From choosing the right structure to registering with Revenue, we help Dundalk entrepreneurs get started on the right footing.
Starting a business is one of the most exciting decisions you will ever make. It can also feel overwhelming when you are faced with registration forms, Revenue requirements, and decisions about business structure that you have never had to think about before. You need someone in your corner who has been through it hundreds of times.
We have helped hundreds of Dundalk entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground. From choosing the right structure (sole trader or limited company) to registering with Revenue and the CRO, we guide you through every step and make sure you are set up correctly from day one.
Talk to Paddy about business startups -- free initial consultation.
Paddy is an accredited advisor with the Local Enterprise Office in Louth and has deep connections across the enterprise support network. We do not just handle your accounts -- we help you access grants, review your business plan, and give you the practical advice you need to succeed.
The first big decision for any new business is structure: sole trader or limited company? A sole trader is simpler and cheaper to operate, but a limited company offers liability protection and can be more tax-efficient at higher income levels. We help you weigh up the pros and cons based on your specific circumstances, not generic advice from the internet.
Once you have chosen your structure, we handle all of the registrations. Revenue registration for income tax (or corporation tax), VAT registration if you are above the threshold or if it makes commercial sense, employer registration if you are taking on staff, and CRO registration if you are incorporating a company.
We also help with business plans and financial projections. Whether you need them for a bank loan application, a Local Enterprise Office grant, or simply for your own planning purposes, we produce clear, credible financial documents that help you make the case for your business.
The Local Enterprise Office in Louth offers feasibility grants, priming grants, and business expansion grants. Enterprise Ireland supports companies with export potential. SEAI offers grants for energy-related businesses. We help you identify which grants you qualify for and support your applications.
When I was setting up my business I had no idea where to start with Revenue, the CRO, or any of it. Paddy walked me through the whole process and made it feel straightforward.
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Common questions about business startups in Dundalk
It depends on your expected turnover, your risk profile, and your growth plans. A sole trader is simpler and cheaper to run, but a limited company offers liability protection and potential tax advantages at higher income levels. We help you choose the right structure from day one.
The Local Enterprise Office in Louth offers feasibility grants, priming grants, and business expansion grants. Enterprise Ireland supports companies with export potential. SEAI offers grants for energy-related businesses. We help you identify which grants you qualify for and support your applications.
You need to register for income tax (or corporation tax if you are a company), and depending on your business, for VAT and as an employer. We handle all Revenue registrations as part of our startup package and make sure you are set up correctly from the start.
You can claim expenses that are wholly and exclusively incurred for the purpose of your trade. This includes rent, utilities, materials, tools, vehicle costs, insurance, professional fees, and more. We make sure you claim everything you are entitled to and keep proper records.
If you are a limited company, yes. If you are a sole trader, it is not legally required but we strongly recommend it. A separate business account makes bookkeeping simpler, looks more professional, and makes life much easier at tax return time.
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