As a sole trader in New Zealand, finding the right accounting software is crucial for managing your finances efficiently. While Xero is a popular choice, there are several other alternatives worth considering. In this article, we'll explore the top Xero alternatives for sole traders in New Zealand, along with user reviews and information on popular invoicing apps.

If you are tired of the traditional approach to calculating and paying your provisional tax, it's time to explore an alternative method that aligns your tax obligations more accurately with your actual income.

According to the Income Tax Act in New Zealand, legal fees can be deductible if they are incurred for the purpose of deriving income or are directly related to a taxpayer's business activities.

We explore when it becomes uneconomic to use the FBT method for motor vehicles owned by companies in New Zealand.

Contractors and business owners based in New Zealand who can work remotely could take advantage of similar WFA arrangements at travel resorts around the world by making work the predominant purpose of their trip.

It is important to claim these expenses and bring them into your business.

We look at whether a trip overseas with some business activities can be claimed as a work expense.

Let's take a closer look at the undeniable benefits that Xero brings to the table.

How does Contracting and Taxes go together?

Projects in Xero offers a way for contractors, freelancers, startups and service based businesses to estimate and track time and costs on particular projects and provide useful project reports.