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INLAND REVENUE TAX AUDITS: WHY PROPERTY INVESTORS NEED BETTER RECORDS THAN EVER

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:49:53 +0000

Inland Revenue tax audits are increasing as IRD invests more heavily in compliance activity, data analysis, automated tools, and targeted reviews of property transactions. For New Zealand property investors, landlords, developers, and people caught by the bright-line rules, this means Inland Revenue now has a much stronger ability to detect undeclared income, GST errors, and incorrect…

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ARE REPAIRS TO MY RENTAL PROPERTY TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:49:26 +0000

Are repairs to my rental property tax deductible? It’s a question nearly every landlord asks at some point – usually right after a tenant calls about a leaking roof or a rotten deck. The honest answer has always been “it depends,” but Inland Revenue has just made it a lot clearer exactly what it depends…

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MOTOR VEHICLE FBT CHANGES

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:33:40 +0000

Motor vehicle FBT changes you say? Yes. The New Zealand Government has confirmed the most significant overhaul of the motor vehicle Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) rules in decades. From 1 April 2027, employers will no longer calculate FBT primarily by counting the days a vehicle is available for private use. Instead, they will classify vehicles…

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COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT TAX POOLING

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:07:28 +0000

Common questions about tax pooling: what do you need to know as a New Zealand business owner, property investor, or individual navigating provisional tax obligations? You may also hear it described as IRD tax pooling, provisional tax smoothing, or tax payment flexibility solutions—all referring to the same core concept: managing your tax payments more efficiently,…

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NEW BUILD VS EXISTING PROPERTY VS LAND & BUILD

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:12:42 +0000

New build vs existing property vs land & build: what is the right investment strategy? Property investment decisions rarely come down to a single “right” answer. One of the most common questions we get is whether it’s better to buy an existing property, purchase a new build, or go through the process of buying land…

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THE DANGERS OF USING AI TO DO YOUR TAX RETURN

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Fri, 29 May 2026 03:00:52 +0000

The dangers of using AI to do your tax return? What dangers? Well…. We all know that artificial intelligence has become remarkably accessible. Today, anyone can ask ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude, or another AI tool a tax question and receive an instant answer that appears authoritative and well researched. That convenience creates a real danger.…

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COMPANY VS SOLE TRADER

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Thu, 07 May 2026 02:46:37 +0000

Company vs Sole Trader: Which structure is right for your business? When you start a business in New Zealand, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right structure. The most common options are operating as a Company vs Sole Trader. At first glance, the decision might seem straightforward. But…

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COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR TAX RETURNS

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:12:39 +0000

COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR TAX RETURNS. Have you got tax return questions? Great! We try to answer them. Top questions first

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LANDLORD’S PROTECTION INSURANCE: WHAT IS IT AND DO I NEED IT?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 03:43:58 +0000

Landlord’s protection insurance: What is it and do you need it? Owning a rental property can provide a steady income stream and long-term capital growth. However, every landlord faces risks that can quickly turn a profitable investment into an expensive headache. While most property owners understand the importance of house insurance, many overlook another valuable…

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HOW A TYPICAL NZ INVESTMENT PROPERTY DEAL WORKS

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 05:56:18 +0000

How a typical NZ investment property deal works… have you ever wondered that? This is a plain‑English, step‑by‑step guide to buying and selling an investment property in New Zealand. It explains the people, the paperwork, the timing, and the terms you’ll hear—so you can feel more confident and work out whether this is something that…

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