Archive for October 2026
The Close Company Surcharge: What Irish Company Owners Should Check Before Year End
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co know that many Irish company owners are surprised to discover that keeping profits inside their company can sometimes lead to an extra tax charge. The close company surcharge is one of the less familiar areas of Irish tax, yet it affects a large number of owner-mana…
Read MoreThe Business That Depends on You: The Financial Risk of Owner Reliance
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co work with many business owners who are the driving force behind everything their company achieves. Their energy, expertise and relationships built the business from the ground up. But there is a hidden risk in that success. When a business depends too heavily on one…
Read MoreRaising Investment Through EIIS: How Irish SMEs Can Attract Investors With Tax Relief
At Francis O Kennedy & Co we believe that access to funding is one of the biggest challenges facing ambitious Irish SMEs. Bank lending is not always the right fit for a growing business, and giving away equity can feel daunting. The Employment and Investment Incentive Scheme, commonly known as EIIS,…
Read MoreEnergy Upgrades and Solar Panels: The Tax Reliefs and Supports Available to Irish Businesses
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co know that energy costs have become one of the most significant overheads for many Irish businesses. Whether you run a shop, a hotel, a factory, a farm or an office, rising electricity and heating bills can quietly erode your margins. Investing in energy upgrades and…
Read MoreBorrowing for Growth: How to Tell Good Debt from Bad Debt
At Francis O Kennedy & Co we believe that debt, used wisely, can be one of the most powerful tools a growing business has. The right loan at the right time can fund new equipment, larger premises, extra stock or the people needed to take on more work. Used poorly, the same borrowing can drain cash,…
Read MoreAdopting AI in Your Business: Top 5 Financial Questions Irish SMEs Should Ask First
At Francis O Kennedy & Co we believe that artificial intelligence offers Irish SMEs a genuine opportunity to work smarter, save time and compete more effectively. From drafting documents and answering customer queries to analysing data and automating routine admin, AI tools are becoming more accessi…
Read MoreMade a Tax Mistake? How Revenue’s Disclosure Rules Can Help Reduce Penalties
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co know that even the most conscientious business owners can make mistakes with their tax affairs. A VAT rate applied incorrectly, an expense claimed in error, income left off a return or a payroll calculation that went wrong can all happen in a busy business. Discover…
Read MoreRemote and Hybrid Working: The Tax Rules Irish Employers Should Understand
At Francis O Kennedy & Co we believe that remote and hybrid working is now a permanent part of how Irish businesses operate. What began as an emergency measure has become an expected benefit for many employees, and a valuable tool for employers competing for talent. Yet working from home brings its…
Read MoreGetting Ahead of Year-End: Financial Decisions Worth Making Before December
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co know how quickly the final weeks of the year disappear. Between busy trading periods, staff holidays and the run-up to Christmas, financial planning often slips down the list until it is too late to make a difference. Yet for businesses with a December year-end, and…
Read MoreChristmas Trading: Top 5 Cash Flow Checks for Irish Retail and Hospitality Businesses
We here at Francis O Kennedy & Co know that for Irish retail and hospitality businesses, Christmas can make or break the year. December often brings the busiest weeks of trading, the highest takings and a welcome boost to confidence. Yet it can also hide cash flow problems that only surface in Janua…
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