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At Higgins and Co we believe the Research and Development tax credit is one of the most valuable reliefs available to Irish businesses, yet it remains significantly underclaimed by SMEs. Many owners assume it is reserved for pharmaceutical giants, technology multinationals or companies with laborato…

We here at Higgins and Co know that invoice fraud and payment scams have become one of the most serious financial threats facing Irish businesses. Fraudsters are increasingly targeting SMEs, knowing that smaller teams, busy owners and informal processes can make it easier to slip a fake invoice or a…

At Higgins and Co we believe that e-invoicing will be one of the biggest changes to how Irish businesses handle VAT in a generation. Driven by new EU rules and Revenue’s plans to modernise the VAT system, the way invoices are created, sent and reported is set to change fundamentally over the next fe…

We here at Higgins and Co know that Christmas is a time when many Irish employers want to thank their teams for their hard work throughout the year. The way you reward staff can make a big difference, not just to how the gesture is received but to how much it actually costs your business. Used corre…

At Higgins and Co we believe that auto-enrolment is one of the most significant changes Irish employers have faced in years. Since the My Future Fund scheme went live on 1 January 2026, employers have been required to deduct pension contributions for eligible staff, add their own contributions and s…

We here at Higgins and Co know that Pay and File is one of the most important dates in the calendar for self-employed people in Ireland. By 31 October 2026, sole traders, partners, landlords and proprietary directors must pay any balance of income tax due for 2025, pay their preliminary tax for 2026…

At Higgins and Co we believe that Budget Day should be a planning opportunity rather than a source of uncertainty. When the Minister for Finance stands up in the Dáil on 6 October, the announcements will shape the costs, cash flow and tax position of Irish businesses for the year ahead. For SME owne…

Here is the article for your accountants’ blog, written in a practical and compelling style for Irish SME business owners.
We here at Higgins and Co understand that winning new customers is often a major focus for Irish SMEs, but retaining existing customers can have an even greater impact on…

We here at Higgins and Co understand that launching a new product or service can be an exciting opportunity for an Irish SME, but turning an idea into a profitable offering requires more than enthusiasm and market demand. Before committing time, staff and money, business owners should carefully asse…

At Higgins and Co we believe that payment terms deserve just as much attention as the price, scope and duration of any new business contract. Irish SMEs can secure profitable work but still experience financial pressure if customers are given lengthy payment periods, unclear invoicing requirements o…