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01/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Maximising your pension contributions

How much can you personally contribute to your pension fund for tax relief purposes? In this article we will look at the benefits of maximising your pension contributions.

01/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Myth: I’ve left it too late to start a pension

It’s never too late to start a pension and in this article, we will look at why now is better than never to start planning for your future.

01/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Pension top ups and tax benefits explained

Did you know you can top up your pension and benefit from tax relief in the process? Planning for your future has never been more important.

Family finances

26/08/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Zurich Cost of Education 2026

Third-level education is getting more expensive and families are leaning more on their savings as costs for accommodation, fees, and living expenses keep going up. Our yearly Cost of Education study shows it’s becoming harder for parents. But with the right financial planning, you could make things a bit easier.  

18/08/2026 | Zurich Ireland | Xanthe Scheenjes

Saving for their future, protecting the plan

From schoolbags to college fees, as your children move to their next stage in life, your financial plan may need some future‑proofing too.

08/06/2026 | Zurich Ireland

How much does private secondary school cost in Ireland in 2026?

Whether your children are in primary, secondary or third level education, chances are you are counting the costs. If you have children in private school, then you have an additional expense which we will focus on in this article.

The Future Ready Podcast

While saving for education remains the number one reason why parents save, with the cost of living crisis, parents are increasingly looking to save to help their children through later life milestones like buying their first home. In our latest podcast our expert Wayne O'Neill talks us through everything you need to know about saving for your child's future, from education, home and beyond.

We are living longer lives in retirement, meaning we will need larger pension pots to meet our standard of living, as well as bit extra for the fun stuff. Everyone’s situation is different, which is why a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work. This vodcast takes a closer look at retirement planning. 

In this month’s update, Jacqueline Hogan speaks with Ian Slattery, Head of Investment Solutions at Zurich, to navigate Q2 trends, break down what’s next across markets, and what it means for investors.

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