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October 21, 2022

Two retirement pots: Limited access, compulsory preservation

Is the proposed two-pot retirement system ‘stirring the pot’ in the retirement fund industry? The draft tax legislation released by National Treasury on 29 July 2022 […]
September 14, 2022

Top 10 causes of insurance claims

A fire at a busy warehouse leaves a company struggling to replace its buffer stock; a ransomware attack paralyses a company’s IT systems; the use of […]
September 13, 2022

Submit your return on time, or face penalties

Non-residents and earners of foreign income are also receiving extra attention this year The tax season for the 2022 tax year has just started, and it […]
September 13, 2022

Think before you sign: 5 things to consider before signing a contract

The simple definition of a contract is where an offer by one party is accepted by the other party. These parties are the contracting parties. There […]
August 22, 2022

10 tips for excellent cash flow management

Are you sitting down? Let us share a frightening statistic with you. In a report published by FinFind in November 2020, it was found that 42.7% […]
August 22, 2022

Is your business covered for loss of income?

It’s all well and good being paid out for your assets, but what about the foregone earnings in the meantime? Small business owners who have a […]
August 22, 2022

Your retirement ‘gift’ to SARS

Tax payable on your retirement lump sum In last month’s issue of Tax Breaks, we dealt with the tax treatment of retirement lump sums when one […]
August 22, 2022

Distributing retirement fund death benefits

Step 1: Identifying and tracing dependents Section 37C of the Pension Funds Act places a clear and onerous duty on the board of trustees to determine […]
June 20, 2022

Who qualifies for a special trust and how is it taxed?

Unlike “conventional trusts” that are taxed at a flat tax rate, a special trust is taxed on the same sliding scale applicable to natural persons. The […]
June 20, 2022

Can neighbours interfere in building plans?

Disputes between neighbours tend to ensue where an owner decides to build on or renovate their property and the neighbouring owner believes that such building works will have a detrimental […]
June 20, 2022

How a data-driven culture can transform your business

In today’s digital era, data has become an essential resource for businesses to grow and thrive in a competitive market. But not all companies are taking […]
April 19, 2022

How your business can lead your industry with R&D

Google, Tesla, Apple … These are all companies that we associate with innovation and technological advancement. Of course, we know that the developments that they make in […]
April 19, 2022

How will the 2022 Budget changes affect you?

The annual National Budget Speech was delivered on 23 February 2022 by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Practitioners are getting to grips with some of the more […]
April 19, 2022

Avoid overworking your staff – here’s how

Everyone handles life’s pressures differently, which is no exception at the workplace. Some job-related stress may be unavoidable, such as leading a meeting for the first […]
February 23, 2022

Talent mobility is the key to the future of work

In today’s dynamic business environment, the need to adapt and keep up with client demands, changing market conditions, technology innovation, and increased globalisation, makes it imperative […]
February 23, 2022

Retirement saved from controversial tax proposal

When an individual ceases to be a South African tax resident prior to retirement from a South African retirement fund and becomes tax resident of another […]
February 23, 2022

Do actions speak louder than words in the business world?

It’s one thing to claim your company is customer-orientated, but talk can be cheap regarding what matters most to your business. The businesses that serve their […]
December 2, 2021

The ups and downs of property co-ownership

Property ownership is no small feat. It is one of the most reliable forms of investment and one of the biggest items that most people have […]
December 2, 2021

Getting the facts straight in disciplinary hearing notices

When an employer institutes a disciplinary hearing against an employee, the employee is entitled to know and understand the nature of the charge(s) against him/her. As […]
December 2, 2021

Deceased’s will declared invalid, despite clear wishes

The Wills Act sets out the requirements for a valid Last Will and Testament. For a will to be valid, it must be signed and witnessed. […]
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