Financial News & Blog
Financial News & Blog by Gwen Clarke Financial Services based in Naas in Kildare.
Find a wealth of information on a wide range of financial topics. Our goal is to provide you with relevant and timely information on a wide range of financial topics, including your Financial Planning, Pensions, Savings & Investments, Mortgages, Life Protection, taxes and so much more.
Buying Your Second Home in Ireland. What Changes Financially?
Buying a second home in Ireland, in Kildare or anywhere else, is rarely a simple repeat of your first purchase. Whether you are trading up, buying a holiday place or keeping your current house as a rental or investment opportunity, the financial picture shifts in ways that catch many buyers totally off guard.
Pension Review Checklist for Mid Career Professionals
Not sure if your pension is actually on track? Our new pension review checklist walks through the key things worth checking in your forties and fifties, from old workplace pensions to how MyFutureFund affects you. Naas and Kildare’s trusted CFP, Gwen Clarke, is here to help if you’d like a proper review.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage Rate Ireland First Time Buyer Guide
One of the first financial decisions you will face when applying for a mortgage in Ireland is choosing between a fixed rate and a variable rate.
Help to Buy and First Home Scheme Guide
If you are a first time buyer in Naas or anywhere in County Kildare, 2026 presents a real window of opportunity. This guide lays out everything you need to know in plain terms, with up to date figures for Kildare as it is our local area, with the office in Naas.
The Ultimate Mortgage Switcher Guide
Clear mortgage switcher guide for Irish homeowners. See savings examples, costs & cashback. Follow a 4 step plan to switch with less hassle.
Is Your Income Protected?
How Income Protection Works Have you ever wondered what would happen if you became ill and couldn't work? Who would pay your bills? Income protection can help if you ever find yourself in that situation What is Income Protection? Income Protection pays you a regular...
Understanding Self-build Mortgages
The process with a self build mortgage is slow from the first plans that you put in place to requesting the final valuation but is very rewarding when all the pieces come together. Having an understanding of the mortgage and build process can be helpful and prepare...
5 Tips on How To Have More Money
It’s the end of January (finally) and you may have set some resolutions or goals. How are they going?
Getting Mortgage Ready – 4 Tips For Buying A New Home
When thinking of applying for a mortgage keep the following four elements in mind:
List of Mortgage Providers in Kildare & Ireland
This list of Mortgage Providers is quite long, but here are the main ones. They all vary in their offerings, terms, and conditions. However, we are happy to discuss the best options for you. Find a wealth of information on a wide range of financial topics. Our goal is...
List of Pension Providers Kildare & Ireland
This is a List of Pension Providers in Kildare or the main ones. We offer independent advice on the best pensions providers for you. Contact Us About...
Getting Ready For Retirement
The following checklist will help you get ready to enjoy your retirement.