Bentleys Chartered Accountants NZ

Budget 2026 has been released, with an earlier forecast return to surplus, targeted tax changes, and continued investment in core public services.

Our latest summary explores the key announcements and what they could mean for businesses, investors, charities, and not-for-profit organisations.

Read our key takeaways.
https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2026/05/29/budget-2026-what-it-means-for-you/

Payroll changes take effect 1 April 2026.
Now is the time to assess, adapt, and improve.

👉 Learn more here: https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2026/03/20/new-zealands-payroll-changes-a-positive-opportunity-for-business-improvement/

Are NZ real estate businesses being massively undervalued? Yes — and the numbers prove it.

Many strong real estate sales businesses are selling for 1x earnings, while average businesses in other industries sell for 4x or more.
The value gap is enormous — and avoidable.

If you’re considering succession, partial exit, or sale, the hidden enterprise value inside your business could be far greater than you realise.

👉 Read the full article to learn how to unlock it: https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2026/02/05/the-hidden-millions-inside-new-zealand-real-estate-sales-businesses/

Feeling stretched running your business?
Modern outsourcing can free up your time, reduce stress, and help you focus on the things that actually grow revenue and increase your personal wealth.

Our latest article explains how outsourcing works today — and why it’s more cost‑effective than ever.
👉 Read the full article: https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2026/01/27/the-smartest-way-business-owners-are-turning-time-into-wealth/

Tough year? You’re not alone, but the upswing is here. 📈

With the market stabilizing, now’s the moment to fine-tune your systems and gear up for a stronger 2026.

We’re giving real estate agencies a FREE Vault RE review (yes, free!) to help you streamline, save time, and maximise results.

👉 Read more and book your review here: https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2025/12/03/the-past-year-has-tested-every-real-estate-business-but-opportunity-is-ahead/

Congratulations! You’ve survived one of the toughest trading periods for
Motor Vehicle dealers have known.

The market is showing signs of recovery, and next year looks promising. Now is the time to position your business for success!

✅ Bentleys is offering a FREE Motor Central Software review to help you start
2026 strong.

👉 Read more and book your review here: https://www.bentleysauckland.com/2025/11/25/congratulations-you-have-survived-one-of-the-toughest-trading-periods-for-motor-vehicle-dealers-ever-known/

Great at selling homes, but not sure where the money goes? You’re not alone.

Many real estate agencies look strong at the top line - until the numbers tell a different story

🔗 Here are 5 accounting mistakes that could be costing your business more than you think.
https://bentleysauckland.com/Articles/5-accounting-mistakes-real-estate-agencies-and-how-to-avoid-them.html

Finding and keeping quality staff in New Zealand is tougher than ever. Outsourcing gives you access to skilled teams, flexible costs, and faster results — so you can focus on what matters most: growing your business.

See how outsourcing can transform your efficiency 👇
🔗 https://bentleysauckland.com/Articles/have-you-considered-making-your-business-more-efficient.html

🚨 Don’t bury your head in the sand.
IRD is stepping up enforcement — audits are up 50%, prosecutions have doubled, and they now have $35M in extra funding to catch non-compliance.

⚠ Take Action Now
If you’ve been contacted by IRD or suspect unresolved tax issues:
✅ Contact Inland Revenue immediately, or
✅ Reach out to Bentleys Chartered Accountants Limited.

We’ll help you navigate the process, make voluntary disclosures, and negotiate repayment plans. Early engagement can significantly reduce penalties and avoid prosecution.

Read more: http://bit.ly/3IP8SrF

📞 Contact Bentleys today — let’s keep your tax affairs in order.

💥 $869K stolen by an employee. Could this happen in your business?

Weak systems = big risks.

Strong controls = peace of mind.

🔍 Talk to Owen at Bentleys for a review of your processes.

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