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Are you making the most of your KiwiSaver?
How to qualify for the member tax credit If you’re between 18 and 65 and mainly reside in New Zealand you can qualify to receive the member tax credit. This is a government contribution of 50 cents for every dollar of member contribution you make in a year towards your KiwiSaver, up to a maximum payment of $521.43. This means you ...
Cryptocurrency - What are your tax obligations?
In simplest terms, cryptocurrency is money that only exists digitally or virtually. Cryptocurrency uses cryptography and blockchain technology to regulate its generation and verify fund transfers. There are no special tax rules for cryptocurrencies, ordinary tax rules apply.Inland Revenue have recently released Cryptocurrency and Tax guidance about how the tax laws apply to the new technology. The guidance includes answers to ...
How small businesses can use tech to be more productive
Technology offers huge opportunities for all businesses – not just the big ones. There are many ways you can use tech to help you work smarter, not harder. Here are some ideas for your business. It’s not as hard as you think You might think new technologies are out of your reach – too complicated, too expensive, and too hard to implement. ...
Do your business a favour: ONECheck it
Now easier to use and with better search results, the new ONECheck has launched. With more than 1.5 million searches on the original tool, this version is even more helpful, allowing you to check business names, trade marks, web domains and social media usernames in one simple search, and guiding you to your next steps. The benefits of ONECheck Choosing a name ...
The Families Package - what does it mean for your employees?
The Families Package - what does it mean for your employees? The Families Package is a collection of changes aimed at assisting New Zealand families and helping children get the best start in life. These changes come into effect on 1 July 2018. The Families Package includes a number of changes: the introduction of the Best Start tax credit, and the expansion of ...