Love it or hate it, we’re living in the subscription era. Once upon a time, running a business meant stacks of paper, boxed software, and costly one-off purchases. But the digital world has changed – and with it, the way businesses spend. The Rise of the Subscription Economy Today, nearly everything runs on a subscription. […]
The Subscription Life: Is Your Business Keeping Up (or Paying Too Much)? Read More »
Small businesses are particularly vulnerable in tough economic times. When sales are slow, there are still overheads and salaries that need to be sorted. Pre-planning and being proactive can help you weather tighter economic periods and allow you to continue to thrive. Make sure you have a clear picture of your payroll, and any other
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As a small or medium-sized business in New Zealand, managing your tax obligations can feel overwhelming. Two key areas that often raise questions are provisional tax and tax pooling. Here’s a quick overview to help you stay informed and in control. Provisional Tax in a nutshell Provisional tax is like making progress payments towards your
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As a business owner in New Zealand, navigating the digital world is essential—but it’s also fraught with risks. Scammers are constantly evolving, targeting individuals and businesses alike with increasingly sophisticated tactics. According to recent BNZ research, businesses are twice as likely to fall victim to scams than individuals. This blog will equip you with practical
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A contractor is not an employee. Here’s all you need to know about the difference between an employee or contractor.
Employee or Contractor? Read More »
If you’re a project-based business you are mostly likely familiar with deposit invoices and progress payments, but you could be offering a product or service and still benefit from creating deposit invoices. Here are 6 advantages of having deposit invoices or progress payments as part of your business process: The overarching theme here is that
Should Deposit Invoices or Progress Payments Be an Essential Part of your Business? Read More »
If you’re a company director, you have legal and ethical duties and some important tasks to attend to. If you’re new to leading and overseeing a company, start with understanding your role. Being a good director can help your company run well, achieve its goals, and maintain a good reputation. As a company director, you
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Here are 5 vital questions to ask before entering in to a purchase.
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If you’ve had a change in your name or address, it’s important the correct information is on record. We can help get things up to date so you don’t miss important information.
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As a general rule, if you provide entertainment for your team or clients, some of your business entertainment expenses are tax deductible. Download the guide to entertainment expenses.
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