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EricFA

Eric How

@EricFA

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French °µÍø½ûÇø in Ireland

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10

About me

French

Lives in Cork

Speaks French & English

Registration: 14 June 2010

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Eric How
EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
EricFA

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 ...

Eric How

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

Eric How
EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
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Do and don't in Ireland by °µÍø½ûÇø.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!

Eric How

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

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EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
wineguy

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

Eric How

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

Eric How
EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
EricFA

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 ...

Eric How

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

Eric How
EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
EricFA

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 ...

Eric How

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 €250 contribution per month - once PAYE Tax ... Read More

Eric How
EricFA replied to a thread
14 years ago
Julien

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 °µÍø½ûÇøs) friends when you're living far from home :top: Which are your 10 best tips?

Eric How

Whatever your hobby is at home, do it abroad, preferably by joining a club. Read More

Eric How
EricFA created a thread
14 years ago

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