.I.R.E. movement here https://www.firepodcast.ie/ In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, we welcome Michael Houghton, a prominent figure in the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movem...

Book Your 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth Get Unbiased Expert Property Guidance https://www.askaboutproperty.ie/ Understanding the Employment Investment Incentive Scheme (EIIS) In this episode of the Ask About Wealth podcast we discuss the Employment Investment Incentive Scheme (EIIS). We delve into what EIIS tax breaks entail, the varying rates of tax relief...

Book Your 1:1 Consultation & Financial Plan https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth Get Unbiased Expert Property Guidance https://www.askaboutproperty.ie/ In this episode of the Ask About Wealth Podcast, we dive into the 2026 budget with a focus on high earners and business owners. Key topics include income tax, changes to entrepreneurial relief, updates on research and development allowances, deemed...

In this episode, we delve into the 3 worst historical budget decisions and the 3 best, we also look at current opportunities that came out of past budgets are still available. Discover how these decisions have shaped the economy and what lessons they provide for future budget considerations. 00:00 Introduction to the Irish Budget 00:26 Historical Budget Highlights 00:39 Top Three Budget Rules and...

Navigating Ireland's Most Unfair Tax: 9 Strategies to Minimise Inheritance and Gift Tax In this episode of the Ask About Wealth podcast, we delve into the complexities of Ireland's inheritance and gift tax, detailing its history, current rates, and thresholds. We explain why this tax is considered unfair and higher than ever, largely due to thresholds that haven't kept pace with inflation. Moreove...

In this episode, we explore the essential steps for high earners in Ireland to transform their income into lasting wealth. This comprehensive guide is aimed at helping you achieve the best financial outcome for your unique circumstances, with practical insight and strategies tailored for high earners. 🇮🇪 Ask About Wealth helps high-earners in Ireland keep & grow wealth 📱 Book a 1-1 consult &a...