What is the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant? The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant is a payment you can get if you are turning a vacant house or building into your permanent home or a rental property. A grant of up to €50,000 is available. If the refurbishment costs exceed the standard grant of up to €50,000, […]
The Help to Buy (HTB) scheme is designed to assist first-time buyers fund the deposit required to purchase or self-build a qualifying property to live in as their home. HTB provides for a refund of Income Tax and Deposit Interest Retention Tax (DIRT) paid in the State for the previous four tax years, subject to […]
New eligibility criteria for the Incremental Tenant Purchase Scheme which enables tenants to purchase the local authority home they live in will take effect from 29 January 2024. The changes to the qualifying criteria of the scheme will now mean those with an annual income of €11,000 will now be eligible to apply (replacing the […]
Settlements and Trusts serve as powerful tools in estate planning, asset protection, and tax management. Their popularity continues to rise as individuals seek efficient ways to secure their wealth and pass it on to future generations. To embark on this journey, it’s crucial to grasp the fundamentals. What Are Settlements and Trusts? At its core, […]
Peter O’Connor & Son’s commitment to fostering legal education reached new heights as the team recently visited De La Salle College to share insights on the legal profession. The initiative aimed to enlighten fourth, fifth, and sixth-year students about the journey to becoming a lawyer and shed light on the day-to-day operations at our esteemed […]
A Settlement is an arrangement in which property or assets are transferred (or settled) to a Trusted individual (the Trustee) for the purpose of managing and safeguarding them on behalf of another person or group of people (the Beneficiaries). This legal relationship, known as a Trust, ensures that the assets are handled in accordance with […]
Probate might sound complicated, but it’s just a part of sorting out someone’s things after they’ve passed away. It’s like making sure their belongings go where they wanted or as per the rules. If you’re unsure about probate or just curious, this guide will help you understand it better. At the end of the day, […]
When it comes to carrying out your post-death wishes and instructions, your Personal Representatives play a crucial role. Therefore, it is important to understand what the role may involve. What is a Personal Representatives A Personal Representative is the umbrella term used to refer to Executors or Administrators and these are the individuals appointed to […]
Water Park Golf Society Swings for a Cause As captain of the Water Park Golf Society for 2023/2024. I’m excited to share the incredible success of our recent Tremor Golf Outing fundraiser. We raised an impressive 1400 euros, a testament to the generosity and spirit of our golfing community. The funds were proudly presented to […]
A Personal Representative is the person, persons or entity who is legally entitled to administer (deal with the estate) of the deceased individual. Contact us to book a consultation for legal assistance on drawing up a will that works for you.
