Auto-Enrolment: A Step Forward, But Not a One-Size-Fits-All Solution A recent Standard Life report (Standard Life Bringing Retirement into Focus Report 2024 ) highlights the complexities surrounding Ireland’s auto-enrolment pension system, due to launch in January 2026. "Will Auto-Enrolment Benefit Me? " The scheme, branded as ‘My Future Fund’, is expected to extend pension [...]
Going through a divorce or separation can be an emotionally and financially challenging time. It's important to remember that pensions are a significant part of your financial future and must not be overlooked. In many cases, pensions are among the largest assets to consider during the division of property. Seeking legal and financial advice [...]
We've had lots to celebrate lately at the office! Our lovely administrator Eva Crowley took a well-deserved break with her young family—her twins just graduated from pre-school and are getting ready for the adventure of ‘big school’! They headed off to Disneyland Paris for a few magical days full of fun and laughter. A [...]
Teacher Pensions - Pre 1995 This video covers those of you who joined the pension scheme before the 5th of April, 1995. And if you join service before that date, then you're on what's known as the D rate of PRSI. And what this means for you is that you have no automatic entitlement [...]
MadeSimple Teacher Pensions After 1995-Pre-2004 Have you joined the public service after the 5th of April, 1995, but before the 1st of April, 2004? Well, if so, this video gives you some information on your pension scheme and how it's calculated. So under this pension, generally your normal retirement age is 60 and you [...]
Teacher Pensions Explained - After 2004 - Pre 2012 Are you a public sector worker who joined service after the 1st of April, 2004, but before the 31st December, 2012? If you did, you are what's known as a new entrant for pension scheme purposes, and when you get to retirement, you'll be entitled [...]
