Step-by-step guides for founders starting out in Ireland, covering company formation, structure choices, and early obligations. We help you get the foundations right from day one, so you can focus on building.

Will I Pay Less Tax If I Am A Limited Company?

Learn the potential tax advantages of operating as a Limited Company in Ireland versus a Sole Trader.

Checklist for Registering As A Sole Trader In Ireland

Find out what’s involved with setting up as a Sole Trader in Ireland.

FAQ: How to Register as Self-Employed in Ireland

We answer your questions about registering as self-employed in Ireland. Learn if becoming self-employed is for you.

How To Fund Your Business In Ireland

There are three ways to fund your business in Ireland: debt, equity, cash. But where do you start?

Xero Setup Checklist for Irish Businesses

Follow this checklist to make sure you’re setting up Xero correctly from the beginning.

How To Register A Business Name

Starting a new business? Sole Traders and Limited Companies can register a business name in Ireland. Here’s the process.

Sole Trader or Limited Company? How to Choose the Right Structure in Ireland

Learn the differences of each business structure so you can make the right decision for your business.

Setting Up A Business

Setting Up A Business, Tax & VAT

SURE Relief, R&D Tax Credits, and Director’s Duties: What Founders Don’t Know to Ask About

SURE relief and R&D tax credits are worth more than most founders realise, and directors carry personal legal duties that don’t disappear just because the paperwork is filed.

Published

September 9, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Bookkeeping & Cloud Accounting, Setting Up A Business

Why Founders Who Skip Bookkeeping Early End Up Paying for It Later

Skipping bookkeeping early doesn’t save time, it just moves the cost to later, in lost VAT, invisible cash flow risk, and reliefs you can no longer prove.

Published

September 9, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Accounting & Tax, Setting Up A Business

Paying Yourself and Claiming Expenses: Where Founders Actually Go Wrong

Most founders know the basic choice between salary and dividends, but the real cost comes from what happens before payroll is even registered, and the tax free perks like the Small Gift Exemption that go unused entirely.

Published

September 9, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

How To Start An Online Business in Ireland

What’s involved with setting up an online business in Ireland? What steps do I need to take to ensure my online business is set up correctly?

Published

July 12, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

Navigating Ireland’s 12.5% Corporation Tax Rate: A Complete Guide

Learn about Ireland’s Corporation Tax rates. Reach out for specific advice.

Published

July 9, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

How to Set Up a Limited Company in Ireland: The Complete Guide

Follow these steps to ensure your company is set up correctly from the beginning.

Published

July 2, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

Complete Company Registration In Ireland

Trust us to prepare all of the company registration paperwork from the Companies Registration Office.

Published

June 28, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

Best Business Bank Accounts For Startups In Ireland: The Complete Guide

What’s the best bank account in Ireland for your business?

Published

June 20, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

How To Start A Business While Working Full Time

Many of our clients start their own business at the same time as having a full-time job. Here’s what you need to know.

Published

June 20, 2026

Author

Kinore Team

Setting Up A Business

Best Online Accounting Software For Small Businesses In Ireland

Online accounting software will help you stay on top of your accounting. Go digital and have it stored a click away!

Published

June 18, 2026

Author

Kinore Team