Cash flow down or striving to get ahead? A loan could help.
If your cash flow is under pressure, a loan can help keep your business afloat. Lenders share their tips on choosing — and getting — a loan that suits your need
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How your business can benefit the greater good
If you want your business to do more to help people or the planet, help is at hand. Try these tips, and tap into government support.
What to do when Inland Revenue calls
When Inland Revenue says your business is to be audited, be prepared and don’t panic. You may even come out with a tax rebate.
How a flexible workforce helps your business
Having a flexible workforce has benefits both for employees, and for your business. Here’s why these arrangements make good business sense.
Expert tips for starting a business
There’s no magic formula for starting a successful small business, but the more good decisions you make early on, the better your chances.
Paying back student loans when you’re self-employed
If you’re a sole trader, contractor, or freelancer, you need to make student loan repayments on your income. But how do you calculate them?
Changes to the Employment Relations Act
Some employment law changes came into effect in December 2018, and more are coming in May 2019. Check how they impact you.
2018 law changes: round-up
From payday filing to the paid parental leave extension, here’s a summary of what’s new and what’s changed for small businesses – check which apply to you.
Happy holidays from business.govt.nz
Thanks to your support, 2018 has been another record year for business.govt.nz. Next year we start personalising our services to your needs.
Our 10 most popular news stories of 2018
Our news was read more than a million times in 2018. Here are the top 10 most popular articles.
Owner-operators: Tips to beat isolation
Being a solo operator can be isolating, and it can sometimes feel like your work is your life. Read on for tips to help you feel more connected.
Hobby or business?
You sell the odd hand-knitted scarf to friends, or maybe you sell your knitwear every week at local markets. Is this a hobby, or a business?
Family business planning over summer
The summer holidays offer a good opportunity to get together and discuss plans for your family business. Follow these rules to make sure it’s only the barbeque
ACC refunds: Do you qualify?
About 300,000 business customers were charged incorrect ACC levies since 2002. Here’s how you can find out if you’re one of them.
Running a business from home: What you need to know
Many New Zealand businesses operate from home. Here’s what to think about if you run a home-based business.
Be Cyber Smart and protect your online self
More and more of our personal information is online, and we need to think more about how we protect it. Check out tips from CERT NZ’s Cyber Smart week.
New Customs Act - what's changing
From 1 October 2018, Customs will have a new Act that may affect your business. If you deal with Customs, check if your business is impacted.
Talking about KiwiSaver with your staff
There's plenty you can tell your staff about KiwiSaver, and now the Financial Markets Authority has resources that can help answer questions in more detail.
Is accounting software right for you?
Accounting software has the potential to change the way a small business operates, but it’s not for everyone. Here’s what you should consider.
Hiring your first employee
If there’s constantly more demand for your product or service than you can provide, it might be time to consider hiring your first employee.