At John P Burke we know at some stage, most businesses need external finance to achieve their goals. Whether it is funding growth, covering seasonal gaps or investing in new equipment, borrowing can b…
At John P Burke we know at some stage, most businesses need external finance to achieve their goals. Whether it is funding growth, covering seasonal gaps or investing in new equipment, borrowing can b…
At John P Burke we know cash flow is the lifeblood of every business. Yet many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) underestimate how quickly it can become a problem. Profits may look strong on paper, …
At John P Burke we know for many business owners, creating a budget feels like an annual task driven by necessity rather than strategy. Yet a budget is far more than a spreadsheet of numbers. When app…
At John P Burke we know running a business always involves a degree of uncertainty. Market changes, sudden shifts in customer demand, rising costs or unforeseen global events can all impact your botto…
As the college year begins, FraudSMART is launching a campaign warning students to be on alert for money mule recruiters, particularly through social media advertisements. Almost €9.4 million was laundered through money mule accounts in the 12 months to June this year, according to FraudSMART, the fraud awareness initiative led by Banking & Payments Federation […]
The framing of the budget has stepped up a gear in recent days. The message is already clear that this is going to be a very different set of figures to those of recent years. It will instead be more akin to the conservative offerings unveiled in the period from 2016 to 2020. Prudence and […]
When Budget 2026 is announced on 7 October, it will be the first time the current government will have an opportunity to show the people where its priorities lie when money is on the line. One thing, heavily tipped to happen in this Budget is for restaurants and food-serving businesses to see their VAT rate […]
The operator of Dublin Airport has announced new security rules surrounding liquids and gels in hand luggage, due to come into effect at midnight tonight. The changes are the result of a multi-million euro upgrade of the airport’s scanning technology. Thirty new C3 scanners, which make it easier to detect what is inside passengers’ bags, […]
The Low Pay Commission is expected to recommend to the Government an increase of 5% to the National Minimum Wage. The rate is currently at €13.50 per hour. An increase of 5% would bring the rate to €14.17 per hour. The Government usually follows the Commission’s recommendations. The national minimum wage rate was last changed […]
