Two schemes available Better Energy Warmer Homes Better Energy Homes To apply go to www.seai.ie Better Energy Warmer Home Scheme Also known as “Free Energy Upgrade”. The homeowner is not charged for work done under this scheme. This scheme is aimed at those on low incomes/certain social welfare recipients and it has a wait time […]

Podcasts have grown in popularity and businesses can capitalise on this – here is how they can be used as a marketing tool  Podcasts are audio series’ that are available online. The concept is similar to a radio show. Listeners can subscribe to specific podcasts, download episodes as they become available and listen to them […]

Feeling the pinch when it comes to the rising cost of living in Ireland? Here is all you need to know about the €505 million package announced by the government. The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Michael McGrath T.D., and the Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe T.D., announced a suite of policy measures designed […]

Looking to create a better sales culture in your business? Here is how to do just that. Sales are the lifeblood of any business. In the current, ultra-competitive business environment, building your sales capability has never been more important. Creating an effective sales culture involves a lot more than giving people aggressive sales targets and […]

  Key tax filing dates for March 2022 TAX HEAD RETURN PERIOD PAYMENT & FILING DATE Dividend Withholding Tax DWT February 2022 14th March 2022 Professional Services Withholding Tax (PSWT) F30 February 2022 14th March 2022 PAYE/PRSI/USC/LPT Monthly Deductions February 2022 23rd March 2022 Relevant Contracts Tax (RCT) RCT Monthly Return February 2022 23rd March […]

Feeling under pressure? Here is how to manage stress at work Work-related strain is an increasing area of concern, which is why managers and employees should learn how to manage stress at work more effectively. The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated work-related stress as many of us have had to suddenly shift to new ways of […]

Great managers build great businesses – here are some top management tips to help you become a better boss in 2022. A goal without a plan is just a wish Good managers create a business plan every year and communicate that plan with their team. It’s important to keep your team informed of project goals, […]

From 1st January 2022 changes in the legislation concerning the VAT treatment of non-refundable deposits is due to take effect.  This change mainly affects the hospitality industry (e.g., for hotel room bookings). However, any business that retains forfeited deposits for unused services and uncollected goods may also fall within this bracket. Previously, suppliers accounted for […]

Key tax filing dates for February 2022 TAX HEAD RETURN PERIOD PAYMENT & FILING DATE Dividend Withholding Tax DWT January 2022 14thFebruary 2022 Professional Services Withholding Tax (PSWT) F30 January 2022 14thFebruary 2022 PAYE/PRSI/USC/LPT Monthly Deductions January 2022 23rdFebruary 2022 Corporation Tax Preliminary tax Accounting periods ending between 1st – 31stMarch 2022 23rdFebruary 2022 Corporation […]

How can businesses train their teams of people more effectively? Businesses that invest in training their team enjoy greater employee retention and the right training can also have a positive effect on your profit margins. To build a high performing organisation, you need to plan for sustained learning. Providing the training is one thing, but […]