Posts Tagged ‘useful’
IS A CAPITAL GAINS TAX COMING TO NZ?
Is a capital gains tax coming to NZ? It’s a question that resurfaces every few years, and 2026 is no exception. With a general election on 7 November (the date of this blog article) and Labour campaigning on a specific property CGT proposal, it’s worth setting out where things actually stand today, separate from…
Read MorePROPERTY EQUITY NZ
Property Equity NZ: What is it? How does equity really work for property investors? 30-Second Read: Key Points Many property investors know their property’s value has increased, but fewer understand how much equity they can actually use. Equity plays a critical role in property investing because it influences borrowing capacity, refinancing options, and future investment…
Read MoreRENTAL PROPERTY OR SHARES: WHICH IS BETTER FOR NZ INVESTORS?
Rental property or shares: which is better for NZ investors? There has been a lot of debate recently about whether one is better than the other. So how can you decide? Should you do one or the other? Or both? We examine the advantages and disadvantages of each. Scroll down for a case-study that might…
Read MoreARE REPAIRS TO MY RENTAL PROPERTY TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
Are repairs to my rental property tax deductible? It’s a question nearly every landlord asks at some point – usually right after a tenant calls about a leaking roof or a rotten deck. The honest answer has always been “it depends,” but Inland Revenue has just made it a lot clearer exactly what it depends…
Read MoreARE SHARES TAXABLE INCOME?
Are shares taxable income? It’s something many New Zealand investors ask, and the honest answer is that it depends on which kind of shares you hold. New Zealand has no comprehensive capital gains tax, but several share-related amounts are still taxable. Six situations cover most investors, and each one is taxed differently. (If you’re weighing…
Read MoreNZ INCOME TAX RATES
…additionally, the government have increased the trustee tax rate from 33% to 39% from 1 April 2024.
Read MoreCOMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR TAX RETURNS NZ INVESTORS AND LANDLORDS ASK
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR TAX RETURNS. Have you got tax return questions? Great! We try to answer them. Top questions first
Read MoreARE RENTAL PROPERTY LEGAL FEES TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Are rental property legal fees tax-deductible? It’s something that rental property owners ask from time to time, and it regularly comes up when we are preparing annual accounts. The answer depends on why you incurred the legal cost, not simply that you paid it. Legal fees regularly arise for landlords: They appear during disputes, lease…
Read MoreLANDLORD’S PROTECTION INSURANCE: WHAT IS IT AND DO I NEED IT?
Landlord’s protection insurance: What is it and do you need it? Owning a rental property can provide a steady income stream and long-term capital growth. However, every landlord faces risks that can quickly turn a profitable investment into an expensive headache. While most property owners understand the importance of house insurance, many overlook another valuable…
Read MoreHOW A TYPICAL NZ INVESTMENT PROPERTY DEAL WORKS
How a typical NZ investment property deal works… have you ever wondered that? This is a plain‑English, step‑by‑step guide to buying and selling an investment property in New Zealand. It explains the people, the paperwork, the timing, and the terms you’ll hear—so you can feel more confident and work out whether this is something that…
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