Archive for October 2026
Capital Gains Tax Before 15 December: Top 5 Points Irish Business Owners Should Know
At Lombard we believe that good timing is one of the most valuable tools in tax planning, and nowhere is that more true than with Capital Gains Tax. If you have sold or given away an asset this year, or are planning to before the end of 2026, the next few weeks matter. Whether it is shares in a comp…
Read MoreWhat Is Your Business Really Worth? The Financial Factors That Drive Value
At Lombard we believe that knowing the true value of what you own is the foundation of every good financial decision. For many business owners, the business itself is their most valuable asset, often worth more than their home. Yet when asked what it is actually worth, most can only offer a rough gu…
Read MoreBudget 2027: Top 5 Actions Irish SME Owners Should Take Now the Measures Are Known
We here at Lombard know that once the speeches are over and the headlines fade, the real work of Budget Day begins. Budget 2027 has now been delivered, and months of speculation have been replaced by actual measures that will shape the costs, tax bills and opportunities facing Irish businesses next…
Read MoreCompany Cars and Benefit in Kind: What Irish Directors Should Consider Before Changing Vehicle
We here at Lombard know that for many Irish business owners, changing the company car is a decision made on instinct: the old car is getting tired, a new model catches the eye and the deal seems too good to miss. Yet the choice of vehicle, and how it is provided, can have a significant effect on the…
Read MoreTrade Uncertainty and Tariffs: Top 5 Financial Checks for Irish SMEs Selling Abroad
At Lombard we believe that Irish SMEs selling abroad have rarely faced a more unpredictable trading environment. Shifting tariffs, changing trade relationships and volatile currency markets can alter the profitability of an export order almost overnight. While no business can control global trade po…
Read MoreTop 5 Questions to Ask Your Accountant Before Making a Major Business Decision
We here at Lombard regularly work with business owners who are weighing up big decisions, from buying or selling a commercial premises to relocating, expanding or investing in property for the future. In almost every case, the owners who feel most confident about their choice are those who spoke to…
Read MoreEmploying Family Members: The Tax and Payroll Rules Irish Business Owners Should Know
We here at Lombard know that many Irish businesses are built on family effort. Spouses help with the books, children work in the shop during holidays and parents lend a hand when things get busy. Paying family members for this work can be perfectly legitimate and, when handled correctly, tax efficie…
Read MoreR&D Tax Credit: Why More Irish SMEs Should Check Whether They Qualify
At Lombard we believe the Research and Development tax credit is one of the most valuable reliefs available to Irish businesses, yet it remains significantly underclaimed by SMEs. Many owners assume it is reserved for pharmaceutical giants, technology multinationals or companies with laboratories fu…
Read MoreBuy, Lease or Rent: Making the Right Financial Decision on Business Assets
At Lombard we believe that every major purchase deserves careful thought, whether it is a family home, a commercial premises or the equipment that keeps a business running. For business owners, one question comes up time and again: should you buy the assets you need outright, lease them or simply re…
Read MoreTop 5 Ways Irish SMEs Can Protect Themselves Against Invoice Fraud and Payment Scams
We here at Lombard know that invoice fraud and payment scams have become one of the most serious financial threats facing Irish businesses. Fraudsters are increasingly targeting SMEs, knowing that smaller teams, busy owners and informal processes can make it easier to slip a fake invoice or altered…
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