ARE MY PERSONAL INSURANCE PREMIUMS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?

Comic illustration of a worried New Zealand man holding a note asking "Personal Insurance? Tax Deductible?". Features a map of NZ, a pie chart, and an angry kiwi bird in a top hat representing the Inland Revenue Department.

Are my personal insurance premiums tax-deductible? It’s a question we get asked constantly. The honest answer depends entirely on what kind of insurance you’re talking about. Life insurance, trauma cover, income protection, and employer-provided policies are all treated quite differently under current tax law. This guide walks through each type clearly. It also covers the…

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