Resources
Guides
Plain-English explainers on the rules behind each calculator — sourced, dated, and kept up to date.
Ending a Tenancy in Ireland: Notice Periods Explained
How much notice a landlord or tenant must give to end a tenancy under the rules in effect since 1 March 2026, including the shorter notice periods that apply in specific circumstances.
Last updated 2026-06-17
Help to Buy and the First Home Scheme, Explained
How Ireland's two main first-time-buyer supports work, who qualifies, how much they're worth, and how they can — and can't — be combined.
Last updated 2026-06-17
Rent Increase Rules in Ireland: What Changed in 2026
How the nationwide rent control system that replaced Rent Pressure Zones works from 1 March 2026 — the 2%-or-CPI cap, the new-build exception, and when a market rent reset is allowed.
Last updated 2026-06-17
Rent Tax Credit: How It Works and How to Claim It
Who qualifies for Ireland's Rent Tax Credit, how much it's worth for single and jointly-assessed claimants, and how to actually claim it from Revenue.
Last updated 2026-06-17
Renting vs Buying in Ireland: How to Actually Compare the Cost
Why comparing rent to a mortgage payment alone is misleading, and what actually goes into a fair cost comparison between renting and buying a home in Ireland.
Last updated 2026-06-17
Stamp Duty on Irish Property: How It's Calculated
How Irish residential stamp duty works in 2026 — the rate bands, how new builds are treated differently, and how it fits into the total cash you need to buy.
Last updated 2026-06-17