INVESTMENT PROPERTY AND LTCs: A GOOD MATCH?

investment property and LTCs: a good match?

  Investment property and LTCs: A good match? (Or as Shakespeare might have said “To LTC or not to LTC: that is the question.”) For many years, property investors across New Zealand embraced Look-Through Companies (LTCs) as the structure of choice for holding rental properties. Accountants, lawyers, mortgage advisers, and investors often recommended LTCs because…

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POSITIVE GEARING VS NEGATIVE GEARING

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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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TAXABLE RENTAL INCOME IN NEW ZEALAND

taxable rental income in new zealand

Taxable rental income in New Zealand …many New Zealanders understand that rent from an investment property is taxable. However, far fewer realise that the rules extend well beyond traditional rental properties. You might own a rental property with long-term tenants. Alternatively, you might rent out a room in your home, host short-term guests, have a…

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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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IS HOUSE FLIPPING STILL A THING?

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Is house flipping still a thing? House flipping—the practice of purchasing properties, renovating them, and selling them quickly for profit—has long been a popular investment strategy in New Zealand. However, recent years have seen significant shifts in the landscape of property trading. Factors such as legislative changes, economic fluctuations, and evolving market dynamics have reshaped…

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