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TAX CHANGES AFOOT
TAX CUTS Tax changes afoot! But what? Currently (in mid-2017), the tax thresholds are as follows (before the 39% rate of 2021 was introduced): As you may recall, these were to be changed. However, due to a change of government, there will be no change to these tax rates. There will no doubt be…
Read MoreUSING HELLOSIGN
USING HELLOSIGN Using Hellosign: Over the years we tried various document signing solutions. The best we have found so far is HelloSign. How do you use it? See the video below. Do you need a Dropbox account? No! Just click the link you receive in your email to sign. NEED HELP? Do you need help?…
Read MoreHOW TO EXPORT FROM .NUMBERS TO .XLS
First, open your sheet on your iPhone or iPad. Next, touch the three dots at the top right-hand corner Then, choose Send a CopyTouch Excel Lastly, email to us or share to your Google Drive or Dropbox.com, then share to office@epsomtax.com
Read MoreSHARPEN YOUR AXE!
What does this have to do with your tax? Well, we might have asked you to supply information, clarify a request etc etc. We know you’re busy! But we don’t hear from you promptly. Instead, it drags on and on. Frankly, that doesn’t help you, us, anyone! So, what we ask is this1. stop for a…
Read MoreHEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK ACT 2015 – ARE YOU READY?
Most people and business owners have no idea. Fear not! Would you like:1. It explained in plain English? Translated to your particular circumstances?2. To know how to comply with minimal time and cost commitment?3. Real life practical examples of what to do, and what not to do, and4. Tips and tricks on how to approach health…
Read MoreOVERSEAS INCOME QUESTIONNAIRE
IRD has encouraged all Tax Agents/Accountants to send this to their clients each year. ir1261.pdf Download File
Read MoreLATEST “INLAND REVENUE” PHISHING SCAM
Yes, another scam is doing the rounds. Please see the press release below or download from the link. 20160620_-_tax_agent_comms_issue_no12.pdf Download File
Read MoreRENEWING/APPLYING FOR A SPECIAL TAX CODE: WHY & HOW?
APPLYING (FOR THE 1ST TIME) If you are making a loss on your rental properties or self-employed income, and you are also paid wages or salary, then you might want to think about applying for a special tax code.# Why?Well, usually you wait until the end of the financial year, then your accountant submits a tax…
Read MoreHOW TO BE A SUPER DUPER FILER!
Q: What’s the quickest way to get your tax refunds?A: Be a super-duper filer…. but how? DO NOT PROCRASTINATE It is easy to say, “I’ll do it later.” It is better to do things as soon as possible. The moment you get your tax questionnaire, start filling it in and gathering information to send to…
Read MoreDOES MY FAMILY TRUST REALLY NEED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS?
It’s a question we get asked from time to time: “My family trust only owns the house, nothing else. I’ve never had financial statements done for it; is it really necessary?” Well, your lawyer may tell you no, we but our view is “Yes! Absolutely!” To explain why, please see this excerpt from from Family Trusts…
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