As a small business owner, maintaining a positive relationship with your bank can be a cornerstone of your business’ success.  

There are many reasons people go into business, including having a new bright idea, wanting to change the world, wanting to be their own boss or thinking they can do better than other businesses.

Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland senior accountant Hazel Ouwehand is packing, ready to fly out as a New Zealand swimming representative.  Her athlete’s uniform has prime position in her suitcase.

It is a natural to expect that some businesses won’t survive a recession. Would you know if one of your customers or suppliers is facing financial difficulty?

As we head towards the middle of 2024, high interest rates and inflationary pressures have made it harder than usual for Kiwi businesses to thrive.

Making any investment in a business should be well considered and there is no difference when that business is a franchise.

Are you a sole trader or a contractor? As your business grows, you may find that you need to employ staff and take on a more sophisticated structure. A company structure can provide many benefits and allow you to scale up your business.

Financial budgeting is regarded as the backbone of sound financial management for businesses of all sizes, and can guide your business to meet its financial goals and objectives.

A love of plants is what led Hawke’s Bay husband and wife Gillian Thrum and Phil Carson into business 26 years ago.

The DIY Kiwi mindset and ease of use that comes with accounting software has led to many business owners taking care of the bulk of their compliance needs themselves.

Greetings, business owners. Do you have a handy task list ready to complete before the end of the year? If not, here are some ideas to give you a great head start for 2024 and help with good representation of your business brand over the holiday break.

Cash flow is one of the most important aspects of running a business. Without its proper management, businesses can quickly find themselves struggling to meet expenses, pay employees, or invest in growth opportunities. Below are some tips on how to maintain healthy cash flow.