Tax
TAX 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 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 MoreNAVIGATING CRYPTO TAX IN NEW ZEALAND
Navigating Crypto Tax in New Zealand: Cryptocurrency has gone mainstream in New Zealand. Whether you’re trading Bitcoin, minting NFTs, or staking tokens, chances are you’ve wondered: Do I need to pay tax on this? The short answer is yes. The long answer? Well, let’s dive into it. This guide breaks down how crypto is taxed in…
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 MoreWHAT DOES THE 2025 INVESTMENT BOOST MEAN FOR BUSINESS?
What does the 2025 investment boost mean for business? Investors and business owners have been wondering about this since the 2025 Budget introduced one of the most substantial support measures for businesses in recent years—the “Investment Boost.” If you are an investor and/or own a business and are considering buying new assets like equipment, vehicles, or…
Read MoreWHAT TRUST TAX CHANGES MEAN FOR MY FAMILY
What trust tax changes mean for my family: Is that something you have been wondering about? Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot about rising taxes on trusts and the growing wealth gap between generations. Like many families, we’ve worked hard to build up some assets — a home, maybe a rental or two, a business…
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 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…
Read MoreOVERSEAS SHARES: SHOULD YOU BE A DE MINIMIS INVESTOR?
Overseas shares: Should you be a de minimis investor? It’s a good question. Learn why staying under the “de minimis” threshold might not actually get you the most tax-efficient outcome. To introduce this, firstly let’s point out the obvious: Investing globally offers New Zealand investors the opportunity to diversify their portfolios and tap into international…
Read MoreWHAT DOES TAX-DEDUCTIBLE MEAN?
What Does Tax-Deductible Mean? What does tax-deductible mean? Why does it matter? Understanding tax deductions is essential for effective financial management, especially for property owners and investors. A tax deduction allows you to subtract certain expenses from your taxable income, thereby reducing the amount of tax you owe. But: It’s important to note that a…
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