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HOW WE CAN HELP: Accounting Advice for Small Business

We share the latest developments in the Accounting
world and innovative business advice for New Zealand SMEs

The recent FBT changes may affect how your business reports certain staff benefits, making now a good time to review your current tax treatment.

Changes to fringe benefit tax (FBT)

Fringe benefit tax rules changed from April 2026. Learn what the updates mean for employers and why now is the right time to review your FBT compliance.
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Borrowed money from your company? Proposed IR changes could see shareholder loans taxed as dividends. Find out what this means for you.

Inland Revenue Targets Shareholder Loans

Borrowed money from your company? Proposed IR changes could see shareholder loans taxed as dividends. Find out what this means for you.
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The KiwiSaver rate change 1 April 2026 increases the KiwiSaver default contribution rate, which impacts employee deductions and the KiwiSaver employer contribution 2026. Employers should also be aware of the KiwiSaver temporary rate reduction 2026 option for staff who want to stay on a lower rate.

Upcoming Changes to KiwiSaver Contribution Rates

KiwiSaver rates are rising from 3% to 3.5% from 1 April 2026. Learn what NZ employers must do, payroll impacts, and staff communication tips.
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Inland Revenue is taking firm action on overdue GST and Employer Tax, even for small balances. Learn why tax debt is no longer safe to ignore and what NZ businesses can do to avoid penalties, bank deductions and legal escalation.

Why Tax Debt Is No Longer Safe to Ignore

Inland Revenue is taking firm action on overdue GST and Employer Tax, even for small balances. Learn why tax debt is no longer safe to ignore and what NZ businesses can do to avoid penalties, bank deductions and legal escalation.
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Would your business survive without you? Learn how to make yourself replaceable, create a strong exit strategy, and add value to your business.

Could your business survive without you? Let’s talk about your Exit Strategy.

Would your business survive without you? Learn how to make yourself replaceable, create a strong exit strategy, and add value to your business.
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As a tradie, you might think loyalty rewards are tax-free. But the Inland Revenue has confirmed that this often isn’t the case! We share the rules and what they mean for you.

Are tradie loyalty rewards taxable?

As a tradie, you might think loyalty rewards are tax-free. But the Inland Revenue has confirmed that this often isn’t the case! We share the rules and what they mean for you.
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