HOW DOES MONEY WORK?

How does money work?

How does money work? Money affects almost every decision you make as a property investor. It influences whether you buy a rental property, invest in KiwiSaver, contribute to a managed fund, or consider emerging assets like cryptocurrency. Yet many people spend years earning money without fully understanding how it works. Understanding the answer to the…

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WHAT BUSINESS EXPENSES ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?

WHAT BUSINESS EXPENSES ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?

What business expenses can you deduct in your income tax return? It depends on your business structure, but includes things such as:ACC leviesaccounting feesbank chargescontractor costsdepreciation (wear and tear)entertainment (be careful!)home office expenseslease or rental costslegal feesmotor vehicle expenses e.g. WOF, registration, repairs, insurance, FBTpurchases (for business purposes e.g. stock, materials)travel e.g. fuel, parking, business travelstationery, printing and office costs […]

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WHO NEEDS A FINANCIAL ADVISOR?

Who needs a Financial Advisor?* Do you? Well, you might be thinking “I need a lawyer… and an accountant.  But do I need a Financial Adviser?”  Like many people (most, in fact) you probably feel that a Financial Adviser is a bit of an optional extra.  We strongly feel that this is not sound thinking.…

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