Why Are So Many NZ Businesses Closing?
With rising business closures across New Zealand, SME owners are feeling the pressure. Discover practical steps and expert advice from SME Financial to future-proof your business.
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Feeling the Pinch? Cashflow Tips for Kiwi Tradies in Tough Times
Struggling with cashflow or finding new clients? Discover practical tips for NZ tradies and small businesses to steady finances, win work, and navigate tough times.
Mythbusting: “Timesheets Are Only for Large Teams”
Discover why timesheets aren’t just for big teams. Learn how Kiwi business owners can use time tracking to boost profits, clarity, and work-life balance.
From Spreadsheets to Systems
Is it time to break up with Excel? As your business grows, sticking with spreadsheets might be holding you back. Discover why upgrading to smarter, integrated software systems could be the change your business needs.
Keeping tax and expenses in check as a self-employer
Working for yourself or running your own business? Setup robust systems for expenses & tax requirements so you can focus on your important tasks. We can help take the headaches out of your business accounting.
How builders and tradies can survive and thrive in a downturn
For builders and tradies, there could be a slowdown ahead in the construction sector. Now’s your chance to think about strategies to help your business survive – and thrive – if times get tough.
5 signs you’re undercharging
Is your business undercharging for your fees? We’ve got the five warning signs that can help you diagnose whether your service prices are too low.
Minimum wage to rise in line with inflation from April 1
The minimum wage is rising as of April 1, to $22.70. Need to review your pricing? Get in touch, we are here to help.
Times might be tough, but it’s all part of the economic cycle – and there will be opportunities
After six economic cycles, seasoned NZ business advisor, Geoff Hamilton, knows that a downturn is no reason to panic. Now, he shares some insight on some of the unique opportunities and challenges NZ business owners may find in the next 12 months.
SME Financial event helping trade businesses achieve their goals
Learn more about how SME Financial is helping NZ small businesses to grow their trade business by connecting them to the right xero apps.