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Claiming business expenses - tips & tricks
What are expenses? Expenses are the costs you incur in the day-to-day running of your business. At tax time, your total profit (the amount you need to pay tax on) is your taxable income minus the expenses you can claim — so the more you can claim, the less tax you have to pay. Business expenses(external link) — Inland Revenue Tip: Getting a tax ...
Managing stress at tax time
Tax time doesn’t have to be stressful. With good planning and clear processes, you can make it easier on yourself. Learn three tips for reducing stress at tax time. Watch: Reducing stress during tax time - external link. What this helpful video to learn tips for reducing your stress. 1. Don't leave things to the last minute.2. Get everything in order.3. Reset ...
Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 – changes to tenancy terminations in force
Changes to tenancy terminations came into force on 30 January 2025 as part of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act which was passed in December 2024. The following changes relating to tenancy terminations came into force on 30 January 2025: Tenants can end their periodic tenancy with 21 days’ notice, as long as notice has not already been given. Landlords can terminate a periodic ...
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season, this year has certainly been interesting and challenging for many. We want to take this time to thank you for your custom and look forward to being of service in 2025. Take a well-deserved break, stay safe, recharge and enjoy the holidays. Our offices will be closed from Friday 20th December 2024, returning on 13th ...
Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024
The Residential Tenancies Act 1986 (the Act) sets out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants. Changes to the the Act have been introduced through the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 that was passed on 17 December 2024. Summary of changes Enabling online bond lodgment Changes that relate to bond lodgments take effect immediately.Signatures are no longer required when lodging or topping ...