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Tax Talk Newsletter Summer 2025
How the power of pricing can influence consumer purchases When it comes to setting prices, numbers aren’t just numbers – they’re signals. How you price your products or services can subtly influence how customers feel about what you’re offering. That’s where pricing psychology comes in, using behavioral science to guide smarter pricing strategies. The big box stores and supermarkets are experts at this strategy.You ...

Tax Talk Newsletter Spring 2025
Think you’re ready to grow? Ask yourself these 4 questions first. Growth is exciting, and with the right planning, it can be a turning point for your business. But whether you’re taking on more clients, expanding your services, or launching into a new market, it’s important to first make sure your financial foundations are solid enough to support what’s next. Here are ...

Tax Talk Newsletter Winter 2025
Budget 2025 Business Boost Investment Boost has passed into law, meaning a major new tax incentive to encourage businesses to invest, grow the economy, and lift wages is now in place, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. “Investment Boost takes effect immediately. This means businesses that go out today and buy machinery or tools or equipment or vehicles or technology can immediately deduct ...

Tax Talk Newsletter Autumn 2025
Prepare now for annual accounts March 31 is approaching – tax balance date for most people. Get your house in order to minimise hassles and tax.Bad debtsIf someone owes you money and you don’t think they’ll pay, you need to write it off as a bad debt before your balance date. You can’t decide later—it’s against the rules. Check your debtors ...

Tax Talk Newsletter Summer 2024 - 2025
Undercharging a recipe for disaster We all know most businesses fail within their first five years. There are many reasons, but one of the most consistent issues, especially for new business owners, is pricing. It’s a tricky area, with the huge temptation to underprice the market to get new business. That strategy is a recipe for disaster. Undercharging is universally recognised as the ...