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PRSA contribution limits are being re-imposed: do you need to take action?

In the wake of the Budget, the government has introduced PRSA contribution limits. That will restrict the amount that employers can pay into PRSAs for members of staff. If you intend to pay substantial lump sums into your pension in

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Life insurance FAQ: Everything you ever wanted to know about protecting yourself and your business in Ireland

Life insurance, income protection and business protection can get complicated, but truth be told, many of us have the same questions. Moneycube is here to help with our FAQ! From the benefits of life assurance, to protecting your business and

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What does the US election mean for your investments?

US markets make up around two-thirds of the world’s stock markets by value. So the US election on 5 November has global relevance for investors. How will political changes impact the values of equities, bonds, and other assets? The result

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Question of the month: what should I do with a surprise inheritance?

I have just found out that I have inherited the sum of €65,000 from a deceased relative, which I was never expecting to receive. I am in my mid-30s, single and have a steady job (my salary is €55,000). I

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Standard fund threshold changes: what’s the impact?

The government has announced changes to the lifetime pension cap (also known as the standard fund threshold) in Ireland. Currently the cap is €2 million, and beyond that, a penalty tax applies. The aim is to make sure the government

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Question of the month: should I sell my apartment?

I am in my early 80s and have owned a two-bed apartment in Dublin city centre for many years now. I’ve never lived there, but some of my children and other family members have used it as a base when

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Investing in commodities

Investing in commodities

For years, investing in commodities was low on the list for most investors, overshadowed by equities and bonds. But recently they have attracted renewed attention from investors looking for diversification, inflation protection and alternatives to traditional assets. So what exactly

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Does traditional financial wisdom make sense today?

Inheriting financial advice from previous generations is almost unavoidable. Phrases like “cash is king”, “safe as houses” and “pay off your mortgage first” have shaped how many people in Ireland think about money for decades. Yet the financial world those

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MyFutureFund: one month in

If you are one of the 800,000 people in Ireland who do not have a workplace pension, your paycheck may be a bit lighter in January. This month, Ireland’s Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme (a.k.a. MyFutureFund) launched, aiming to address the shortcomings

Best place to invest money in Ireland in 2026

Best place to invest money in Ireland in 2026

Welcome to Moneycube’s annual roundup of the best investments available in Ireland. We’ve chosen five funds we think have strong potential for the year ahead in the wake of a choppy 2025. Halfway through the decade, investors have had a

Investing in space

Investing in space

There’s a buzz about investing in space companies in 2026. In particular, the prospect of SpaceX becoming the largest company ever to float on the stock market is prompting investor interest. So should you invest in the final frontier? Once

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When can I retire if I was born in 1970?

Are you are a 1970s child and want to know when you can retire? In order to receive the State pension in Ireland, you’ll be waiting until at least 2036. But by making some changes now and taking charge of

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