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Hi, I am travelling to South Africa in a couple of weeks. Does anybody know where the cheapest place/way is to buy South African rand? Thanks a million!!

Hi, I am travelling to South Africa in a couple of weeks. Does anybody know where the cheapest place/way is to buy South African rand? Thanks

Hi, I want to set up an online internet business whereby people can advertise their services and give quotes to people. Can somebody give me some advice in regards to how to be able to do this? Do you know any resources in regards to websites, organisations who deal with helping people set...

Thanks Mercman for your reply!! I am fully aware that I know very little about property investment, hence that is the reason why I am on this forum. Is your recommendation for me not to invest in this property and why? Based on the figures from other people on this forum, they suggest...

Thanks JohnJay!! Do you know what is the tax rate on rental income...is it 20% or 41%? Thanks

Thank you all for you detailed replies!! I am seriously considering in putting in an offer....just before I do, could you tell me; What are the typical expenses in buying a house? How much are they approximately? If I was renting the house, what the typical annual expenses? How...

Hi all. I have been looking at a number of houses the last few months and I have come across a house which I am interested in from an investment potential point of view. The house is close to amenties and services and the location is very good. The house is currently on the market for...

Hi, I am considering in pursuing a career in PR. I have a background in sales for a number of years. I am thinking of doing a MA or Postgrad in PR. Would this be enough to get in to this area? I've heard employment possibilities in Ireland are few and far between. Which companies do...

I just heard about a new carbon tax they are suppose to be putting on houses relative to the amount of fuel that you use and how energy efficient your house is. Does anybody know about this? Thanks

Hi, I am in the process of doing work for a company in a sales/consultancy basis. They wish to pay me non paye and have suggested to me going the route of self employed as a sole trader or set up as a company. I would like to know which one is more advantageous in regards to tax and on a...

Hi, I am wondering if anybody knows of effective measuring equipment that would measure long lenghts and heights of wall easily 40-50m....is there a laser device? Thanks

Thanks for the reply Dr. Moriarty!! I havent tried any other channels! If you have any suggestions I would love to hear them. Thanks

Hi, In light on the current economic situation I feel inspired to set a group like this up for the benefit of business owners or self-employed people who wish to; Receive emotional support and encouragement to achieve your personal and business goals. • Acquire creative ideas for your...

Hi, I purchased a green acre site about 6 months ago and I am looking to build a house of approximately 2500 - 3000 square feet on it. I have a budget of around €100k to build on it. What options are out there in regards to building a house on it if I wanted to stay away from the traditional...

Hi, In response to these changing times, I am enquiring to see if there are any MasterMind Groups being run in Cork and if not I would be interested in collaborating with some people to set one up. A MasterMind Group is where participants get together on a regular basis to raise the bar by...

Thanks for the question askalot! I wouldn't say I am a "pollyana" however I feel a positive and optimistic way of thinking is much more empowering in creating a business that is profitable in these economic times. I feel that by focusing on the positives rather than the negatives, it is more...

Hi, I just heard that I can apply to upgrade the energy efficiency of my home with a grant from the goverment. Is anybody else thinking of doing this to their home? What are the benefits of taking advantage of the grant? What do people think of the grant scheme? Thanks

Hi, I am currently in business for myself and I am finding that all of this talk about the current recession is affecting me and the my business. In choosing to have an optimistic and positive frame of mind, I wish to explore the possible benefits of this economic climate has on a...

Hi, A friend of mine is very sick since friday and she will be that way for at less another week or more. She is on jobseekers benefit, does anybody know what her entitlements are if she is unable to collect her benefit from the local post office? Does she need to notify the social welfare and...

Hi, I am going travelling for a few months in the new year and my car will be off the road. My car tax is due for renewal in the start of february. Can someone tell what I need to do, so that I don't have to pay tax for the months I am away and the car is not on the road. Thanks