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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.
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