SOUTH CONNACHT MONEY ADVICE & BUDGETING SERVICE

South Connacht Money Advice & Budgeting Service (MABS) is Ireland’s long‑standing, free‑of‑charge money‑advice organisation. With three decades of experience, MABS helps individuals and families across the South Connacht region and beyond to regain control of their finances, offering impartial guidance on budgeting, debt management and mortgage arrears. The service is delivered through a blend of online tools, a dedicated helpline and face‑to‑face appointments at any of its 58 offices nationwide.

MABS’s suite of digital resources includes the “My Budget” budgeting tool, a “Financial Healthcheck” questionnaire and the “My Full Financial Picture” overview, all designed to give users a clear snapshot of their financial situation. In addition to everyday money‑management advice, the team provides specialised support for problem debt, mortgage arrears (including the Abhaile service), and broader financial planning. Their approachable, client‑centred approach is reinforced by regular blog updates that translate complex financial topics into