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Creating a Will is one of the most crucial steps you can take to ensure your wishes are respected and your loved ones are cared for after you are gone.  Here are key reasons why making a Will is important: Control Over Your AssetsDecide exactly who will inherit your assets—without a Will, Irish law decides…

For prospective homebuyers purchasing a property can be financially challenging, especially for first-time buyers.  To support individuals and families in achieving homeownership, the Irish government offers several grants and financial assistance schemes.  These grants can make a significant difference in reducing costs, particularly for first-time buyers, those interested in energy-efficient homes, or those seeking to…

Redundancy occurs when your job no longer exists, usually due to changes in your employer’s business needs, financial difficulties, or restructuring.  If you are facing redundancy in Ireland, you are entitled to specific protections and compensation under Irish employment law.  Your employer will usually require that you obtain independent legal advice from a solicitor before…

The Vacant Homes Tax (VHT) was introduced in 2023 and is aimed at properties that are left vacant for long periods, with the hope of encouraging owners to either rent out or sell their unused properties.  WHAT PROPERTIES ARE LIABLE FOR VHT It applies to properties that are suitable for living in but have been…

Where you cannot reach agreement to finalise your separation by way of a Deed of Separation (Separation Agreement), and court proceedings are instead required, you and your spouse will have to have been living apart for 12 months in order to start court proceedings. Where you have been separated for more than 2 years, you…

Building a new home is very exciting.  There are many things to consider and decisions to be made.  Here are some of the first steps involved if you are getting a site from a parent or family member on which to build.  PLANNING Firstly, you should engage an Engineer/Architect to view the site and consider…

Make an Enduring Power of Attorney An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document giving a trusted person the power to make decisions on your behalf in the event that you no longer have mental capacity to do so.  Should this situation arise, this trusted person (known as an Attorney), can then manage your…

The Nursing Homes Support Scheme or “Fair Deal Scheme” provides financial support towards the cost of nursing home care.  The scheme is managed by the Health Service Executive (HSE). Under the Scheme, you pay a certain amount towards the cost of your care and the HSE pays the rest.   WHO CAN APPLY Anyone who…