Guides

Practical guides for New Zealand business owners, written based on the questions I often get asked.

Starting out

A beginner’s guide to starting a new business in New Zealand

Sole trader or company, what you actually need to charge, GST, ACC, how much tax to put aside, and keeping a steady funnel of work.

About a 20 minute read

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ACC CoverPlus Extra: is it worth it?

What standard ACC cover would pay if you were hurt in your first year or two of self-employment, or after a quiet year, and how CoverPlus Extra compares.

About a 6 minute read

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