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5 Financial Tips For Parents of Superheroes

5 Financial Tips For Parents of Superheroes

My four-year-old’s favourite superhero ranges between Black Panther, Ironman and all six dogs in Paw Patrol. Being a parent can be tough financially as we try to strike balance between enjoying the moment and planning for the future. Here are a few pointers which may help the journey. Drop us a line if we can […]

5 Financial Lessons from Father Ted

5 Financial Lessons from Father Ted

As Fr Fintan Stack once said “I’ve had my fun and that’s all that matters”.  I have to admit combining Father Ted and personal finance was a lifelong ambition.  We take a look at some memorable Father Ted moments and their relevance to your back pocket!   Drop us a line if we can help!

Five Tips For Protecting Your Finances from The Inflation Monster

Five Tips For Protecting Your Finances from The Inflation Monster

INFLATION IS SO HOT RIGHT NOW! My colleagues Aonghus & Jai have put together this fantastic piece with a few practical tips on dealing with inflation. Some are obvious, some not. Drop us a line if we can help!

Women & Money- The Four Faces of the Female Approach to Finance

Women & Money- The Four Faces of the Female Approach to Finance

We are so proud to present this really informative visual piece expertly put together by my colleagues Lizanne & Dee.  They have brilliantly identified four different types of women, their needs and financial solutions.                                 Drop us a line if […]

Dragons’ Den – The 3 non-negotiable financial choices for business owners

Dragons’ Den – The 3 non-negotiable financial choices for business owners

Business owners, sole traders and company directors often don’t have the trappings that an employment contract with a large company or PLC have as standard. There are 3 essential elements that all business owners should have in order to protect their families and plan for their future. We call it the Business Owners Toolkit.   […]

Life Wisdom from Investment All-Stars

Life Wisdom from Investment All-Stars

The skill of investing is how we handle the ebb and flow of human emotions.  Being a good investor is applying wisdom from other aspects of your life.  The best investors in the world have rules and tips from investment that they apply throughout their lives.                   […]

What is a Financial Plan? And when is it for me?

What is a Financial Plan? And when is it for me?

Ok you’ve seen folks like us wax lyrical about having a Financial Plan.  Oh great the turkeys are voting for Christmas again… Anyway, what is a Financial Plan? and when is it right for you and your family?  This post hopes to shed light on all of this…               […]

SparksWelf- Our 8 Best Tips of the Year!

SparksWelf- Our 8 Best Tips of the Year!

We’ve been lucky to help some great people this year. Some themes and tips consistently pop up again and again.  We have a selection box of financial tips for you to finish the year.       Merry Christmas!   Drop us a line if we can help!        

Reeling in the Years 2001- Inflation Edition

Reeling in the Years 2001- Inflation Edition

Inflation is so hot right now!  Inflation has crept back into the headlines this year after being largely non-existent for the past 10 years.  This is a normal part of an economic cycle and nothing to be fearful of despite media reports.   Let’s see how things have changed since 2001.   Drop us a […]

Pensions Are Forever- 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Pensions

Pensions Are Forever- 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Pensions

There is only one thing sexier than Pensions and that is James Bond.  So in an unprecedented industry move, we are tricking you into learning a few things about pensions under the sexed up glamour of a James Bond theme. Now pay attention 007!