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Articles and interesting reads to help you in your business.
Be canny with cash flow
Take a moment to step out of the Christmas rush and do a quick sanity check with your cash flow plan. It can be easy to forget the tax due in January, along with recurring expenses and seasonal spending.
Writing a business plan? Read our guide
A business without a plan is like a ship without a rudder. Read our guide to writing a business plan and find out the major benefits of having a detailed roadmap to follow.
#tax #accounting #businesstips #businessplan #planning #strategy
What will a National-led government mean for your taxes?
What are National’s proposed tax changes? Shifted income tax brackets, restored interest deductibility, a two-year bright line test and FamilyBoost.
The ‘No frills’ 2023 budget – What does it mean for you?
What’s in this Budget for the Kiwi business owner? From trust taxes to apprenticeships, to avoiding a recession, we look at the items most likely to impact you.
Minimum wage – issues for farming businesses
All New Zealand employers should understand their obligations under the Minimum Wage Act. Farming businesses can face questions that may not arise for other employers.
Which is more important? Cashflow or profit?
Which is more important? Cashflow or profit? We’ll explain why getting in control of your cash is vital for the stability and continued success of your business.
#businessadvice #SmallBusiness #profit #cashflow
Requesting payment of overdue accounts in an economic slowdown
In an economic downturn, cash must continue flowing through our economy. Continue enforcing your #TermsOfTrade but change your approach. Triage your customers and offer options for those impacted. Empathy and flexibility now will pay off later. #WeCanHelp
Review the year that’s been and plan for the year ahead
Conducting a past-year review with an experienced advisor will provide valuable insights for this year’s goal-setting.
What will you do differently this year to enable your business to thrive?
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Creating your initial Succession Plan
It’s never too soon to create a Succession Plan for your business! The longer you have to plan your exit strategy, the more value you can extract. Don’t leave money on the table or be forced to work longer, start planning now!
Provisional tax: What you need to know
When do you need to pay provisional tax? How is it calculated? Our introduction to provisional tax gives you all the basics.
#taxexperts #smallbusiness
Entertainment Expenses – Income Tax and GST
The rules and exemptions for entertainment expenses can be complex. If you’re not sure, check with us on common types of expenses and their tax treatment.
GST invoicing changes are coming!
GST changes are coming in 2023, designed to support e-invoicing and electronic record keeping. All businesses need to be aware of the changes to ensure their business processes can manage the new requirements.
How high will mortgage rates go?
Do we need to get used to 6% mortgage interest rates again? And what can you do if you’re coming off a fixed term and facing higher repayments?
Key numbers to focus on in your business now
What are the key reports to focus on in your business? We’ll show you how to track performance, take action and prepare your company for surviving the new business normal.
Can you claim clothing as a business expense?
Buying clothing for work can be expensive, whether that’s smart shirts or steel toecap boots. You only buy these clothes for your job, so it feels as though they should be business expenses, right? Not so fast…
One-off public holiday – what rules apply?
There’s a one-off public holiday on Monday – what restrictions apply and what are employees entitled to?