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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Ireland? A Complete Breakdown for 2025

When you decide to sell your home in Ireland, the advertised sale price is only part of the story. Many homeowners are caught off guard by the various fees, taxes and expenses that come out of their final proceeds. Whether you’re selling a family home in Kildare, an investment property

Farrelly & Southern Blog Archive Rent Control Freezes Can They Solve the Housing Crisis
Farrelly & Southern Blog Archive Rent Control Freezes Can They Solve the Housing Crisis

How to Increase the Value of Your Home Before Selling: Practical Tips from Your Local Estate Agent

Planning to sell your home? Here’s the truth: you don’t need a massive budget to add value to your property. What you need is a clear strategy and an understanding of what actually matters to potential buyers in today’s market. At Farrelly Southern, we’ve walked through hundreds of homes with

Farrelly & Southern Blog Archive Rent Control Freezes Can They Solve the Housing Crisis
Farrelly & Southern Blog Archive Rent Control Freezes Can They Solve the Housing Crisis

Why Rent Control Won’t Solve the Housing Crisis in Ireland

Ireland faces an acute housing crisis. As rent continues rising and affordable housing remains scarce, politicians are turning to rent control as a quick fix. The Tenants’ Rights Bill proposes a three-year rent freeze that sounds appealing to struggling renters. However, decades of economic research and real-world evidence indicate that

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Is Now the Best Time to Sell a House? Selling in 2025

Best Time to Sell a House in Ireland: 2025 Guide from Dublin Estate Agents You’re looking at your Irish property and thinking: should I sell my house now or wait? It’s one of those questions that keeps you up at night, especially with all the mixed signals in the property

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Can You Sell a House With a Mortgage? Your Ireland Guide 2025

Updated September 2025 Here’s the thing nobody tells you when you’re staring at your mortgage statement, wondering, ‘Can You Sell a House With a Mortgage? Yes you can absolutely sell your house even if you still owe money on your existing mortgage. Most people selling their home in Ireland do

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How Much Do Real Estate Agents Charge for Rentals

Table of Contents Introduction to Rental Agent Fees Real estate agents and letting agents charge varying fees for rental services, creating confusion for many landlords across Ireland. Understanding agent fees becomes crucial when deciding whether to rent out your property through professional assistance. Estate agents charge different rates depending on

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