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pswamy3
Nov 19, 20241 min read
Understanding Work and Income Traffic Light System
The Ministry of Social Development – Te Manatū Whakahiato Ora has introduced a traffic light system to help beneficiaries understand and...


pswamy3
Jul 16, 20241 min read
Tax Changes Now in Effect
Effective from 1 July 2024, several significant changes have come into effect that may impact you or your business. Here’s a breakdown of...


Abhi Kumar
Jun 5, 20242 min read
Determining your main home for the bright-line test
If you own multiple properties that you use as residences, determining which one qualifies as your "main home" for the purpose of the...


Abhi Kumar
Jun 5, 20242 min read
Understanding the main home exclusion to the bright-line test - renting to flatmates
If you're a homeowner renting out a room to a flatmate and considering selling your property within two years of purchase, you might be...


Abhi Kumar
May 29, 20242 min read
New debt-to-income (DTI) restrictions coming in July 2024
Starting July 1, 2024, banks in New Zealand will need to comply with new debt-to-income (DTI) restrictions set by the Reserve Bank. These...


Abhi Kumar
May 24, 20243 min read
Navigating new GST rules for online marketplace services in New Zealand
Starting from 1 April 2024, if you perform or provide certain services in New Zealand using an online marketplace—like a website or...


Abhi Kumar
May 24, 20242 min read
Understanding trust and estate tax rates for 2024 and beyond
When it comes to trusts and estates, navigating tax obligations can be complex. As of April 1, 2024, there are new rules in place for...


Abhi Kumar
May 24, 20241 min read
Announcing the FamilyBoost Payment
The government has announced the introduction of the FamilyBoost payment as part of Budget 2024. This new initiative aims to help...


Abhi Kumar
May 24, 20241 min read
Update on interest deductibility for residential property in New Zealand
What’s Changing? Starting from 1 April 2024, property owners in New Zealand will be able to claim 80% of the interest incurred on loans...


Abhi Kumar
May 24, 20242 min read
Understanding the changes to the bright-line property rule from 1 July 2024
The bright-line property rule is undergoing significant changes starting 1 July 2024. If you're involved in buying or selling property,...


Mahek Kumar
Jul 21, 20232 min read
The myth of more, New Zealand's productivity challenge
New Zealand, once known for its high productivity levels, has faced a significant decline in recent decades.


Mahek Kumar
Jul 13, 20232 min read
Reserve bank halts rate hikes
In a move that has brought a collective sigh of relief, the Reserve Bank has made the decision to hit the pause button on further...


Mahek Kumar
Jul 12, 20232 min read
Weathering the storm, navigating the recessionary climate with confidence
As the New Zealand economy experiences a significant slowdown from a policy-induced recession, local businesses must adapt their strategies.


Mahek Kumar
Mar 21, 20223 min read
Tax credit for donations
In these turbulent and uncertain times, wouldn’t it be great to help yourself whilst helping others? You can do this by collecting tax...


Abhi Kumar
Feb 24, 20221 min read
New financial support for businesses affected by Omicron available
On 21 February 2022, the government introduced a new targeted Covid-19 Support Payment for businesses struggling with revenue during the...


Abhi Kumar
Feb 18, 20221 min read
Minimum wage to increase from April
The Government has announced an increase to the minimum wage from $20 per hour to $21.2 per hour on April 1st. The minimum wage will...


Abhi Kumar
Feb 18, 20222 min read
COVID-19 support for employers
The Covid-19 Leave Support Scheme and Covid-19 Short Term Absence Payment is available to employers or self-employed people to help pay...


Ben Ananth
Nov 29, 20217 min read
Bright-line test, interest deductions and how it affects you
Everything you need to know about the Bright-Line Test, Interest deductions and how it affects you. If you are planning on selling your...


PJ Kumar
Oct 4, 20212 min read
Bright-line test and interest deduction changes
Understanding changes in policies and developments of new policies and initiatives can get confusing. It can be difficult to understand...


PJ Kumar
Sep 24, 20212 min read
A collective journey to recovery
Covid-19 took the world we know by a tornado, and we are still in the process of recovery. The response to the pandemic requires...
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