In this episode, Paul sits down once again with Aidan McLoughlin, Group Managing Director of ITC, to discuss how pensions can be used far beyond traditional retirement saving, as powerful tools for long-term wealth accumulation, tax sheltering, property investment, and legacy planning.

They also dig into Malta-based retirement structures, why more Irish clients are using them, and how they can legally reduce tax and increase flexibility.

Some episode highlights:

•The overlooked tax and asset protection benefits of private pension structures

•How Irish pension rules compare to Malta’s, and why flexibility matters

•Pension borrowing, non-recourse lending, and property investing within your fund

•The mistake in pension death benefits most people don’t see coming

•Why early pension planning is now more crucial than ever

This is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, consultants, and professionals looking to preserve wealth, protect family assets, and retire on their own terms.

Join The Masterclass:

https://askaboutwealth.ie/MasteringYourFinances

Ask About Wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth:

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealthJoin the Masterclass:

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Paul talks with private equity expert Kevin MacSweeny about how entrepreneurs can release equity, unlock value, and scale their businesses. Without losing control.

Key takeaways:

• Why equity release can help founders de-risk and still double or triple their business
• The difference between working in the business vs. on the business, and why it matters
• Why minority equity stakes don’t mean minority control (if structured properly)
• How private investors access deals with real ownership and alignment, not just products
• What kind of businesses attract private equity: the numbers, the mindset, and the journey

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sole Trader vs. Partnership vs. Limited Company: Which is Best for Your Business in Ireland?

In this video, we delve into the three primary business structures in Ireland. Sole tradership, partnership, and limited companies. We explore the tax implications, risks, and wealth creation potential associated with each structure.

Learn why limited companies often offer superior tax benefits and greater asset protection. If you're deciding on the best structure for your business, this video provides essential insights to help you make an informed choice.

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Markets are down, headlines are panicking, but should you be?

In this episode, Paul explains why most investors worry at exactly the wrong time and how to stay calm, rational, and profitable when markets drop.

💡 You’ll learn:

- Why "you haven’t lost money" unless you sell

- How pensions = stock market exposure (whether you realise it or not)

- The truth about lifestyle funds and automatic sell signals

- Why capitalism is built to boom and bust

- The McIlroy mindset every long-term investor needs

If you’re invested in the stock market directly or through a pension this is essential listening.

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week on the Ask About Wealth Podcast

Not all investments are created equal, and not all of them should do the same job.

In this episode, Paul breaks down the real reason most people mess up their investment strategy, and how to avoid it with the core and satellite approach.

💡 You’ll learn:

• Why your investment objectives matter more than your attitude to risk
• How to separate financial freedom assets from surplus assets
• The mistake of drawing income from growth-focused investments
• Why the financial industry’s idea of “risk” is actually just volatility
• How to match the right asset class to the right goal, using decades of history, not guesswork

This is essential listening if you’re building, protecting, or passing on serious wealth.

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Ask About Wealth Podcast we sit down with international tax strategist Peter Ferrigno to unpack the misunderstood world of tax residency and citizenship by investment and how the right move at the right time could legally save you millions.

In this episode:

🔹 Why residency planning matters long before a liquidity event

🔹 The truth about “Golden Visas” and how they really work

🔹 How to legally reduce (or eliminate) tax on capital gains, pensions, or dividends

🔹 The biggest misconceptions about becoming tax resident abroad

🔹 How high-income earners can access EU or global residency from €250K

This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering selling a business, relocating, or building global wealth intelligently.

You can get in contact with Peter directly here: https://www.instagram.com/peter.ferrigno/

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Ask About Wealth Podcast we’re joined by property investor and educator Gavin J. Gallagher, who went from a €60M fortune to -€16M debt, and rebuilt. This is a rare look inside the mindset, mistakes, and learnings of someone who has truly been through it all.

In this episode:

🔹The mindset traps that lead investors to over-leverage and under-think

🔹The 4 key forces that impact every investor, and how to manage them

🔹When (and how) to use leverage, structure, and private capital in property

🔹Why most people get property due diligence completely wrong

Essential listening for anyone serious about building wealth through property, and keeping it.

You can learn more about Gavin's coaching business here: https://www.elitepropertyaccelerator.com/

You can follow him on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@behindthefacade

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Ask About Wealth, we delve into the much-asked question: Should you borrow to create wealth?

The straightforward answer depends on a thorough analysis of the costs involved, which are far more than just the interest rate.

The video explores various costs including APR (Annual Percentage Rate), application fees, insurance, tax implications, and the time value of money. It emphasizes the importance of understanding all these factors to ensure that the return on investment outweighs the total cost of finance.

• Should You Borrow to Create Wealth?
• Understanding the True Costs of Borrowing
• Breaking Down Additional Costs
• The Impact of Taxes and Time Value of Money
• Making Informed Decisions

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Ken O'Malley shares his journey from a long career in aviation to entrepreneurship.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• Ken's background at Shannon Aerospace

• His motivation for leaving a well-paid job to seek more control over his time.

• Early entrepreneurial steps with a crèche and a takeaway business, highlighting the importance of understanding profit and loss.

• Influences like "Rich Dad Poor Dad", which shaped his understanding of financial and decision-making differences.

• Insights from the aircraft leasing industry, which is fundamentally a financial business.

• The value of seeking expert advice, referencing his positive consultation experience.

Learn about entrepreneurial mindset, continuous improvement, the power of expertise, and the importance of financial understanding from Ken O'Malley's diverse business experience.

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Ask About Wealth Podcast we're joined by Brian Keane. Personal trainer, business coach, digital entrepreneur, bestselling author, podcast host, extreme endurance athlete, and founder of Brian Keane Fitness

From walking out of a teaching career to going broke twice to success in business, Brian shares th story behind his entrepreneurial journey.

Brian talks openly about mindset blocks, building a business from scratch, monetising a personal brand, and why most people confuse time management with energy management.

Episode Highlights:

• The mindset traps that stop people from starting

• How Brian built a business he’d never want to retire from

• The financial mistake that cost him €50k

• Going from trading time for money to scaling income online

• Why most entrepreneurs ignore planning — and why it costs them

A high-energy episode packed with practical insights for any entrepreneur, side hustler, or creator looking to build something sustainable.

You can get in touch with Brian here:

https://briankeanefitness.com/

Ask about wealth helps Ireland’s high earners preserve and grow wealth.

https://linktr.ee/askaboutwealth

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.