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Irish investing education, explained simply. Helping people feeling behind on a good salary learn the skill of investing—step by step (no jargon, no overwhelm). QFA | Bestselling author | 3× award winner.

11 Followers  |  3 Following  |  158 Posts  |  Joined: 06.12.2024  |  1.3891

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You don’t need confidence to start investing.
You need clarity.
Confidence comes after.

19.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Ireland doesn’t have a “people are bad with money” problem.
We have a “nobody explained this properly” problem.

16.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

If investing feels “too risky”, ask yourself this instead:
Do I actually fear risk…
or do I fear not understanding what’s happening?

13.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Most people in Ireland don’t avoid investing because it’s risky.
They avoid it because they don’t understand how it’s taxed.
That’s not fear. That’s missing information.

10.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Investing in Ireland: The Complete Beginner’s Guide (2026) | Mrs Smart Money Want to start investing in Ireland? Get Ireland’s best investing guide—practical steps, Irish-specific stock market insights, and expert help. Start your journey with Mrs Smart Money.

The goal isn’t to beat the market.

It’s to sleep better at night knowing you’re on the right track.

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07.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Feeling Behind on a Good Salary? Feeling Behind on a Good Salary?

If you’ve ever thought

“I earn well, so why don’t I feel secure?”

You’re not alone.

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04.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Learn to Invest in Ireland | Mrs Smart Money Award-winning Irish investing education and courses from Kel Galavan. Learn to invest in Ireland with confidence—no sales, just trusted guidance.

You don’t need to be brave to invest.

You need clarity.

That’s the difference.

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01.02.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Feeling Behind on a Good Salary? Feeling Behind on a Good Salary?

Most Irish people don’t avoid investing because they’re “bad with money.”

They avoid it because nobody ever explained it properly.

This webinar changes that - vist.ly/4pjwr

29.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Most people don’t need “hot tips”.

They need:
– clarity
– structure
– confidence
– and someone to explain things in plain English

That’s the work I do, and I never take it lightly.

If you’re curious, you’ll find more on my site vist.ly/4p5z4

26.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Investing doesn’t have to feel risky, loud, or stressful.

Calm investing looks like:
– knowing what you own
– understanding the tax
– having a plan you can live with

Calm beats clever every time.

This is how I teach investing.

23.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

If you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s (or beyond) and only thinking about investing now; you are not late.

You’re early from the point you understand your options.

The only mistake is assuming it’s “too late” to learn.

20.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

A lot of people think investing is about picking the “right” thing.

In reality, it’s about trusting yourself enough to make decisions; and stick with them when markets wobble.

Skill matters. But self-trust matters more.

This is what most investing advice skips.

17.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

You don’t need to invest perfectly.

You need a 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 you understand and trust.

Small amounts.

Regular cadence.

Long-term view.

That’s how wealth is built quietly, not dramatically.

14.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

One of the biggest blockers for people in Ireland isn’t lack of money; it’s uncertainty.

Tax rules feel confusing. Options feel unclear.
Platforms feel intimidating.

That’s not a personal failure. It’s a system that was never explained properly.

This is exactly where learning changes everything.

11.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

You don’t need to feel “ready” to invest.

Most confident investors didn’t start confident; they started curious.

Confidence comes 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 you begin learning, not before.

If you’re waiting to feel fearless, you’ll be waiting a long time. Start anyway.

08.01.2026 08:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Feeling honoured to win Business of the Year and Overall Founder of the Year 🥂 Huge thanks to my incredible team, this inspiring network and my amazing family. Grateful for the support, belief and big dreams ahead ✨ Here’s to building even brighter things together 💛

10.11.2025 11:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Ireland has come so far; from poverty to progress.

Proud to be part of this change, and grateful to collaborate with Susan Dwyer on the Rise Up podcast.

The future’s in our hands; we just have to own it. 🥰

Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

02.10.2025 14:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The market isn’t the problem.

Panic-scrolling is. 📉📱

Breathe. Think long-term.

XOXO
Kel

🔔 Hit the follow button if you like learning without being bored to tears

#SmartInvesting #MoneyMindset #FinancialClarity #WealthBuilding #InvestingForTheFuture #FinancialFreedom

22.08.2025 07:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Afraid of empty pockets? 😟

It's time to transform your relationship with money!

Dive into my latest blog that reveals how to turn anxiety into empowerment.

Check it out! https://www.mrssmartmoney.com/post/afraid-of-empty-pockets-how-to-tame-your-very-irish-fear-of-losing-money

18.08.2025 11:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Manifesting is cute.
But it won’t buy the villa.
Or feed Gerald the goat. 📈🐐


XOXO
Kel

#MoneyGoals #InvestingMadeSimple #FinancialFreedom #SmartMoneyMoves #DreamBigInvestSmart #WealthBuilding #MoneyMindset #IrishFinance #RetirementPlanning #FinancialGlowUp

17.08.2025 07:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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I thought I was being smart with money- investing, saving, even crypto. But things kept going sideways.

Turns out, my money wasn’t misbehaving, it was just unsupervised.

When I started showing up for it consistently, everything changed.

How are you showing up?

12.08.2025 07:16 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Overcoming the fear of losing money as an investor is crucial for building confidence.

Read my latest blog post here: https://www.mrssmartmoney.com/post/fear-of-losing-money-as-an-irish-investor-here-s-how-to-overcome-it-and-build-your-confidence

#MoneyManagement #InvestingTips

11.08.2025 11:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Your money isn’t cursed.
It’s just unsupervised.
Time to step up and give it some direction. ✨

XOXO
Kel

#MoneyMindset #FinancialClarity #SmartInvesting #WealthBuilding #TakeControl #FinancialFreedom #InvestingMadeSimple #IrishFinance #GrowYourMoney #AdultingDoneRight

08.08.2025 07:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Are you overwhelmed by investment advice that's not tailored for Ireland?

Don't drown in irrelevant info! Check out my latest blog to pave your path to financial success in Ireland.

Read more: https://www.mrssmartmoney.com/post/drowning-in-investment-info-none-of-it-irish

#InvestinginIreland

05.08.2025 11:31 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Investing is more than just a buzzword; it’s about securing your future!

Discover how you can start today and why it matters in my latest blog post.

https://www.mrssmartmoney.com/post/beyond-the-savings-account-why-investing-is-your-irish-future-and-how-to-start-today

28.07.2025 11:31 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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3 money habits that quietly hold you back:
💸 Too much in cash while inflation eats it
⏳ Waiting to invest until you know everything
😰 Anxiety over every money decision

Spot yourself in any of these? Let’s talk.

#InvestinginIreland #MoneyMindset #FinancialFreedom

06.07.2025 07:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Putting yourself first with money isn’t selfish - it’s smart.

It means you’re stronger, more secure, and leading by example. In Ireland, many of us weren’t taught this. It’s time to break the cycle.

Have you ever felt guilty for prioritising your own financial wellbeing?

05.07.2025 07:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Irish people have a superpower: saving. But saving alone won’t build wealth. 💡

Don’t let your cash just sit - save, spend mindfully, invest wisely, and review often.

Balance is the real power move.

#MoneyMindset #InvestingInIreland #BuildWealthNotBurnout

03.07.2025 15:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Is your money doing the grandad shuffle when it should be dancing? 🕺💃

Learn how the 50/30/20 Rule can bring balance to your budge - without cutting all the joy.

Small changes = big impact.

#PersonalFinance #MoneyTips #BudgetBetter

01.07.2025 07:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Relying on savings alone can hold you back from building wealth.

Learn how to diversify your investments and create a robust financial future.

Read my latest blog post: https://www.mrssmartmoney.com/post/how-to-build-a-diversified-investing-portfolio-and-stop-relying-on-just-saving

30.06.2025 11:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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