If you’ve already started your property investment journey, you’ll know that growing a portfolio isn’t just about buying more properties. It’s about making sure each decision supports your long-term goals and strengthens your overall financial position. Whether you're planning your next purchase or reassessing your current setup, it's a good
Xero has announced upcoming changes to the pricing of several business subscription plans in New Zealand. These updates will take effect from 1 September 2025 and apply to both new and existing subscribers. What’s changing? From 1 September, the following monthly prices will apply (all prices exclude GST): The Xero Ignite plan
Major changes to KiwiSaver were announced in Budget 2025, and some of them are already in effect as of 1 July 2025. These updates aim to make KiwiSaver more sustainable and better suited to today’s economic environment—especially for younger savers and small businesses. KiwiSaver is a voluntary savings scheme designed
Economic conditions and the costs of trading make it difficult to keep your finances on track. We’ve got five ways to reduce the financial uncertainty and improve your planning. In these uncertain times, careful planning, forecasting, and strategic thinking can help make the road ahead clearer. As a business leader,
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand recently reduced the official cash rate (OCR) to 3.75%. What does a drop in interest rates mean for you, your business and your financial opportunities? Let’s take a look at how a drop in interest rates may affect your finances. Reduced cost of borrowing
From April 1, 2025, New Zealand’s minimum wage will increase to $23.50 per hour, a 35-cent rise from the current rate of $23.15. This change will affect around 141,900 workers who currently earn at or just above the minimum wage. The starting-out and training wages will also increase, reaching $18.80
What are the key reports to focus on in your business? We'll show you how to track performance, take action and position your company for growth. As a business owner, it’s never been more important to have a good grasp on your finances. For many businesses, priorities have shifted, customer
Managing debtors efficiently is critical for businesses to maintain a steady cash flow and sustain operations. Poor management of debtors can lead to cash flow issues, which could affect a company’s ability to meet its obligations, grow, and invest in the future. Here are some strategies to help businesses manage
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 really understand what you’re looking at and it doesn’t make sense to you, then here are 6 reasons
The New Zealand government has unveiled its 2024 Budget with a core election promise delivered regarding tax relief of $2.57b through bracket adjustments. With an adjustment to income brackets, tax rates remain the same but the thresholds are raised. The Budget stated that 1.9 million households would benefit from the
