Does a Wellington business cover the Hutt and Kapiti?
Many do, but the further ends of the region carry travel time and it shows in the quote. NovaPay asks businesses covering your end first — the Kapiti Coast in particular is served by its own trades rather than by the city.
Why do Wellington quotes ask about access and steps?
Because they are most of the labour. Carrying materials up sixty steps or working off a boundary with no parking is genuinely a different job to the same work on a flat Hamilton section, and a quote that ignores it is the one that gets revised on the day.
How much does an accountant cost in NZ?
It depends on the structure and the state of your records far more than on the accountant. A sole trader return and a company with a rental and a trust are different pieces of work. Ask for a fixed annual fee rather than an hourly rate where you can.
Do I need a chartered accountant?
Not for most small business work, but CA or CPA membership means the person is qualified, insured and subject to a professional body. Ask which they hold before you engage them.
Can I change accountants mid-year?
Yes, and it is more routine than people expect. Your new accountant will normally request your records from the previous one directly.
When are New Zealand tax returns due?
For most individuals and businesses the return is due by 7 July for the year ended 31 March, though registering with a tax agent usually extends that. Your accountant will confirm the date that applies to you.