Income tax return
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Your Income Tax Return sorted, stress-free.
From €250+vat / month
Who we help?
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Anna has been amazing to deal with since my first point of contact until now submitting my first annual return. I will continue to use Anna for the foreseeable.
What is included in our service
Preparation of your income tax return
We can work with your bookkeeping – or handle it for you.
If you are facing cash flow issues, we will negotiate a payment plan with Revenue on your behalf.
We will provide smart support to help reduce your tax bill.
Online, from anywhere in the country
How much does it cost?
- Our fees start from as little as €250+vat.
- The final cost will depend on several factors, including:
- The complexity of your tax situation
- The number of income sources
- Whether you need us to handle your bookkeeping or already have it completed
You ask, we answer
What documents will you require to complete my tax return?
Common documents include:
Details of business income and expenses
Information on any other income
Supporting documents for tax credits, such as medical expenses
What expenses can I claim as a self-employed person?
You can claim any expense that is wholly and exclusively for business use.
If an expense is partly for business and personal use, you can only claim the business-related portion.
Here’s a breakdown of common allowable expenses:
Business Premises Costs:
Rent, rates, utilities (heating, lighting, power), insurance, and security.
Vehicle & Travel:
Fuel, insurance, and repairs for business vehicles. You can also claim business travel expenses (train, taxi, flights) and hotel accommodation for business trips.
Note: If you use your car for both personal and business purposes, only the business-related portion is claimable.
Professional & Financial:
Accountancy fees, legal costs, bank charges, interest on business loans, and professional indemnity insurance.
Equipment & Supplies:
Purchase of goods for resale, tools, office supplies, repairs, and maintenance.
Staff Costs:
Employee wages, subcontractor payments, recruitment fees, and employer’s PRSI.
Working from Home:
You can claim a portion of your household bills (heating, electricity, broadband) based on how much of your home is used for business.
Miscellaneous Business Expenses:
Advertising, marketing, training related to your business, website hosting, software subscriptions, and other necessary business costs.
Important: Keep all invoices, receipts, and bank statements for at least six years in case of a Revenue audit.
How can I reduce my tax bill as a self-employed person?
Here are some practical tips to help self-employed individuals reduce their tax bill:
1. Claim All Business Expenses
Ensure you’re claiming ALL eligible business-related expenses
2. Maximise Tax Credits
Ensure you’re claiming all available credits, like medical, home carer tax credits and lots more.
3. Contribute to a Pension
Pension contributions are tax-deductible, so contributing to a pension plan can reduce your taxable income while also helping you save for retirement.
4. Keep Accurate Records
Proper bookkeeping ensures you don’t miss out on any deductions and helps reduce the risk of audits.
5. Use Capital Allowances
If you purchase equipment or assets for your business, you can claim capital allowances to lower your taxable income over time.
6. Offset Losses
If your business makes a loss in a given year, you can carry this loss back to offset against profits from the previous year or forward to reduce future taxable income.
7. File Your Tax Return on Time
Filing your tax return on time is essential to avoid penalties. If you miss the deadline, you’ll face:
Interest charges: 0.0219% per day on the amount owed
Surcharges: 5-10% depending on how late the filing is
Stay on top of deadlines to avoid additional costs!
When is the deadline for filing my tax return?
If you file through Revenue Online Service (ROS), the deadline is usually around mid-November.
By that date, you must:
File your self-assessed income tax return
Pay any remaining tax for the previous year
Pay your preliminary tax for the current year
If you don’t use ROS, the deadline is 31 October.
You don’t have to wait until the deadline — you can file early, usually from January onward. Filing ahead of time helps you stay organised and avoid last-minute stress.
What Happens if I Miss the Tax Return Deadline?
If you’re late, the best thing to do is file as soon as possible to limit the penalties.
In some cases, like a serious illness or bereavement, Revenue might reduce or waive the charges –
contact them if you think you have a valid reason for the late filing.
What if I am unable to pay my tax bill?
Here’s what to do:
File your tax return on time, even if you can’t pay — this helps avoid extra penalties.
Contact Revenue to explain your situation and request a phased payment arrangement.
Speak to your accountant — they can help you negotiate terms or prepare a cash flow plan.
Delays or silence can lead to additional interest, penalties, or enforcement action, so it’s always better to be proactive.