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Catching Up on Your Pension: How AVCs Close the Gap Before You Stop Working
Half of working people in Ireland wish they had started planning for retirement sooner. If that describes you, the more useful question is not why
Your Pension Statement Shows a Number. It Does Not Show Your Income.
Every month your pension contributions slip out of your account without much thought, and once a year a statement arrives with a figure beside your
Is It Better to Pay Off Your Irish Mortgage or Invest Your Surplus?
If you find yourself with some extra money each month, one of the most common financial questions you will face is whether to put it
Your Family Shouldn’t Have to Search for Your Financial Details
Most people have some form of financial arrangement in place. A life insurance policy, a pension, a mortgage protection plan, maybe an income protection policy
What Actually Happens to Your Irish Pension After You Retire?
As individuals approach retirement, they often share common goals such as maintaining control over their finances, ensuring surplus funds for family, and seeking transparency and value in their investments. Here, we explore how our services align with these aspirations, particularly through the choice between an Annuity and an Approved Retirement Fund (ARF).
Retirement Differences Between Men and Women
Recent research by Standard Life highlights significant differences in how men and women approach retirement planning in Ireland
Think Insurance Doesn’t Pay Out? The Latest Claims Statistics Tell a Different Story
There is a common misconception that insurance companies don’t pay out on claims, particularly when it comes to life insurance. This myth can put people
Retirement Readiness and Financial Anxiety in Munster
Standard Life annually gathers insights from over 5,600 adults across Ireland, integrating these perspectives to amplify the voice of retirees. Here we cover the findings from Munster.
Is Your Executive Pension Ready for IORP II?
Company sponsored pension schemes must either fully comply with the EU’s IORP II (Institutions for Occupational Retirement Provision) directive or have transitioned to an alternative pension structureBecause of this, premiums increase at each age band.
The Real Cost of Delaying Life Cover in Ireland
Life insurance pricing is largely based on risk. The older you are when you take out a policy, the higher the statistical risk that the insurer may need to pay out during the term.
Because of this, premiums increase at each age band.
Projected Annual Salary of a Stay-at-Home Parent in Ireland
89% of adults in Ireland undervalue the financial worth of a stay-at-home parent’s role.
Average Pension Pot by Age: What the Prime Retirement Index Reveals
The idea of working until 70 might sound grim, but it doesn’t have to be inevitable. With the right planning, you can take control and decide when you stop working, instead of leaving it up to circumstances.
Rising Retirement Age: Are We Heading for a 70-Year Work Life
The idea of working until 70 might sound grim, but it doesn’t have to be inevitable. With the right planning, you can take control and decide when you stop working, instead of leaving it up to circumstances.
Too Young, Too Busy? Why Young People Are Risking Their Retirement
When you’re in your twenties or early thirties, retirement can feel like a lifetime away. You’re more likely to be thinking about paying rent, saving for a house deposit, or booking your next trip than about life after work. But here’s something worth pausing on: according to the CCPC Pensions Research 2025, 38% of under-35s expect to retire before the age of 65.
Inside the Advice Advantage: How Professional Guidance Boosts Your Financial Wellbeing
One consistent truth has emerged from years of research — people who seek expert financial advice aren’t just better informed; they’re financially better off.