We’re always being told we should save more into our pensions. But deciding how much depends on what you can afford to save each month. Here’s Moneycube’s guide to working out how much you should put into a pension to start with. First, the obvious Because of the tax advantages, for many people, saving into … Continued
It’s almost the end of 2018. Here are Moneycube’s five to-dos to wrap up your 2018 investments and finances. 1. Review your capital gains tax position If you purchase shares directly, this one’s for you. Some investors will be sitting on losses following recent market moves. Combined with the annual capital gains allowance of €1,270, … Continued
Investing your money when you’re young can bring big rewards. For young Moneycube users, it’s about taking decisions now which will benefit you over the long term. At Moneycube we’ve been speaking to our users about why they invest, and how investing makes them feel. Click the video to learn more. Here, Thomas explains why … Continued
It’s never too late to start a pension. And with generous tax relief, longer lifespans and lots of investment options, it’s almost always worth doing. Moneycube explains why, and what you should do to start a pension today. Good reasons for starting late Many people worry they haven’t started saving for retirement early enough. But … Continued
Clearly the performance record of growth of a fund is of great interest. But what counts as good investment fund performance? In fact a fund’s track record over one, two or three months is of little interest to the medium-term investor. Here, Moneycube explores what really matters when looking for a strong-performing investment fund in … Continued
Thanks to the web, investing your money in Ireland is easier than ever. It’s also more affordable than ever, with Moneycube offering access to regular investments from just €250 per month, and lump sums from €2,500. But the basics still apply when figuring out if you can afford to invest. Read on to learn more … Continued
If investing is about putting your money into high-quality opportunities at fair prices, now could be a great time for Irish people to consider UK-focused funds. We explain why, and suggest a couple of options that could do the trick for Irish-based savers. Before we start – remember this isn’t an investment recommendation. If you’d … Continued
Investing your money is about more than chasing returns. For Moneycube users, it’s about taking control of your money, and knowing you’re doing the right thing with your savings. At Moneycube we’ve been speaking to our users about what held them back from investing before now, and how investing makes them feel. Click the video … Continued
Last week was a bumpy ride for investors as markets dipped 2 or 3 per cent on Wednesday and Thursday, before flattening a little on Friday. What’s going on? And what’s to be done? The immediate cause here is rising US interest rates, which went up at the end of September, mainly in response to … Continued
