Posts Tagged ‘investing’
NEW BUILD VS EXISTING PROPERTY VS LAND & BUILD
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…
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…
Read MoreTHE NUMBER 1 MOST EFFECTIVE TACTIC FOR SAVING MONEY
The number 1 most effective tactic for saving money. What is it? Hmm. You likely didn’t roll out of bed and start thinking about that today! But, have you ever felt like you *should* be able to save more (especially when you look at how much you earn) but somehow, you don’t? And when you…
Read MoreINVESTING: DON’T PUT ALL YOUR EGGS IN ONE BASKET
Investing: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket, they say. Why? Well, when it comes to securing your financial future, it’s crucial to diversify your investments. Let’s explore why diversification is the name of the game and how it can help you achieve your long-term goals. The Rental Property Conundrum: More Than Meets the…
Read MoreNEW BUILD VS OLD VS LAND/BUILD
The builder probably said it’d be 6 months, but that didn’t include getting consent from Council. Then there were weather problems, and other problems, and so it has actually taken a year to build.
Read MoreRING-FENCING RENTAL PROPERTY LOSSES: PART 2
There are various rules (outlined above) which limit what you can claim from these kind of assets, and you have to be careful if you think your gross annual income will be more than 60k (GST registration)…
Read MoreTO LTC OR NOT TO LTC: THAT IS THE QUESTION!
To LTC or not to LTC: that is the question. What do we mean? Watch this interview with Garreth Collard, Principal of EpsomTax.com Limited, Investment Accountants, Auckland, and learn more about: What is an LTC? (see also this article) Is it the same as an LAQC? Who would benefit from setting up an LTC? Should…
Read MoreGOVERNMENT DIRECTION RE RENTAL HOME LOSSES
Government direction re rental home loss: What is it? What will they do? Will losses be ring-fenced or not? There are certainly differing views out there. One thing is for sure: there’s nothing like rumour. Interest.co.nz lead the charge on the 8th of June 2013 with this headline: Who owns all the homes? MPs…
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