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Auto Enrolment Donegal
The advent of the Auto Enrolment (AE) Retirement Savings System is significant and welcome developments in the pensions landscape for very many years.

Pension Options When Leaving Employment
If you’re reading this, like many people in Donegal you’re probably thinking about how your pension plan works if you leave your current employment or maybe you have left already and want to understand the options available to you.

7 Financial Tips for New Parents
If you’re about to start a family, congrats! It’s a wonderful and exciting time. That said, it does mean adjusting to a whole new lifestyle. So, doing some financial planning now can help you stay in control of your money during this transition.

A Guide to State Pensions Donegal
A state pension will provide you with a basic level of retirement income, provided you qualify. For example, the full state pension (contributory) is €13,172 per year (or €253.30 per week). The state pension increases by €10 per week for those over age 80. (Correct as of Jan 2022)

Written by Pascal Curran
Pascal Curran is a seasoned Financial Advisor (QFA) at AdviceFirst, boasting over 30+ years of invaluable experience in the financial services sector.
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