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AUSTRALIAN BUYING RENTAL PROPERTY IN NZ? TAX EXPLAINED

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:57:04 +0000

Australian buying rental property in NZ? Tax explained; in particular we cover your New Zealand tax obligations. Australian interest in New Zealand property has spiked sharply. Australia scrapped its capital gains discount for established properties in May, and that’s driven much of it. Searches from Australia-based buyers on NZ property listings sites jumped over 160%…

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ARE THE LOSSES FROM MY RENTAL IN NZ TAX-DEDUCTIBLE IN THE UK (IF I’M WORKING THERE)?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:05:31 +0000

ARE LOSSES FROM MY RENTAL IN NZ TAX-DEDUCTIBLE IN UK? ...you have a rental property here in NZ, and it is making a loss; can you claim it in your UK tax return?

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NZ TRUST TAX ISSUES WHEN MOVING TO AUSTRALIA

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:35:40 +0000

NZ Trust tax issues when moving to Australia. Is that “a thing”? Ooooh yes. Let’s explore: New Zealand trusts are often treated as simple, stable structures. That sense of stability can quickly unravel when trustees or beneficiaries move offshore—particularly to Australia. Every year, thousands of New Zealanders relocate across the Tasman for lifestyle, family, or…

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NZ TAX RESIDENT WITH OVERSEAS INVESTMENT PROPERTY. DO I HAVE TO PAY NRWT? OR AIL?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 22:52:15 +0000

NZ tax resident overseas rental property NRWT. Was that what you were looking for? Well, you’ve come to the right page. If you are wondering “I’m a NZ tax resident with overseas investment property. Do I have to pay NRWT? Or AIL?” we can help. Updated 15 September 2026: This article was first published in…

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POSITIVE GEARING VS NEGATIVE GEARING

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:39:46 +0000

Investing in property can be a lucrative venture, but it's essential to understand the financial strategies involved. Two terms that frequently arise in property investment discussions are positive gearing and negative gearing. In New Zealand, these concepts play a significant role in how investors manage their real estate portfolios.

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ARE RENTAL LOSSES NZ TAX-DEDUCTIBLE IN AUSTRALIA?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 03:15:31 +0000

does the ATO allow losses from rental property in New Zealand owned by a New Zealand LTC to be offset against personal waged income earned in Australia?

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OVERSEAS SHARES: SHOULD YOU BE A DE MINIMIS INVESTOR?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 03:58:15 +0000

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…

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INVESTING IN NEW ZEALAND PROPERTY

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 01:29:33 +0000

Investing in New Zealand property: New Zealand has long been a hotspot for property investment, attracting both local and international investors. With its stable political environment, transparent legal system, and strong property rights, the country offers a relatively secure environment for real estate ventures. However, like any investment, property in New Zealand comes with its…

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OVERSEAS PENSION NZ TAX RULES: HOW DO I GET THE MONEY BACK TO NEW ZEALAND?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 04:09:33 +0000

Basically, Foreign Investment Fund (FIF) rules are there to declare your foreign investments, as the name suggests. If you haven't been using these up until now, the proposed new rules will effectively be compulsory.

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WHAT IS FATCA? AND WHY IS MY BANK WRITING TO ME ABOUT IT?

Garreth Collard, Senior Property Accountant — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:10:06 +0000

FATCA NZ bank customers get letters about every year, and most people have no idea why. That’s especially true if they’ve never set foot in the United States. This guide explains what FATCA actually is, and why your bank is asking. It also covers a closely related rule that catches even more people out: CRS,…

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