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From the 2026–27 income year, a new tax exemption will apply for individuals who sell excess residential electricity back to the grid – most commonly from solar panels installed on their homes.
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You’re not trying to deceive anyone. You just want to stand out in a crowded market. But under the Fair Trading Act, even well-meaning marketing can land you in hot water with the Commerce Commission ...
For many Kiwi small business owners, putting your property and assets into a family trust has been a key way to protect their personal wealth and the future prosperity of their family.
But the curren...
Making time to look over your financial reports each month is an important task for any business owner. If you are not taking time to do this, either because you’re too busy, or perhaps you don’t real...
At a time where cashflow is tight and the economic outlook is less than rosy, it’s important to look for any possible way of saving money and reducing your tax bill.
Claiming your business expenses i...
Privacy in the Age of AI: What Businesses Need to Update in Handbooks, Policies, and Day-to-Day Practices
As AI tools like ChatGPT, Otter.ai, and others become more common in the workplace, so too do...
Why face-to-face still matters — even in the age of Zoom, DMs, and AI.
We’re more connected than ever — instant messages, video calls, and emails fly around the world in seconds. But amid all this co...
Boosting Productivity with AI: How Tools Like ChatGPT, Otter.ai and Lawcyborg Are Transforming the Workplace
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a practical, powerfu...
As part of Budget 2025, the Minister for Finance, Nicola Willis, introduced Investment Boost – a new way for Kiwi businesses to reduce the cost of investing in new assets and equipment.
Investment Bo...
You’re passionate about your business. But what other areas of life are important to you?
Running a business can become all-consuming, if you let it. That’s why it’s crucial to focus on your work/lif...
Understanding Short-Stay Accommodation: Income, GST, Expenses, and Interest Deductibility
Short-stay accommodation, often facilitated through platforms like Airbnb or Bookabach, has become a popular ...
Podcasts are often on our list of things to do, but for many business owners, there are often not enough hours in the day. The recent challenges and changes in business mean it's the perfect time to m...