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Julia Johnston
Nov 20, 20203 min read
IRD Cracking Down on Property Sales and Bright-Line Test
While New Zealand does not have a comprehensive capital gains tax, we do have a tax in relation to property known as the bright-line test.
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Julia Johnston
Nov 10, 20203 min read
Tax Structuring for the 39% Tax Rate
In the 2020 election, Labour promised to introduce a new top tax rate of 39% on income over $180,000 likely to take effect from 1 April 2021
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Julia Johnston
Sep 4, 20205 min read
Tax Deductibility and Healthy Homes Standards
Owners of residential rental properties are required to meet certain minimum standards.
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Julia Johnston
Jul 15, 20208 min read
Is the Sale of Your Property Subject to Tax?
Buying and selling property in New Zealand is common. What is less commonly known are the tax implications of these transactions.
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Julia Johnston
Apr 20, 20205 min read
Tax Considerations for Returning Kiwis
Kiwis return home with the best intentions of a relaxing life, only to find they have been caught out by tax they were unaware of.
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Julia Johnston
Feb 5, 20206 min read
Foreign Property - Know the Tax Costs
Are you migrating or returning to New Zealand? Are you aware of the tax implications of such a move?
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Julia Johnston
Jan 31, 20204 min read
Don't Relax on Tax
International tax is a minefield. Don’t wait for Inland Revenue to find you, seek specialist international tax advice upfront.
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Julia Johnston
Jul 28, 20194 min read
You Could Get Caught Out by GST When Buying a Property – Even if You Are Not GST Registered
A lot of clients want to know whether they should register for GST for an upcoming property purchase and claim back the GST, or zero-rate.
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Julia Johnston
Jul 12, 20194 min read
Expanding Overseas? Make Sure You Understand the Tax Implications
With the world becoming a much smaller place, it is easy for businesses to find themselves trading overseas without too much consideration.
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Julia Johnston
May 28, 20195 min read
GST on Property Transactions – Compulsory Complexity
GST is the most common thing that goes wrong in property transactions, due to a widespread lack of understanding.
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Julia Johnston
Apr 29, 20192 min read
Providing an Incorrect Warranty Regarding GST Registration Proves Costly
GST becomes exponentially more complex when the property being sold has been used for mixed or dual purposes.
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Julia Johnston
Mar 19, 20196 min read
Confusion Still Reigns Over Capital Gains
With no comprehensive capital gains tax to be implemented, it is timely to familiarise ourselves with the current laws.
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Fact Sheets
We have prepared a number of fact sheets to help you out with your migrant tax issues and other tax matters.
Tax Advice for Migrants and Returning Kiwis
...an overview of the key tax considerations.
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