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Many successful Kiwi businesses started at home and it's estimated that there are more than 200,000 home-based businesses in New Zealand. For some, to work from home is a stepping-stone to creating a bigger business. For others it's a lifestyle choice. This is information and help for people starting or running a business from home.
Do you run a business from your home? The Inland Revenue may allow you to claim a portion of your household expenses. Read on to find out if you and your home business fit the criteria, and also what records you must be able to show the Inland Revenue.
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Do you use a private vehicle for business purposes? For business where a personal vehicle is used for business purposes you may claim a portion of the running costs. This article will help you investigate if you meet the criteria for compensation, how to use a logbook to document travel, and how to calculate the portion of expenses to claim back.
An article for home business owners on what to do to ensure clients take them seriously. Self image, professionalism, quality of work, charging what you are worth, and building relationships are all key elements in earning strong client credibility.
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Some simple strategies to help deal with some of the challenges of working from home such as social and professional isolation.
When you are the only person in your business, and dependent on your efforts for your income, you can't afford to put yourself at risk. This article is about taking care of yourself so you can continue to function effectively in your business.
Have you thought about how Health and Safety in Employment Act applies to you and your business? If you own a business, or operate a business from your house there are things you need to consider. Here is a useful fact sheet answering the some of the most frequently asked questions about health and safety precautions in your workplace.
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Have you got the best technology for your home business? Here is some advice to help your business maintain efficiency and procedural accuracy by choosing the right computer, using the internet, and different methods of communication.
Are you interested in automating your business transactions, increasing sales, minimising administrative costs, and broadening the scope of your customer base? Get up to date with the internet and you will discover what e-commerce is and how it can improve your business.
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97 percent of New Zealand businesses have fewer than 20 employees.