Working from Home allowance extended In April, Inland Revenue began allowing employers to pay staff who were working from home because of the Covid pandemic up to $20 a week tax-free for expenses such as additional heating costs, without having to estimate…
13 signs your business might be in need of some help. The media is full of reports of impending business closures and restructures as a result of Covid-19. While many business are still performing well in our region, there are…
If you’re a business owner or manager, there’s a lot you can do to support your staff to maintain positive mental health and in turn, keep your business profitable. Studies say ‘happy employees are more likely to be productive employees’…
The world has been turned upside down by coronavirus Covid-19. Most businesses have been significantly affected and we have been busy advising clients regarding the wage subsidy and other measures brought in by the government. As we move to…
We are sure none of you needs any explanation of the government’s restrictions around Level 3 in the Unite against Covid-19! While in Level 4 we’ve been working from home in the main, Level 3 gives us an opportunity to…
Business Cashflow Tax relief measures include: Depreciation: Depreciation deductions for commercial and industrial buildings will be re-introduced from the 2020/21 income year. Available to all sectors, these apply to new and existing buildings on a permanent basis. Building owners can…
Among many changes this year, Inland Revenue has also changed the way they charge penalties and interest on late paid provisional tax. In the past, if provisional tax was paid late, there were usually no significant consequences. Now, under the…
Find a better balance with these helpful hacks. Working harder is not always smarter. Burnout is common among business owners and staff who are pushed to the limits. Ultimately, it’s not good for business or your personal life to be…
Do you have staff taking leave over Christmas? Are systems in place to make sure everyone gets what they’re entitled to? Even if someone else handles your payroll, you are responsible for making sure holiday pay and leave payments are…
Imagine trying to work while juggling court, counselling, and your family’s needs following a domestic violence incident. This is the situation for thousands of Kiwis, but it’s set to improve with the new Domestic Violence – Victims’ Protection Act. The…