ep 201 | Do we need a capital gains tax in New Zealand? - Listen -

ep 201 | Do we need a capital gains tax in New Zealand?

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Talk of a capital gains tax is back in the headlines. It’s hard to see a National-led government making any such changes to our tax system. However, it could be back on the agenda when we inevitably see a change of government. Do we need a capital gains tax in New Zealand, and what are the drawbacks of implementing such a radical change?

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