Thames Bookkeeping Solutions

06/08/2026

31/07/2026

Month-end chaos got you buried in receipts? Let Thames Bookkeeping Solutions rescue your books! We’ll handle the backlog and categorize your transactions, so you can focus on growing your business. Book a free consult today. 📞 027 511 3285

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07/07/2026

If your business earns the majority of its revenue in summer — and most Thames-Coromandel operators do — your GST and Provisional Tax obligations don't take a holiday in winter.

Three things to know right now:

1. GST filing doesn't care about your quiet months. Whether you're on a 1-monthly, 2-monthly, or 6-monthly basis, IRD expects accurate, on-time returns. Late filing penalties start at $50 and compound fast.

2. Provisional Tax is calculated on last year's income — not this year's reality. If you had a strong summer 2024/25, you may have a significant Provisional Tax bill due even if this winter has been slow.

3. The standard uplift method adds 5% to your prior year tax. With TCDC's seasonal economy, that can mean paying more than you actually owe. Ask your bookkeeper if the Estimation Method suits you better.

Getting this right before your next GST Return is Due... Don't leave it to create a problem at year-end.

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Fiona Jordan 027 511 3285

19/05/2026

Working from home? Stop guessing your GST claims and let us handle the magic for your business!

11/04/2026

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22/03/2026

Gold's recent decline in value is primarily driven by rising interest rates and a strong US Dollar, which increase the opportunity cost of holding an asset that pays no yield.
Mark Moss adds a logistical layer to this, explaining that geopolitical conflicts in 2026 have physically "stranded" gold in global hubs like Dubai, forcing dealers to sell at a discount because they cannot ship the heavy metal.
Historically, gold often drops during the initial phase of a crisis when investors are forced to liquidate their holdings to raise quick cash for other losses.
Ultimately, while gold remains a long-term store of value, its lack of portability compared to digital assets makes it vulnerable when physical infrastructure and global trade routes are disrupted.

There's a war happening right now. The US, Israel, Iran, an active conflict. And while everyone's watching the geopolitics and the oil price and the missiles...