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Articles and interesting reads to help you in your business.
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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We can help. Get in touch today.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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…
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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?
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Can you claim depreciation on your building?
Which buildings can you claim depreciation on? Inland Revenue has released a fact sheet setting out more information about which buildings can claim tax advantages – which could be worth many thousands of dollars.
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Don’t burn out this winter!
Illness and labour shortages – business owners are under more pressure than ever before. If you’re feeling stressed, here are three tips to prevent burnout.
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It’s now over $11,500 a year to run your vehicle
Inland Revenue’s new rates calculate that cars cost 83 cents per kilometre to run – or over $11,500 each year. Are you running your car through your business or offering company cars as a perk for employees? Talk to us about tax.
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Weighing up a big investment in your business
It’s expensive to invest in a new website, payment platform, project management software or automation. Should you take the plunge? We can help you weigh up the costs and benefits.
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Managing farm debt
Farmer confidence is at its lowest point in 13 years. Reducing farm debt could be a winning strategy.
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What does Budget 2022 mean for you?
How will Budget 2022 impact Kiwi households, small businesses and first home buyers? We take a quick look at the highlights and what funding you might be eligible for.
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Does New Zealand really have no capital gains tax?
Should New Zealand have a capital gains tax – or does it effectively have one already? We look at what gains you’ll pay tax on, and what gains are tax-free.
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