REPAIRS TO NEWLY ACQUIRED ASSETS: WHAT’S TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

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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”…

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IS HOUSE FLIPPING STILL A THING?

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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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OVERSEAS 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…

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WHAT 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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NZ 2024 TAX CHANGES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

NZ 2024 Tax Changes: What You Need To Know NZ 2024 tax changes: what you need to know. As New Zealand gets into the new financial year (which started on April 1, 2024) significant tax changes took effect/are set to take effect. These updates will impact individuals, trusts, and property owners, reflecting the government’s aim…

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GST APP TAX REGULATIONS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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GST app tax regulations: What you need to know! Commencing April 1, 2024, platforms offering ride-sharing, food delivery, and short-term accommodation services – “listed services” as per the legislation – will be mandated by law to levy GST on these services. These are platforms such as Airbnb, VRBO, Expedia, Uber and so on. This obligation…

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TAX ON AIRBNB INCOME NZ

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TAX ON AIRBNB INCOME NZ: Is my Airbnb income taxable? Is there tax on airbnb income in NZ? Yes. Income earned from providing short-stay accommodation is taxable

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