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2026 News

My Future Fund: Should You Stay In or Opt Out?

Auto-Enrolment went live 1 Jan 2026. Higher-rate taxpayers often face a genuine tax-relief trade-off between AE and a PRSA — here's how to think about it.

Apr 19, 20267 min read
Deadline

How to Consolidate Multiple Pensions in Ireland (2026 Guide)

21 April 2026 OMA deadline is forcing many transfers. PRSAs, master trusts, personal retirement bonds compared — and when NOT to consolidate.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Comparison

PRSA Providers Compared: Aviva, Irish Life, Zurich, Standard Life, New Ireland

Ireland's five major PRSA providers side-by-side — charges, fund ranges, and who each one suits.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Tax

Pension Tax Relief Ireland — What You Can Claim in 2026

Age-based limits, the €115,000 earnings cap, marginal-rate relief, and how to backdate contributions to last year's cap before the October/November deadline.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Self-employed

Self-Employed Pension Options in Ireland

PRSA vs personal pension vs Executive Pension (for limited-company directors). Which gives you the most flexibility and the best tax relief.

Apr 19, 20266 min read
Planning

How Much Pension Do You Actually Need in Ireland?

The state pension is €14,400/year. Most comfortable retirements need more — here's a realistic framework for working out your number.

Apr 19, 20266 min read