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BusinessThe financial experts: What CPAs and CAs bring to the table
In business, having the right financial expertise can make the difference between surviving and thriving. Whether you’re dealing with international investments, managing cash flow challenges, or planning for growth, a qualified accountant’s technical knowledge and strategic insight can be invaluable. And that’s where Chartered Accountants (CAs) and Certified Practicing Accountants (CPAs) stand apart. What makes […]
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Companies that thrived during a recession (and how they did it)
New Zealand business recession stories
In 2006, Rod Drury founded Xero, a cloud-based accounting software company in New Zealand. When the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) hit in 2008, businesses struggled, but Xero saw an opportunity. They recognised that small businesses would look for cost-effective and efficient solutions to manage their finances remotely.
Despite the recession, Xero focused [...]
Understanding GST – A guide to the Goods and Services Tax
What is GST?
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a consumption tax charged on most goods and services in New Zealand. The current rate is 15%. GST is added to the price of taxable goods and services, and businesses are responsible for collecting this tax from their customers and paying it to the Inland Revenue [...]
Tax Updates: 17 June 2024
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion on any national or international tax issues, please contact Richard via email at richard@gilshep.co.nz. Main home – which one? With July 1 fast […]
Tax Updates: 10 June 2024
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion on any national or international tax issues, please contact Richard via email at richard@gilshep.co.nz. Rate updates for the 2024 income year Well, your […]
Tax Updates: 4 June 2024
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion on any national or international tax issues, please contact Richard via email at richard@gilshep.co.nz. No surprises, no frills: Budget 2024 Well, the big […]
