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At Horizon we believe that online platforms have opened up enormous opportunities for Irish small businesses. Selling handmade goods through online marketplaces, offering services through freelance platforms or letting property through short-term rental sites can be a great way to reach customers an…
We here at Horizon 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-managed businesses,…
At Horizon 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, offers a valua…
We here at Horizon 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 solar panels c…
At Horizon 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 accessible every month…
We here at Horizon 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. Discovering a mistake c…
At Horizon 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 own set of tax…
We here at Horizon 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 January, when tills…
At Horizon 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…
We here at Horizon 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…