Recent tax changes
April 15, 2019
There are several important tax changes taking effect this year, including:
Ring-fencing of residential property deductions
From 1 April 2019, investors will no longer be able to deduct rental losses from other income. Instead the losses will be carried forward and available...
Xero tips
April 12, 2019
March 2019 bank statement checks
If you use Xero, please send a copy of your bank statement/s showing the bank balance for each account on Xero as at 31 March 2019 to xero@ogier.co.nz.
We are often asked why we need these when the feeds come through Xero daily. There are a few reasons. Xero is ve...
Year end questionnaires
April 11, 2019
This year we will be emailing a cloud based questionnaire, which allows you to upload your documents into a secure portal. We have found it easy to use and we hope you do to.If you would prefer to use the paper questionnaire, you can find the 2019 Client Questionnaire&...
ACC Coverplus and Coverplus Extra
April 10, 2019
We have had a number of queries regarding the difference between ACC CoverPlus and CoverPlus Extra. ACC provides a good overview of the types of cover for self employed and how to apply for at: https://www.acc.co.nz/for-business/choosing-the-best-cover-optio...
Holiday cashflow blues
November 23, 2018
Many businesses start to worry about their bank balance around now. The holidays looming recall unpleasant memories of last year. All the regular expenses (wages, rent, suppliers and so on) are still due, but the people who pay you are either away on holiday or slow payers a...
PAYE filing is changing
November 19, 2018
Payday filing will be mandatory from 1 April 2019. This means employers will be required to file employment information every payday instead of monthly. If you file electronically (through a software provider or MYIR), you must file employment information within two wor...
Your Christmas health check
November 16, 2018
Do your Christmas housekeepingChase up unpaid invoices to encourage payment before Christmas to get cashflow off to a good start for the New Year.Make sure your voicemail message and website mention closing date info and emergency contact details. Who’s responding to work ...
Enjoy the bells and whistles without the tax headache
November 12, 2018
Parties and gifts are all part of the festive fun but they can cost a small fortune. Here’s a list of the rules around entertainment expenses so you know what’s deductible and non-deductible before you fork out for your staff and customers.To claim 100% of your customer ...
Checklist: Can your business survive the holiday period?
November 5, 2018
While the Christmas/New Year period is traditionally a slow time of year for business, you still need to meet your expenses. Ensure your bases are covered before you clock off for the year.
1. Plan aheadDo a budget to figure out how much you are going to need to cover y...
Accounting from an accountants perspective
September 12, 2018
Here at Ogiers, we have a number of qualified accountants who have degrees and are all members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand. So what does this mean for you as a client?
It does mean that we have a degree in commerce, have gained...
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