The Irish recruitment scene is enjoying an upsurge in activity in recent times, as can been seen with this selection of new appointments and promotions.

The difficulties in the housing market are well documented, with rising prices and a limited number of properties on sale.

As many as 2,000 mortgage holders may switch lender in the first six months of the year as brokers experience a surge in consumers looking to avail of cheaper rates.

Time spent reducing your debts, bills and tax will be the most profitable time you spend this year, writes John Hearne.