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Client Case Study - Peter Dawson, Dawson & Associates
We were previously using another accounting firm in Nelson but we felt like a small cog in the wheel. We were receiving very generic advice,
Client Case Study - On Cue Conferencing
Justine will go that extra length to understand an organisation, help them fulfil their obligations but make it valuable for them.
Client Case Study - Woofa Worx & Moggie Maintenance
It was obvious how passionate and motivated Justine is about her work, that came across straight away – it felt like a match.
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Marketing & Advertising Costs - What is tax deductible?
When budgeting for marketing and advertising costs, it's important to know what is a deductible expense or a depreciable capital cost.
Trustees’ obligations to keep and give trust information
Trustees have certain obligations for record-keeping and notifiable information. Download our guide on Trustees' obligations.
What is a Trust?
Trust Basics - You may have heard people talk about setting up a Trust or being a Trustee - but what does it all mean?
National & International Travel Expenses - What is 50% or 100% tax deductible?
Travel Expenses & Tax deductions explained. You may be able to claim an income tax deduction for travel expenses where they have a connectio
Tax Record-Keeping Requirements in New Zealand
Find out what records you have to keep to support the figures in your GST returns and the disclosure information required
Which legal fees are tax deductible?
This article summarises some of the common legal fees and income tax deductibility rules. Legal fee deductibility is a complex area.
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Sustainability Focus
How to Report on Sustainability Efforts: A Guide for the New Zealand Market
Reporting on your sustainability efforts is a way to demonstrate corporate responsibility and a means to build trust with stakeholders, including customers, investors, and the community at large
Will Sustainability Reporting Become Mandatory in New Zealand?
Even without mandatory regulations, consumer interest in sustainability is driving the movement faster than government change. New Zealand consumers increasingly prioritise sustainability in their purchasing decisions
Sustainability: What Is It and Do I Need to Pay Attention?
Economic benefits from sustainable practices can include cost savings, enhancing your reputation within your community, and tapping into a new trend of customers being increasingly influenced by a brand’s sustainability efforts and ethical practices.
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Growth with the help of private investors
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Is it time to review your businesses operating model?
Business is making, buying, selling or supplying goods or services for money, and our business model is our plan, people, systems and...
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What does your Business Operating Model look like?
How your business operates in principle is your business's operating model. It is a visual representation of your systems and processes,...
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Where to start ... when planning for a peak period
Lists aren't just for kids. Before your next busy patch arrives, tick off our checklist to ensure you are in the best possible shape for...
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Price Setting - The Balancing Act
Price setting is a part of the responsibility of being in business. Setting a price sends a message to the market. In this article, we...
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Restauranteurs & How to Increase Prices
Recently I went to a café where I was confronted by a notice on the door outlining they had increased their prices. I found it...
Jun 24, 2022
Business Success Quotes
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How to prepare for the new financial year
As the financial year comes to a close, we may be using the time to reflect on how the past year or years have gone, and what we have or...
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Showing Your Business Some Love – Happy Valentine's Day
As a business valuer, it is quite apparent when a business isn’t being loved. When the passion of the owner, or management team has...
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Guide to Starting a Business
Where to start? So you have this amazing idea, it has been gnawing away at you for a while. You’ve decided you’ve had enough of your...
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Business - Staying on-top of your growth - Part 1
In Business there is a lot to think about when we are growing. We’ve put together a short series of a few strategies to help you keep...
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