Eric How
@EricFA
French expat in Ireland
Forum posts
10
About me
French
Lives in Cork
Speaks French & English
Registration: 14 June 2010
Activity
Getting the most out of working in Ireland by EricFA
Whether you are employed or self-employed getting the most out of working in Ireland can be tricky. For example a 20 year old can claim tax relief on up to 15% of their earnings for pension contributions compared to 40% if you are 60 and ...
Income Protection for Self Employed People - what income will you have to live on if you are unable to work when you are sick? Self Employed people can claim Tax Relief on Premiums paid toward Income Protection Policies. This is vital as self ... Read More
Do and don't in Ireland by expat.com
Are you living in Ireland? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Ireland? Could you please share with us a list of the do's and don't's in Ireland? Thanks!
If you're not sure what to order in the pub, have a look at what everyone else is drinking. This is especially true if you are trying to decide what pint of stout to drink(Guinness, Murphy's or Beamish). Usually whichever beer tap is used the most ... Read More
Doneraile - Cork County by wineguy
I'm looking into an offer to house sit in Doneraile - Cork County. Can anyone give me a little insight? I golf and flyfish. Thanks
Hi Wineguy, Doneraile is near to Mallow town and approximately 1 hour drive from Cork city. Do you have a car? If so you have easy access to both Cork and Kerry where there are a plethora of fishing areas and golf clubs. The Old Head of Kinsale ... Read More
Getting the most out of working in Ireland by EricFA
Whether you are employed or self-employed getting the most out of working in Ireland can be tricky. For example a 20 year old can claim tax relief on up to 15% of their earnings for pension contributions compared to 40% if you are 60 and ...
Yes, there is a cap (limit), on the amount of contributions you can make! The maximum allowable (to claim tax relief) depends on your income and your age. However, the limits are quite generous. At worst, you can claim tax relief on ... Read More
Getting the most out of working in Ireland by EricFA
Whether you are employed or self-employed getting the most out of working in Ireland can be tricky. For example a 20 year old can claim tax relief on up to 15% of their earnings for pension contributions compared to 40% if you are 60 and ...
Just to clarify regarding tax relief available on Pension Contributions: Tax relief is on PAYE (Income Tax), and in many instances on PRSI also. So if you pay tax at the higher rate (41%) and you make a 聙250 contribution per month - once PAYE Tax ... Read More
Your 10 best tips to make friends when you're abroad by Julien
We've been talking about loneliness when you're abroad, let's now talk about how to make (local and other expats) friends when you're living far from home :top: Which are your 10 best tips?
Whatever your hobby is at home, do it abroad, preferably by joining a club. Read More
Getting the most out of working in Ireland
Whether you are employed or self-employed getting the most out of working in Ireland can be tricky. For example a 20 year old can claim tax relief on up to 15% of their earnings for pension contributions compared to 40% if you are 60 and ... Read More