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I have a deep affection for Thailand—its people, cuisine, and way of life. Meeting my wife in Bangkok, where she worked as a manager for one of the country’s largest accounting firms, only strengthened that connection. I have a deep affection for Thailand—its people, cuisine, and way of life. Meeting my wife in Bangkok, where […]
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Tax Updates: 28 April 2025
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 [email protected]. Do you have the requisite Authority to Act? Inland […]
Tax Updates: 22 April 2025
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 [email protected]. Rate decreases announced Just a very brief edition of […]
The real problem with business succession in NZ
You have built up a great business that you are ready to exit. You have even planned succession—you have identified a successor (or successors) who are as keen and passionate about the business as you have been and bring the right energy to take it to its next phase. The funding dilemma Most internal succession […]
Trump plays ‘who blinks first’ with the world. And with China, ‘chicken’.
Arran follows up on his earlier article about the impact of tariffs and strategies exporters might use to mitigate the impacts. The article provides ideas to consider, options to adopt, and things not to do. Click here to see the previous article. US tariffs and New Zealand’s position So now we’ve had the United States […]
Are trust structures still relevant?
Business owners ask this question often, and with good reason. With all the changes to New Zealand’s (NZ) trust laws and tax environment, it’s no wonder many of you are questioning whether these structures are still worth the effort. I see it all the time – business owners hanging onto outdated structures that stopped serving […]
