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Bruce'sShare options: demystified context and uses
Many share option plans in both the investment markets and employment markets are misunderstood, misused, and don’t deliver for at least one, if not both parties, what they expected. This is the basic jargon: What is an option? The right to buy or sell something at some future point in time. What is a share? […]
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Tax Updates: 1 May 2023
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. Bright-line Interpretation Statement issued Inland Revenue (IR) has issued […]
When mixing business and personal gets messy…
When it comes to selling your business or preparing for retirement, it’s simple – we just need to separate business and personal interests. Yeah right! I know from experience that it isn’t simple, and it can be an overwhelming experience when you are stuck in the middle of it and/or trying to do it alone. […]
Disposal of Land – to be taxed or not to be taxed? Part 1
In 2020, I published a series of articles that provide guidance on the potential application of the land taxing provisions contained within subpart CB of the Income Tax Act 2007 (“the Act”). Three years later, the most common questions I still receive from the outside world are related to land, and whether certain transactions or […]
The most common challenge I see among my clients
During the last nine months of client meetings, account preparation, and tracking expenses, there is one challenge most clients have in common, and that’s cash flow. It’s a critical component of a business’s financial success, so it’s important that we keep it healthy. Why is cash flow so important? Operating Expenses: A business needs a […]
Financial KPIs that investors want to see – tips from our VCFO team
When you’re a startup business raising capital, it’s essential to understand what critical financial performance indicators (KPIs) you need to measure to attract potential investors. These KPIs provide crucial insights into the financial health and performance of your business, demonstrating to investors that you have a clear plan for growth. Our team of Virtual CFOs […]