How to start a business in NZ: a step-by-step guide
A complete step-by-step guide to starting a business in New Zealand - covering registration, GST, business insurance, invoicing and getting paid on time.
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Starting a Business guides for NZ tradies
Practical starting a business advice for trade businesses in New Zealand.
Sole trader vs company in NZ: which business structure is right for you?
Compare sole trader and company structures in NZ: liability, tax, setup costs, admin, and when to switch. Practical guidance for NZ tradies and business owners.
Read guide →Becoming a sole trader in NZ: how to set up and what you need
A practical guide to setting up as a sole trader in NZ - IRD numbers, GST, ACC, insurance, record-keeping and invoicing, all in one place.
Read guide →GST registration in NZ: when you must register and how to do it
Everything NZ tradies and service businesses need to know about GST registration - the $60,000 threshold, how to register via myIR, and what to do next.
Read guide →Contractor vs employee in NZ: what's the difference and which are you?
Contractor or employee in NZ? Learn the legal difference, how NZ courts test it, the tax and leave implications, and what cover contractors need.
Read guide →Business plan template for NZ tradies and small businesses (free)
A free one-page business plan template for NZ tradies and small businesses - with fill-in-the-blanks sections for pricing, marketing, and insurance.
Read guide →How to start a business in NZ with no money
A practical guide to starting a trade or service business in New Zealand with little or no money - from sole trader setup to getting your first customers.
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