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With all the current global economic uncertainty the value of gold has reached a new high of $1,800 per ounce. Major economic structures have been shaken and continue to be, with speculation of a ‘double dip’ international recession. The euro prospect looks vulnerable, America’s sovereign rating has been downgraded, the dollar taking a hammering and other major currencies under pressure has led many investors to put substantial parts of their investments into gold, hence driving the price to record levels.

Can I claim tax relief on my life insurance costs?

Businesses in Ireland paid their bills two days slower on average during the first six months of the year when compared with the same period last year, according to the latest insight from Experian, the global information services company. Experian analysis also reveals that businesses in Westmeath were fifth quickest to pay bills during the first half of 2011.

A free seminar on the gold market will be held in Ballybane Enterprise Centre on Wednesday July 20. Presented by Greg Heaslip of Solid Gold Financial, this seminar will be of interest to existing and potential investors in the gold market. Commencing at 6.30pm the seminar will offer an introduction to the gold market and provide an overview of the relationship of gold to the world financial system.

When you move from one job to another, what becomes of your pension benefit? Have you left pension benefits behind you when you left or changed employment?

Married and engaged couples are being reminded to make sure that their engagement rings are adequately insured under their home contents policies.

Last week, I discussed the process involved in securing judgement before the Courts in respect of debt collection matters. This judgement may then be enforced against the individual who owes the money (the debtor). If the debtor still refuses to pay a number of options are available to the individual who is owed the money (the creditor). Such options include the following:

Financial advisor Helena Hennelly is the guest speaker at the CIPD Western Region’s annual general meeting and the networking evening

Significant cost savings are emerging for insurance providers in respect of personal injury claims and these savings should translate to lower insurance premiums for consumers and businesses, according to Injuries Board CEO, Patricia Byron.

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation said government can afford to pay the cost of teachers’ pensions. The union criticised what it called plans by government to walk away from any responsibility for pensions.