The Pat Kenny Show Ask The Expert: Make the most of your tax returns?
Dec 1, 2025
Mairéad O'Driscoll, known as The Tax Nerd, is a savvy tax advisor specializing in Irish tax. In this insightful conversation, she shares tips on maximizing tax returns before year-end. Discover how to claim medical expense relief, navigate online filing, and understand rent tax credit eligibility. Mairéad also discusses the benefits of joint tax assessment for married couples and explains deductions for work-related expenses. Learn how to effectively use tax credits to reduce deductions throughout the year.
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Claim Medical Expenses Back
- Keep receipts for medical and related costs because many qualify for tax relief beyond GP visits.
- Claim at 20% as a cash refund and you can back-claim up to four years.
Use ROS MyAccount To File Claims
- Use ROS MyAccount to claim PAYE credits and reliefs because much information is pre-populated.
- Enter extra amounts under section four and file to get refunds owed to you.
Large Unclaimed Refunds Exist
- Revenue wants eligible taxpayers to claim and holds large unclaimed refunds.
- Filing is the only way to recover that money.