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Would an electric car work in rural Ireland? Five things to check before buying

Irish drivers are turning to electric cars in big numbers as oil prices soar. Here’s what you need to think about before you purchase an electric vehicle (EV).

CONSUMER 30 September 2026

Would an electric car work in rural Ireland? Five things to check before buying

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Money Mentor: why is my tax bill rising when my costs are up on the farm?

Money Mentor: why is my tax bill rising when my costs are up on the farm?

MONEY MENTOR 30 September 2026

'Cattle are great, but the chickens pay the bills'

'Cattle are great, but the chickens pay the bills'

NEWS 30 September 2026

'Flat rate farmers are not disadvantaged', Revenue tells Oireachtas

'Flat rate farmers are not disadvantaged', Revenue tells Oireachtas

'Flat rate farmers are not disadvantaged', Revenue tells Oireachtas

NEWS 30 September 2026

Livestock rate of VAT must be reduced in Budget 2027 - Kenny

Livestock rate of VAT must be reduced in Budget 2027 - Kenny

Livestock rate of VAT must be reduced in Budget 2027 - Kenny

NEWS 24 September 2026

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Money Mentor: childminding income and tax relief explained

Money Mentor: childminding income and tax relief explained

Ifac’s Marty Murphy explains how childminding income can affect tax relief and outlines upcoming Tusla changes that childminders need to know about.

MONEY MENTOR 15 September 2026

The Cultivate loan has made a huge impact to our lives

The Cultivate loan has made a huge impact to our lives

At the foot of the Slievereagh Mountains in Co Limerick, Louise Rennie operates a beef finishing enterprise around her job and a busy family life.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 15 September 2026

Financing the Future of Irish Farming

Financing the Future of Irish Farming

Declan Roche, Finór Finance CEO, talks about its key role in supporting investment across the agri sector.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 15 September 2026

Agricultural Relief: what it is and why does it matter to farm families?

Agricultural Relief: what it is and why does it matter to farm families?

Without the relief, many farm successions could result in a tax bill that can only be paid by borrowing heavily or selling part of the farm, writes Marty Murphy, head of tax at ifac.

FEATURE 15 September 2026

Money Mentor: 'am I taxed on the income from my solar panels?'

Money Mentor: 'am I taxed on the income from my solar panels?'

The tax treatment of payments for surplus electricity can be confusing. Ifac's Marty Murphy explains the rules around solar income.

CL-IFJHOME 15 September 2026

Tánaiste hints at favourable tax measures for generational renewal in Budget 27

Tánaiste hints at favourable tax measures for generational renewal in Budget 27

Additionally, the Minister for Agriculture said he is determined to make progress on the tax side of things in the upcoming budget for 2027.

NEWS 15 September 2026

Bank of Ireland announces discounted loans for drought-affected farmers

Bank of Ireland announces discounted loans for drought-affected farmers

The discounted working capital loan aims to assist farmers to manage their higher-than-usual operating costs.

NEWS 15 September 2026

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Bord Bia launches HortLink to strengthen Ireland’s horticulture community

New grower-led network will foster collaboration, support emerging leaders and help attract the next generation of horticulture talent into the sector.

Bord Bia launches HortLink to strengthen Ireland’s horticulture community

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