Keeping You Informed

We’re already a quarter of the way through the tax year and IRD’s compliance team is firmly back in gear. This month we’re covering what’s actually on their radar, plus two areas that catch business owners out more than most: how you classify the people working for you, and what counts as a taxable perk. […]

The Government announced a number of tax changes in this week’s Budget. Here’s a plain-English snapshot of what’s on the table covering charities, overseas investments, migrants, and FBT on vehicles.

If your business is doing well, why does cash still feel tight? We explain why profitable businesses can still run out of cash, plus practical tips for getting paid on time and forecasting ahead.

Key updates for 2026 including upcoming KiwiSaver contribution changes, what NZ residents need to know about overseas inheritances, and whether to buy or lease your business assets.

From cryptocurrency reporting to cash jobs and GST audits, here are the key areas IRD will be targeting in 2026 and what you can do to stay on the right side of compliance.

Two recent Health & Safety cases highlight the serious personal liability directors and officers face. From criminal proceeds recovery to CEO prosecution, here’s what business leaders need to know.

With $29 million in new funding, IRD is ramping up compliance activity. We cover what this means for Airbnb hosts, cryptocurrency investors, and all business owners.

The bright-line test has been reduced to 2 years and interest deductibility is being phased back in. Here’s what the changes mean for property investors, plus important tax dates for the year ahead.

We’re moving to new offices at Level 6, 393 Khyber Pass Road, officially changing our company name to Auckland Chartered Accountants Limited, and welcoming a new team member.

A lot remains unknown in the tax space following the formation of the new Government. Here’s a summary of the confirmed and likely tax changes affecting property, interest deductibility, and more.

With the trustee tax rate set to increase to 39%, we cover what this means for different trusts and highlight a lesser-known issue around trust deed distribution clauses that could cost you thousands.

With the global push towards automatic exchange of information between countries, trusts with international connections face new tax risks. Here’s what trustees need to be aware of.

From secondary tax to sign-written utes and capital gains, we tackle some of the most common tax myths we encounter. Here’s what you actually need to know.

With the festive season upon us, here’s a recap of the tax treatment of entertainment expenses, fringe benefit tax, and gifts. Learn what’s 50% deductible, what’s 100% deductible, and when FBT applies.