In a new report, property website MyHome and Bank of Ireland argue that Ireland's opaque system of property bidding is responsible for the low number of homes coming to market. Photograph: Getty Images/Agency StockGet the latest business news and commentary from our expert business team in your inbox every weekday morningPoor information and murky bidding are depressing the number of homes sold in the Republic, Barry O’Halloran reports. Stena Line wants to be able to sign much longer port contracts in Dublin, the ferry company’s chief Niclas Mårtensson tells Colin Gleeson. “Therefore, I need to have a reflection in the port contract that there is a willingness to have us there for 40 years. And finally, a concerned parent asks Dominic Coyle about the tax implications of their adult child living rent-free in their second home.

Source: The Irish Times December 08, 2025 14:44 UTC