IRD CRACKS DOWN: $228M in Undeclared Income! What This Means for NZ Property Investors
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.In this episode, we're diving into the latest and most significant news for the New Zealand property market. The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has just revealed that its tax investigations into property investors and developers are paying off—BIG TIME! 💰We break down the shocking numbers from a recent Business Desk article, including a staggering $228 million in undeclared income discovered in just one financial year. This is a massive 46% increase from the previous year, all thanks to new government funding for tax compliance efforts.What You'll Learn:The IRD’s New Strategy: We reveal where the IRD is focusing its efforts and getting the biggest returns.Who’s Being Targeted? Find out why developers, flippers, and those with GST issues are the main targets, with an average tax bill per case in the hundreds of thousands.Brightline & Rental Property Owners: We look at how the Brightline test is catching speculators and how undeclared income from rental properties, while smaller per case, still adds up to millions.Your Wake-Up Call: This isn't about tax evasion; it’s about getting your house in order. We share expert advice on why you need a proactive approach with a qualified property accountant.Essential Advice for Investors: Learn how to stress-test your portfolio, manage cash flow anxiety, and build a resilient property business that can weather any storm.Don't wait for the IRD to contact you. This is a zero-tolerance environment, and staying compliant is your best strategy.Links & Resources:Read the full Business Desk article here: https://businessdesk.co.nz/article/property/fourth-quarter-ird-tax-surge-finds-75m-more-from-property-investors-developers👉 Join our FREE property investment events to learn more: www.propertyapprentice.co.nz👉 Or book a chat with our team today! https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/free-strategy-call/Got questions? Drop them in the comments below! 👇#nzproperty #propertyinvesting #kiwiretirement #IRD #nzrealestate #propertytax #landlordtips #nzbusiness #brightline #GSTSupport the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Topic #1: Good Returns 9th of September- Slumping house prices good news for first home buyersTopic #2: RNZ 9th of September - Wellington house prices slump 30 percent from peak, QV saysTopic #3: TradeMe 9th of September - House prices up for the first time in over a yearTopic #4: The Mortgage Mag 11th of September - Keeping a lid on house prices – housing supply outpaces population growthTopic #5: NZ Adviser 10th of September - KiwiSaver grows to $123bn but non-contributors risingRegister to you free online "How to Succeed with Property Investing" Events: https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/auckland-events/Support the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.
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Why Wealthy Foreigners Are Buying Their Way Into New Zealand
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Topic #1: Good Returns 2nd of September- Mortgage defaults improve while lending risesTopic #2: Stuff 2nd of September - Housing is no longer NZ's economic heroin. Now what?Topic #3: The Post 1st of September - Zero growth year: ANZ predicts no house price growth for 2025Topic #4: Stuff 2nd of September - ‘Safe haven’: Wealthy Americans flock to buy their way into NZTopic #5: Ministry of Housing and Urban Development 1st of September - Annual rental price index updateRegister to you free online "How to Succeed with Property Investing" Events: https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/auckland-events/Support the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.
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Will NZ Outperform Australia? What This Means for Property Prices
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Will New Zealand’s economy really outperform Australia over the next few years? And what does this mean for property investors and first-home buyers?In this episode, Paul from Property Apprentice breaks down:Why Westpac expects NZ to outpace Australia economicallyHow OCR cuts and affordability improvements are creating a unique buying windowWhy Sydney’s $1.7M median price makes NZ property look affordableWhat the next 6–12 months could mean for buyers, investors, and upgradersWhy NOW is the time to plan before the market heats up againThe Reserve Bank of New Zealand has already dropped the OCR by 250 basis points, with more cuts likely before year-end. Meanwhile, housing affordability has improved significantly—from 57% to 44% of median household income. But this window won’t last as demand from buyers and investors picks up.If you’ve been waiting to make a move in property, now is the time to get advice and prepare.👉 Join our FREE property investment events to learn more: www.propertyapprentice.co.nz👉 Or book a chat with our team today! https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/...📌 Don’t wait until rates drop further—by then, the competition will be back in full swing!#NZProperty #PropertyInvestment #OCR #InterestRates #RealEstateNZ #FirstHomeBuyer #MortgageRatesSupport the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.
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Is the NZ Housing Crisis Finally Over? | Lessons from the Last Decade
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Topic #1: Oneroof 11th of August - Has NZ finally solved its housing crisis? Ten years after soaring prices triggered nationwide panicTopic #2: Good Results 13th of August - Gloomy home ownership resultsTopic #3: RNZ 14th of August - More people making losses when selling their homesTopic #4: 1News 13th of August - Warning after real estate agents caught altering sale agreementsTopic #5: RNZ 13th of August - Living apart together or bird nesting? Divorce in a tough property marketRegister to you free online "How to Succeed with Property Investing" Events: https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/auckland-events/Support the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.
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