As Ireland’s recession forces most people to adjust to their changed circumstances, a growing trend in insurance fraud indicates that some are finding other ways to ‘supplement’ their lifestyles. With the country’s top bankers getting to keep their million euro bonus many may feel that they too are entitled to their piece of the action.
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Fraud in a time of Recession
First time house buyers – can you afford NOT to buy?
A study commissioned by EBS Building Society suggests that two thirds of prospective first time house buyers consider the time is right to leave the nest and buy their own home. This is despite the fact that over half of these respondents were concerned about their own job security.
House prices have fallen about 30pc since [...]
Rents rise for first time in two years
Rents have risen for the first time in two years according to a recent survey by property website, Daft.ie. The national average rent now stands at €765, although this is still some 25% below peak levels seen in early 2008. Additionally, from August 2009 to February 2010, the number of properties available for rent has [...]
Facebook Faux Pas
“What’s on my mind?” – every time I log onto Facebook, I’m asked this question. Considering the eclectic mix of family, friends and work colleagues that I’m ‘friends’ with, I’m reluctant to spill the beans. My mam doesn’t need to know about last nights shenanigans any more than my boss does. So, when it comes [...]
A stitch in time, saves Valentines
It’s that time of the year again, a time that the majority of Irish men dread…..Yes, it’s Valentines Day and it’s this Sunday!!
For many guys – myself included – this Valentines will involve a last minute drive to the local petrol station to grasp the only available card left on the shelf. Next step will [...]