Property
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX IN NEW ZEALAND: WHICH RULES APPLY (AND WHEN)?
Residential property tax in New Zealand: Which rules apply (and when)? That is the big question. If you own, rent, or occasionally use a residential property in New Zealand, your deductions and potential tax on sale depend on how you use the property in each income year. That sounds simple—until you confront overlapping frameworks like…
Read MoreTAX TRAPS IN NEW ZEALAND LAND TRANSACTIONS
Tax traps in New Zealand land transactions: is that a thing? Yes. New Zealand’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has significantly sharpened its tools for detecting taxable land transactions. With the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into its systems, the IRD now has unprecedented capabilities to identify patterns, flag anomalies, and enforce tax compliance more rigorously…
Read MoreARE ASBESTOS REMOVAL COSTS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Are asbestos removal costs tax-deductible? Asbestos remains one of the most persistent legacy hazards in New Zealand buildings. While its use declined sharply after the 1980s due to clear links to serious health risks, many homes, commercial buildings, and industrial structures still contain asbestos today. As these buildings age, owners frequently incur costs to test,…
Read MoreOFFSET LTC PROFITS OR LOSSES AGAINST OTHER RENTALS
Note that you can’t offset any losses against income from other sources e.g. wages, like you used to in the good old days. That is what the concept of “ring-fencing of losses” means. The losses are “ring-fenced” so that they only apply to residential rental property.
Read MoreBEST OWNERSHIP STRUCTURES FOR INVESTMENT PROPERTY
9 times out of 10 an LTC is the best structure for owning a rental property: “You have the benefit of limited liability, a legal structure that is clearly a separate entity yet under your control, and yet it is treated at tax time like a partnership: the best of both worlds.”‘
Read MoreNOT ALL PROPERTY MANAGERS ARE CREATED EQUAL
Not all property managers are created equal! What do we mean? In the world of property investment, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the right property manager. While many companies promise to “take the stress out” of managing your rental property, the reality is that not all property managers are created…
Read MoreARE THE LOSSES FROM MY RENTAL IN NZ TAX-DEDUCTIBLE IN AUSTRALIA IF I’M WORKING THERE? PART 2
does the ATO allow losses from rental property in New Zealand owned by a New Zealand LTC to be offset against personal waged income earned in Australia?
Read MoreREPAIRS TO NEWLY ACQUIRED ASSETS: WHAT’S TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
Repairs to newly acquired assets: what’s tax deductible? When acquiring an asset – including rental property – it’s common to incur repair costs to bring it up to a usable standard. But can those costs be claimed? The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has released updated guidance on the subject, including a “Question We’ve Been Asked”…
Read MoreWHAT CAN YOU CLAIM ON YOUR INVESTMENT PROPERTY?
What can you claim on your investment property? Investing in property can be a rewarding venture, but to maximize your returns, it’s essential to understand what expenses you can claim. Knowing your deductible costs can help reduce your taxable income, ensuring you keep more of your rental earnings. Below, we provide an overview of claimable…
Read MoreIS HOUSE FLIPPING STILL A THING?
Is house flipping still a thing? House flipping—the practice of purchasing properties, renovating them, and selling them quickly for profit—has long been a popular investment strategy in New Zealand. However, recent years have seen significant shifts in the landscape of property trading. Factors such as legislative changes, economic fluctuations, and evolving market dynamics have reshaped…
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