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Is there a capital gains tax in NZ?

Yeah, na - it’s complicated. Let’s take a closer look.

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 2 May 2024 | 4 min read

What are capital gains?

And what is capital gains tax?

Does New Zealand have a capital gains tax?

New Zealand does not have a comprehensive capital gains tax.

The Bright Line Rule explained

How Bright Line tax is calculated

If New Zealand ever does have a capital gains tax it's likely that the family home will be excluded.

How to pay tax on a Bright Line sale

Does New Zealand tax capital gains on other assets?

Before you buy and sell a property you should always be aware of the tax implications.

Should New Zealand have a capital gains tax?

Support for capital gains tax

Opposition to capital gains tax

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