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BusinessThe Active Investor Plus Visa: For wealthy investors who don’t want to run a business
New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa (launched April 2025) represents a fundamentally different approach to immigration than the Business Investor Visa. While the Business Investor Visa targets people who want to actively manage operations, the Active Investor Plus Visa is designed for wealthy individuals who want to contribute capital without the hands-on commitment of running […]
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Tax Updates: 17 February 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]. “Initial” asset repairs likely to be capital For those […]
Tax Updates: 10 February 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]. Air NZ Airpoints ruling I’m still playing catch-up on […]
Tax Updates: 3 February 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]. A happy new year Well considering the first month […]
The blue deck chair: everything explained in a 6-hour journey!
In an unashamed take from Graham Norton, I intend to write a few stories called ‘the blue deck chair.’ You are free to pull the lever and flip my chair. So please send feedback, flip, or let me walk… To kick off the first blue deck chair story of 2025, let’s start with poetry! Sea-Fever, […]
Marketing trends businesses can’t ignore in 2025
In an era where digital transformation is accelerating faster than ever, businesses face a crucial challenge: adapting to rapidly evolving marketing landscapes while maintaining authentic human connections. As we navigate through 2025, three key trends are reshaping how businesses connect with their audiences: Whether you’re a small business owner or marketing professional in New Zealand, […]

