Money Makeover: €160k income, six holidays... no pension?

Regular listeners to Money Talks will know that the show has always focused on the personal side of personal finance. Now we’re really putting our money where our mouth is with our new Money Makeover series. ­ Financial expert Cian Carolan joins Katie Byrne to apply the actionable advice from Mon…

‘We've one shot to get it right’ – Eoin McGee unpacks Simon Harris’s new investment scheme

In any given year, the prelude to the budget is dominated by familiar talking points: VAT rates, cigarettes and childcare. But conversations around Budget 2027 are bucking the trend, somewhat, as anticipation builds around a new scheme for Irish investors. So will it be the gamechanger that Simon…

Anne Sheeran on choosing a four-day week over luxury holidays

‘Work/life balance’ is a phrase that gets thrown about a lot – but what does it really mean? And how far would you be willing to go to achieve that balance in reality? ­ In this episode of Money Talks, Katie Byrne is joined by Anne Sheeran, a ‘de-influencer’ who put her money where her mouth is b…

The seven phone calls that could save you thousands

Do you ever wonder how much money you could save on your regular bills if you just invested a little time? The small incremental wins that mightn't seem like a lot, but really add up? You might be surprised by how much you could save by picking up the phone. It's basically the modern-day version o…

Destination anywhere – Pól Ó Conghaile on making the most of your holiday budget

In previous years, by the time we reached this point in the summer season, you'd probably have been jetting off on a holiday booked many months ago. But recent surveys suggest that 2026 holidaymakers are holding out for a bargain.  Regardless of which school you fall into, Irish Independent travel…

Could shifting your money mindset unlock your earning power?

Throughout our lives there’s one relationship that we invariably come back to time and again. It impacts our family life, our professional life and, very often, our romantic outlook. Whatever angle you look at it from, how you feel about money could be one of the most defining relationships of …

Robert Whelan on how to build your first €10k

For many people, hearing about investment portfolios or wealth generators can seem all too hypothetical.  It’d be a nice thing to have if I had the funds to do it.  On this episode of Money Talks, Katie Byrne is joined again by Robert Whelan, managing director of Rockwell Financial, to shar…

How a mid-year financial reset could save you thousands

You may not realise it, but this is the week when we officially pass the halfway point of the year. While your New Year's Eve resolutions might be a distant memory, it’s not too late to get things back on track with a mid-year financial reset. Katie Byrne is joined by Michael Houghton, host of The …

€100, €200 or nothing at all – what wedding guests are gifting in 2026

We’re entering that time of year where many people are likely to have a wedding (or two) on the horizon. Whether you’re one half of the happy couple, planning a speech for the reception or just dusting off your dancing shoes as a guest, it's good to understand the costs involved. ­ To discuss the…

How even savvy spenders lose money on cars

Whatever your preferences, and whether you like it or not, what you drive tells the world about who you are. ­ Maybe you value speed over comfort or require an SUV the size of a small school bus… Well, regardless of your needs, chances are you’ve made a few mistakes when purchasing your car. ­ …