RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES LAW CHANGES EFFECT ON LANDLORDS

Residential Tenancies Law Changes: Effect on Landlords.  Have you been wondering about this? Here is a recap of what happened in 2020; scroll down for the latest version of the ever-changing tenancy laws   The Residential Tenancies laws have changed. What effect does the “Healthy Homes Act” have on landlords? The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act…

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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX IN NEW ZEALAND: WHICH RULES APPLY (AND WHEN)?

Residential Property Tax in New Zealand: Which Rules Apply (and When)?

Residential property tax in New Zealand: Which rules apply (and when)? That is the big question. If you own, rent, or occasionally use a residential property in New Zealand, your deductions and potential tax on sale depend on how you use the property in each income year. That sounds simple—until you confront overlapping frameworks like…

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WHAT TRUST TAX CHANGES MEAN FOR MY FAMILY

What trust tax changes mean for my family: Is that something you have been wondering about? Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot about rising taxes on trusts and the growing wealth gap between generations. Like many families, we’ve worked hard to build up some assets — a home, maybe a rental or two, a business…

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WHAT CAN YOU CLAIM ON YOUR INVESTMENT PROPERTY?

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What can you claim on your investment property? Investing in property can be a rewarding venture, but to maximize your returns, it’s essential to understand what expenses you can claim. Knowing your deductible costs can help reduce your taxable income, ensuring you keep more of your rental earnings. Below, we provide an overview of claimable…

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OVERSEAS SHARES: SHOULD YOU BE A DE MINIMIS INVESTOR?

Overseas shares: Should you be a de minimis investor? It’s a good question. Learn why staying under the “de minimis” threshold might not actually get you the most tax-efficient outcome. To introduce this, firstly let’s point out the obvious: Investing globally offers New Zealand investors the opportunity to diversify their portfolios and tap into international…

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NZ 2024 TAX CHANGES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

NZ 2024 Tax Changes: What You Need To Know NZ 2024 tax changes: what you need to know. As New Zealand gets into the new financial year (which started on April 1, 2024) significant tax changes took effect/are set to take effect. These updates will impact individuals, trusts, and property owners, reflecting the government’s aim…

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TAX ON AIRBNB INCOME NZ

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TAX ON AIRBNB INCOME NZ: Is my Airbnb income taxable? Is there tax on airbnb income in NZ? Yes. Income earned from providing short-stay accommodation is taxable

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