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Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme Extension!

As most people are now aware the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme (TWSS) has been extended by the Government. Revenue have issued some updated guidance to give some clarity on this and how the extension will work. Some of the key points to note: The TWSS has been extended to 31 August 2020 The eligibility criteria

Salary or Dividends or both?

Last week we looked at two options when taking money from your company. This was either salary or dividends and we looked at the tax consequences of both options. If you want to get the basics from last week’s blog Read here When deciding to take salaries or dividends your circumstances may not be straightforward:

Salary or Dividends from my company?

This is a question that we are often asked. This week we will return to our “You ask We answer” series of blogs. Last week we looked at how Comerford Foley could help you set-up a company. We also explored how using our services could help you. To find out more Read here This is

Why use Comerford Foley to set up your limited company

We have been running a series of blogs about trading through a company structure. We have outlined some business problems and solutions to those problems. The main solution is the flexibility that a company structure can bring to your business. Read here Last week we looked at the tax pressure of being self-employed. We highlighted

Solutions for your Business Problems

We are very aware that the biggest cause for concern for business, at the moment, is the Covid-19 crisis. There are a lot of difficulties in certain industries such as the hospitality sector. There has been some good news from the government, with a focus on industry-specific supports. They will introduce these in the coming

5 Big Problems in my business right now

Many business owners make the annual trip to their accountant with a sense of fear. You don’t know what tax bill you will face and are uncertain if you will have enough funds to pay it. Your accountant will hand you their bill at the same time. Often you don’t get your accounts and taxes

Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme – More Changes

Next week sees a number of changes to the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme (TWSS) come into effect. I attach the latest Revenue FAQ’s and Guidance for reference. The scheme is moving to what is referred to as the operational phase. Revenue will be using actual calculations from now on based on the information that they

Why it’s more important than ever to have your numbers up to date

We would always encourage our clients to have their numbers up to date. If you don’t know your numbers then you are not in control of one of the most important parts of your business. After all your business is about the numbers, the margins, profitability, gross profit, net profit and cost of sales. If