Working for yourself or running your own business? Setup robust systems for expenses & tax requirements so you can focus on your important tasks. We can help take the headaches out of your business accounting.
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When it comes to considering how the markets will react to the result of the upcoming American election, it’s worth stepping back from the daily media noise to look over a longer period. Much of the world is watching anxiously…
A financial legacy is more than just the money you leave behind; it is the lasting impact of your financial decisions on future generations and society. Deciding on your financial legacy involves personal choices that reflect your values, beliefs, and…
Investing is a path to financial independence and building wealth. Yet the reality for many individual investors paints a different picture. The DALBAR Quantitative Analysis of Investor Behaviour (QAIB) 2024 study sheds light on a troubling trend: the average investor…
When it comes to growing your money, term deposits have long been heralded as a safe haven for savings. However, as renowned economist Thomas Sowell says, “there are no solutions, only trade-offs”. In the case of term deposits, we must…
How much do I need to save for retirement? How long will my nest egg last me? How many trips can we afford to take while we are still young enough to travel? These are simple questions that we get…
JANUARY – MARCH 2024 How much do I need to save for retirement? How long will my nest egg last? How many international trips can we afford to take while we are still young enough to travel? These are simple…
As Kiwis, we love property. In fact, homes and real estate make up approximately 43% of total household assets in New Zealand. However, this love affair has started to sour for many indebted investors.
The tax rate for family trusts is increasing from a flat 33% to 39% from 1 April 2024. Many Kiwis use trusts to build their retirement savings or pass on their wealth to the next generation and, without care on…
With the combination of the festive season and the recent spike in interest rates squeezing budgets, addressing the level of debt is becoming a priority for some. Whilst assets that generate income can be legitimately financed by debt that is…
Compounding is one of the most powerful forces in the world. Just ask Albert Einstein, who’s said to have called it the “eighth wonder.” The seemingly small decisions we make every day gain power over time.
Income Tax deductions can be claimed for overseas travel costs but only to the extent that they have a connection with deriving assessable income or carrying on a business.
Our Western culture values the idea of activity – being busy is a badge of honour with people listing the number of things they have scheduled in a day with pride. This is arguably the worst way to approach your…
