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As a registered financial adviser, an investment avenue that is often overlooked by New Zealand trusts is Portfolio Investment Entity (PIE) funds.
While PIE funds are not exclusive to trusts, they...
In the world of business, cashflow isn’t just another financial term—it's the lifeblood that keeps your company thriving. Understanding and managing cashflow is crucial for the survival...
Economic uncertainty is an ongoing worry for any business owner.
You can control your own financial management, but you don’t have any direct control over the wider macro-economy. And in the...
In tough economic times, small businesses can struggle. Big multinational chains often have the scale to undercut local competitors and survive even when times get tough.
What can small businesses...
Tired of paying rent for your commercial premises and considering buying a premises for your business?
Owning a building works best if your business is well-established, you have money to invest,...
Incurring expenses is an unavoidable fact of running a business. But which expenses can you claim tax deductions against and which don’t meet the tax-free criteria?
Here’s our lowdown...
Whether you’re applying for government subsidies, taking out a business loan or seeking investor support, you need to be able to demonstrate your ongoing viability as a business.
To prove...
Purchasing an existing company is a great way to expand your business empire. You can buy out a close competitor, or dip a toe into a new industry and expand your reach as a business group. But...
Being a business owner can be stressful. When the buck stops with you, it can be easy to let the pressure mount up and to discount your own wellbeing.
But taking care of your own mental health is...
There have been some important changes to the Clean Car Discount scheme here in New Zealand, which come into effect from 1 July 2023.
Many cars that previously qualified for the full rebate will no...
‘Business continuity’ is the process of planning out how your company can continue trading – when disaster strikes.
In essence, it’s your Plan B for how to set up a...
How will the latest Budget affect your business and your household?
Here are some of the changes most likely to have an impact on Kiwi business owners.
Extended free childcare hours
If you have...