Getting ready for the COVID-19 Protection Framework
You can start preparing for operating under the new COVID-19 Protection Framework by making sure you understand the changes coming.
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Short-term rentals: What you need to know
If you’re renting out your home or holiday house over summer, make sure you know the rules on taxes, holiday rental agreements, claiming expenses and more.
Resilience: Tips for small business owners
We asked an expert for mental wellbeing tips tailored for small business owners and sole traders.
COVID-19 vaccinations and your workers: update
The Government has announced new legislation to guide decisions on what work needs vaccination.
Applying for a loan? This is what lenders look for
Lenders want to see good financial habits, a clear vision for the future, and a funding proposal supported by processes and a strong team.
How a business mentor can help your numbers stack up
Business Mentors New Zealand offers guidance and support as you build, maintain or grow your business.
Money and your mental health
Your mental and financial wellbeing are often inter-connected and if one is not going well, it can really impact the other.
What's your money motivation?
What drives you to make money? Being clear about why you want to make money will help you put the right plans and processes in place to hit your goals.
R&D tax incentive: What’s eligible and how to claim
Money your business spends on research and development (R&D) may be eligible for a 15 per cent tax credit. Find out if your R&D activities qualify.
2021 law changes round-up
From sick leave updates to new investment property rules, we've gathered this year's law changes into one place.
Great minds don’t always think alike
Conflict is a part of running a small business, but managed the right way, it can lead to positive things.
COVID-19: Workplace vaccinations
Some businesses or organisations may be able to offer workplace COVID-19 vaccinations.
File on time: Tax returns due 7 July
Income tax returns are due by 7 July:
• how to file online
• what to do if you received a wage subsidy
• the rules for reporting residential rental income.
How to protect your business from being held to ransom
Ransomware attacks can cause huge disruptions to your business. Simple steps you can take to protect your business from a ransomware attack.
Dealing with false or misleading vaccine information in your workplace
Getting vaccinated is a personal choice, but if you want to support your employees to make informed decisions, make sure they know where to find the facts.
Travelling in a bubble
The travel bubbles with Australia and the Cook Islands have opened up quarantine-free travel, but it doesn’t come without risk.
Impostor syndrome: Feeling like a fraud
Many small business owners struggle with the fear that their success is down to luck rather than hard work or talent.
Investment property: law changes and tips for maximising returns
Recent tax changes will impact residential property investors. We talk to some experts for tips on how to make the most of your investment properties.
COVID-19 vaccinations: Q+A for employers
Our last article about COVID-19 vaccinations and employees generated a lot of questions from you, so we called in the experts to answer some of them.
Getting paid: Invoicing tips for prompt payments
The sooner an invoice is paid, the better. Here’s how to make sure you get what you are owed.