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Wellbeing Budget 2021

The Wellbeing Budget 2021

June 2, 2021

After the dramatic tax announcements in March 2021, particularly in regards to the new 39% tax rate, extension of the Brightline rules to ten years and the progressive phasing out […]

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Sick Leave to increase New Zealand

Sick Leave to Increase

June 1, 2021

The bill to double sick leave entitlement in New Zealand has passed! This article explains the new law, including when it takes effect and how it applies to existing employees.

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Xero enchanched security

Additional login security for Xero users.

April 29, 2021

Your business could be stopped in its tracks if someone gained access to your account through hacking, phishing or other cyber attacks. The good news is that many data breaches can be prevented with simple actions, such as using multi-factor authentication (MFA). All Xero users will need to set up and use MFA to log in to Xero by 1st June 2021 – it puts an extra bolt on the door to keep your data secure. Xero will be sending users more information as MFA becomes available from the 4th May 2021.

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Cash Flow Management

The Ins and Outs of Cash Flow Management

April 28, 2021

Learn about cash flow management, its ins and outs, knowing where your money goes, and tips & advice how to keep your business running.

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Property Investors Targeted, First Home Buyers to Benefit

Property Investors Targeted, First Home Buyers to Benefit

March 23, 2021

Property investors targeted in Government’s latest announcements The Government has announced significant changes targeting property investors.  These changes have significant tax impacts and could cause long-term loan serviceability issues.  In […]

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COVID-19 Financial Support Update

Covid-19 Financial Support Update March 2021

March 23, 2021

As a result of COVID-19, financial pressure is a reality for many small businesses, individuals and families.  We are here to assist and advise our clients, in terms of future […]

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39 Percent Tax Rate Change

New 39% Tax Rate – What Next?

March 23, 2021

The new 39% marginal rate that applies to all employment income over $180,000 is now in force. Consider how the new rate will affect you and your business. The 39% […]

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Should you buy your assets now?

Should you buy your assets now?

February 26, 2021

Asset threshold lowering What? In response to COVID-19, the threshold for low-value assets to be deemed fully deductible upon purchase was increased to $5,000 GST exclusive as a way to […]

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Cash flow tips for New Zealand Businesses

5 Ways to Improve your Cash flow

January 15, 2021

What is Cash Flow? Cash flow refers to the movement of money in your business, flowing in from revenue streams such as sales and flowing out through payments for expenses and asset purchases.

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Business Resilience and resistance

Is your business resilient or resistant?

January 14, 2021

I believe is that there is a resilient group of entrepreneurs who are rethinking the way business is done, questioning old assumptions and pivoting and transforming their businesses to service a new era of consumers. 

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