Tax
WHAT TRUST TAX CHANGES MEAN FOR MY FAMILY TRUST
What trust tax changes mean for my family trust: 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…
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 MoreTAX RETURN FAQ
Q: Why do I need to complete a tax questionnaire every year?
A: This is basically to cover your back. It proves that we and you have all asked/answered the right questions, if anyone ever asks. Could come in handy if you are trying to prove your innocence to IRD.
BRIGHT-LINE TEST NZ: WHAT IS IT AND HOW IT WORKS TODAY
The bright-line test NZ property owners deal with has changed four times since it began in 2015. That history creates real confusion. Plenty of investors still believe they’re locked into a 5-year or 10-year rule that hasn’t applied to their sale for years. This guide sets out how the test works today, the history behind…
Read More“IRD RISK REVIEW” VS IRD “REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION”
Facing an IRD Risk Review is a scary thing. You might have read about Audits, and Risk Reviews. But what does the process (sometimes) look like?
Read MoreIS HOUSE FLIPPING STILL A THING IN NZ?
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(opens in new tab) might not actually get you the most tax-efficient outcome. Let’s get into the nuts and bolts of that. First, here is a high-level overview: Key Points (30 Second Read) The de…
Read MoreARE TAX BENEFITS A GOOD REASON TO CHANGE COMPANY SHAREHOLDINGS?
Previously you both earned about the same, but now there is a child in the mix, and one of you is working less as a result, and earning less as a result.
Read MoreRING FENCING OF PROPERTY LOSSES
Ring fencing of property losses is here to stay. What will be the impact, and what strategies should you employ? How will it affect you? Will you still get a tax refund?
Read MoreWHAT 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 tax-deductible expense doesn’t equate…
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