30Mar
ARF Ireland New Website Is Now Live
ARF Ireland is now live at www.arfireland.ie. ARF Ireland is a plain‑English guide for individuals about to access their pension and considering an Approved…
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23Dec
How much can I withdraw from my ARF and how is it taxed?
How much can I withdraw from my ARF, and how is it taxed? An ARF is the term for ‘Approved Retirement Fund’. You will normally…
Read more17Nov
What happens to my ARF when I die?
What happens to your Approved Retirement Fund (ARF) when you die is one of its most significant benefits, as it allows you to pass on…
Read more29Oct
I have an ARF – how much tax do I pay on the income from it?
Once you take the tax-free lump sum from your pension, you can invest the remainder of your pension (typically 75% of your pension) into an…
Read more13Oct
What Tax do I have to pay on my Approved Retirement Fund?
In Ireland, the taxation of an Approved Retirement Fund (ARF) is a multi-layered process that primarily focuses on the income and withdrawals you take from…
Read more23Sep
What are the Advantages of an Approved Retirement Fund?
What are the Advantages of an Approved Retirement Fund? An Approved Retirement Fund (ARF) offers several key benefits, particularly when compared to a traditional annuity.…
Read more27Aug
I am 60 years of age and have a PRSA pension worth €250,000. How can I access this?
I am 60 years of age and have a PRSA pension worth €250,000. How can I access this?
Read more14Aug
Accessing Your Pension in Ireland from Age 50
Planning for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make. If you’re aged 50 or over in Ireland, you may be eligible…
Read more14Jan
Have You Got A Self-Administered ARF with Cash on Deposit?
Have You Got A Self-Administered ARF with Cash on Deposit? Most Business Owners with Self-Administered ARFs set them up originally to purchase property in their…
Read more20Oct
Can I Take A Lump Sum From My Pension Tax Free?
You can usually take up to 25% of your pension fund as a lump sum, of which the first €200,000 is tax free and value…
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