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Martyn Ecroyd
Mar 26, 20241 min read
Your business plan
When confronted with difficulties or adversity, creating a business plan provides clarity and steps to overcome these. Spend time...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Mar 18, 20241 min read
Some common things businesses forget at tax time
Are you claiming all the business tax deductions that you are entitled to? Here are a few things that businesses often forget. Talk to...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Feb 28, 20242 min read
END OF FINANCIAL YEAR CHECKLIST
It’s end of financial year – time to start thinking about your annual accounts. What do you need to pull together so we can get it right...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Feb 9, 20242 min read
Your GST return is due soon
Do you have a return and payment due? GST returns and payment are due soon. Talk to us. We can help you with your tax obligations, so you...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Jan 29, 20242 min read
What are your business goals for the year ahead?
What will you do differently this year to enable your business to thrive? Conducting a past-year review with Marty will provide valuable...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 30, 20231 min read
Merry Christmas from us!
As 2023 draws to a close, we'd like to thank all of our clients for working with us and look forward to working closely together next...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 27, 20234 min read
10 hot questions to ask yourself as a business owner
Want to push your business to the next level? We’ve shared 10 hot questions to ask yourself as a business owner, with advice on how they...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 24, 20232 min read
A business budget will help with your financial decision making
Having control over your spending and expenses is a key part of good budgeting. Talk to us about your business plans. Budgeting is about...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 21, 20232 min read
Plain English guide to profit and loss
When you’re in control of your profit and loss (P&L), you have a tighter hold on the reins of your profitability. Read our Plain English...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 9, 20231 min read
How to grow your Trade Business
🚀 Ready for your trade business to take off? From hiring strategies to financial considerations, online presence to customer reviews –...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Nov 3, 20233 min read
Writing a business plan? We can help
A business without a plan is like a ship without a rudder. Have a read through our guide to writing a business plan and find out the...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Oct 5, 20232 min read
Plain English guide to cashflow
Positive cashflow is the beating heart of your business. Dive into our Plain English guide to cashflow and find out how to get in...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Sep 28, 20234 min read
Can ChatGPT replace your marketing team?
Can ChatGPT replace your marketing team? The short answer is no, but AI content writing can be a great productivity tool for any small...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Sep 21, 20233 min read
5 challenges for small business - and how to beat them!
Want to know how to beat the most common business challenges? We’ve highlighted five common challenges and the simple ways to overcome...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Sep 14, 20232 min read
Have you got a plan for growth in your business?
As a business owner, you can get bogged down in the demands of day-to-day business. We can help build your business plan and identify the...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Sep 11, 20232 min read
Understanding Your Profit and Loss Statement
Would you like to know more about the relationship between costs and revenue to make better business decisions? Book a session today to...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Sep 7, 20231 min read
What’s the difference between employees and contractors? And why does it matter.
Inland Revenue takes a tough stance on employers who ignore their PAYE obligations by treating employees as contractors. Make sure you...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Which business expenses can you claim against tax?
We’ve highlighted the business expenses that can (and cannot) be claimed against your IRD tax bill. Incurring expenses is an unavoidable...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Aug 24, 20233 min read
Proving your ongoing business viability
Proving that you’re a viable business. We’ve listed the main reasons why lenders and investors want to see solid financial statements...
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Martyn Ecroyd
Aug 17, 20233 min read
Take care of yourself, not just your business
53% of business owners suffer from stress and anxiety. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We can help you talk through your worries and...
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