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𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.

Starting an Irish company is straightforward—but getting the structure right from day one is what sets you up for long-term success.

Before incorporating, make sure you've answered these three questions:

✔ Who will be the resident director?
✔ How will the shares be allocated?
✔ Where will the company be tax-resident?

Taking the time to get these decisions right early can help you avoid unnecessary filings, tax complications, and costly changes later.

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱?
Forti can help you build the right foundation for growth.

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Thinking about moving from a Partnership to a Limited Company?

Making the switch is more than just registering a new company—it's about getting the transition right.

A well-planned move can help you avoid unnecessary tax complications, keep your records organised, and make future growth much easier.

In this carousel, we walk you through the key steps for a smooth transition—from choosing the right transfer date to keeping your business compliant.

✅ Save Time. Save Money. Stay Compliant.

Ready to make the switch? Forti is here to help.

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Selling across Europe with Amazon FBA?

One of the biggest misconceptions we see is that VAT depends on where your company is registered.

It doesn't.

📦 Your VAT obligations are often determined by where Amazon stores your inventory.

If you're planning to use Amazon Pan-EU FBA, make sure your VAT registrations are in place before your stock starts moving between countries.

Swipe through for a simple explanation of how it works.

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"I stopped trading years ago, so I assumed there was nothing left to do."

It's something we hear surprisingly often.

Months—or even years—later, directors discover outstanding CRO obligations, Revenue issues, late filing penalties, or that their company has been struck off without understanding the consequences.

Stopping a business and properly closing a company are two very different things.

If you're no longer using your Irish limited company, take a few minutes to understand your options before it becomes an expensive mistake.

👉 Read our latest guide:

https://forti.ie/stopped-trading-but-forgot-to-close-properly-the-real-cost-of-walking-away-from-an-irish-company-in-2026/

Stopped Trading? Close Your Irish Company Properly Stopped trading but never closed your Irish company? Learn the CRO and Revenue risks and how to close your business properly.

Starting a not-for-profit in Ireland?

Setting up a not-for-profit involves more than registering a company.

Choosing the right legal structure, preparing a compliant constitution, and understanding your ongoing obligations are all essential from day one.

At Forti, we support organisations with:

✔ Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) formation

✔ Registered office services

✔ Company secretarial support

✔ Annual CRO compliance

If charitable status is part of your long-term plan, it's worth building the right foundation from the beginning.

A well-structured organisation is easier to manage, easier to govern, and better prepared for future growth.

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Selling online across the EU? Your VAT obligations don't stop at Ireland's border. rce founders register for VAT here and assume that covers them – it doesn't, the moment sales cross into other EU states.

In our latest blog, we break down what actually matters for online sellers in 2026:

🛒 Why VAT treatment differs completely between your own Shopify/WooCommerce store and marketplaces like Amazon, eBay or Etsy

📊 The Irish registration thresholds (€42,500 for services, €85,000 for goods) — and the separate €10,000 EU-wide threshold that triggers OSS

📦 Why holding stock abroad (hello, Amazon FBA) can quietly create VAT and Intrastat obligations in a whole new country
⚠️ The most common — and costly — compliance mistakes we see growing sellers make

We've also included three real-world style case studies showing how the rules play out differently depending on your channel mix.
If you're scaling an ecommerce business across the EU, this is worth a read before your next growth decision, not after.

Read the full guide 👉 https://forti.ie/irish-ecommerce-vat-oss-compliance-what-online-sellers-need-to-get-right-in-2026/



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🌱 Starting a business is exciting—but staying compliant from day one is just as important.

A newly incorporated Irish company recently asked us:

"How can we keep costs down while staying fully compliant?"

Our advice is simple:

✔ Set up your accounting software before your first transaction.

✔ Keep your bookkeeping up to date every month.

✔ Stay on top of payroll, VAT, and statutory filings.

For most start-ups, outsourcing bookkeeping and compliance is more cost-effective than trying to manage everything in-house. It saves time, reduces errors, and lets founders focus on what matters most—growing the business.

The earlier you build good financial habits, the easier it becomes to scale.

Clean books from day one keep costs down at year end.

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Running a solo consulting business shouldn't mean juggling payroll, VAT, tax returns and year-end deadlines on your own.

If you're a director with a straightforward limited company, your compliance can be managed under one predictable monthly fee.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:

✔ Director Payroll
✔ VAT Returns
✔ Annual Financial Statements
✔ Corporation Tax Return (CT1)
✔ CRO Annual Return (B1)
✔ Director Personal Tax Return (Form 11)
✔ Annual Salary & Dividend Review

One tip many solo directors overlook: setting up a director payroll can help utilise your PAYE tax credit while maintaining your PRSI contribution record for future State Pension entitlement.

The right salary and dividend mix isn't something you decide once—it should be reviewed each year as your business evolves.

Simple advice. Predictable pricing. Complete compliance.

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