Posts Tagged ‘taxes’
WHAT TRUST TAX CHANGES MEAN FOR MY FAMILY TRUST
What trust tax changes mean for my family trust: 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…
Read MoreTAX RETURN FAQ
Q: Why do I need to complete a tax questionnaire every year?
A: This is basically to cover your back. It proves that we and you have all asked/answered the right questions, if anyone ever asks. Could come in handy if you are trying to prove your innocence to IRD.
WHAT CAN YOU CLAIM ON YOUR INVESTMENT PROPERTY?
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…
Read More“IRD RISK REVIEW” VS IRD “REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION”
Facing an IRD Risk Review is a scary thing. You might have read about Audits, and Risk Reviews. But what does the process (sometimes) look like?
Read MoreIS HOUSE FLIPPING STILL A THING IN NZ?
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. Just before we get into the nuts and bolts of that, here is a high-level overview: Key Points (30 Second Read) Staying under the $50,000…
Read MoreARE TAX BENEFITS A GOOD REASON TO CHANGE COMPANY SHAREHOLDINGS?
Previously you both earned about the same, but now there is a child in the mix, and one of you is working less as a result, and earning less as a result.
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 MoreGST & RENTAL PROPERTIES NZ: WHAT’S EXEMPT AND WHAT ISN’T
For GST-registered buyers, buying a property off a GST-registered seller means that the sale is zero-rated for GST i.e. none is paid by the seller and none claimed by the buyer.
Read MoreTAX ON AIRBNB INCOME NZ
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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