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Bond Hub launch
On 1 December, Bond Hub - Tenancy Services’ new online self-service system – goes live. Bond Hub will make managing bonds easier for landlords, tenants, and property managers. For landlords and property managersIf you are a landlord, you will be able to register to view and manage your bonds in Bond Hub. This will be for lodgements and top-ups (including pet bonds). More features, ...
Landlords: Changes coming 1 December to Pet Rules
From 1 December 2025, this major updates will affect landlords. New pet consent rules These provisions will take effect on 1 December 2025. Tenants can keep a pet, if their tenancy agreement allows it or with written consent from the landlord. Landlords can only say no to a tenant's request to have a pet if they have a good reason (reasonable grounds). All tenants can ...
Ignoring tax debt won’t make it go away
If you’ve got GST or Employer Tax debt, Inland Revenue (IR) wants you to start repaying it now. Ignoring your debt will not make it go away.Expect a call from Inland RevenueIf your business owes more than $1,000 in tax debt that is between 6 months and 5 years old, you might receive a call from IR soon. They will tell ...
New financial year, new forecast
The start of a financial year is a great time to look ahead by forecasting your cash flow. And we've got the tool to help you. Enter your monthly figures for cash in, cash out, reserves and borrowing, and the Cash Flow Forecaster will provide you with a graph showing your next 12 months. Start your forecast - External Link Source: Business.govt.nz ...
Get ready for KiwiSaver changes
There are changes to KiwiSaver happening from 1 July, 2025, and in 2026 and 2028. If you are an employer you will need to be aware of them. Government KiwiSaver contributions1 July 2025 changes People aged 16 and 17 will qualify for government contributions, so long as they meet other eligibility requirements. Prior to 1 July 2025, members must be 18 or ...