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Plain-English guides to NZ rental property tax. No jargon, no fluff — just what you need to know as a landlord.
Transitional rules for interest deductibility on pre-2021 vs. post-2021 purchases
Pre-2021 vs post-2021 rental property interest deduction rules. Full 100% deductibility restored from April 2025. Calculate your claims correctly.
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Calculating tax savings from 80% interest deductibility (April 2024 onward)
Calculate your exact tax savings from 80% mortgage interest deductibility on rental properties for the 2025 tax year, with worked examples and rates.
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The Bright-Line Test in 2026: A Plain-English Guide for NZ Landlords
Which bright-line period applies to your property? How much tax would you owe? A no-jargon walkthrough of every version of the test.
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7 Rental Deductions Most NZ Landlords Miss
Chattels depreciation, travel costs, pest control, and more. Seven legitimate deductions that could save you thousands a year.
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Interest Deductibility Is Back: What NZ Landlords Need to Know
Mortgage interest is fully deductible again from 2025/26. Here's the phase-in schedule, what it means in dollars, and the ring-fencing trap to watch for.
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Selling Your Rental Property? The Tax Costs Nobody Warns You About
Bright-line tax, depreciation clawback, agent fees, and more. A realistic breakdown of what you'll actually walk away with.
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