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September 4, 2023

Will solar power increase the value of your home?

The upfront investment is high, which you’ll want to recover when you sell Stage 6 loadshedding is now firmly in effect, many South Africans are without […]
September 4, 2023

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 […]
September 4, 2023

Retirement planning – Distributing retirement fund death benefits

Allocating death benefits, and determining appropriate methods of payment Once the board of trustees has determined the beneficiaries and is satisfied that its proposed allocation is […]
July 28, 2023

Ways to navigate an interest rate hike in South Africa: The power of expert advice

When the sun is shining, it is the opportune time to fix the roof. This adage is especially true in the context of economic situations, where […]
July 28, 2023

Two retirement pots

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 […]
July 28, 2023

Rate hikes: Are buyers over-reacting?

Historically, interest rate hikes have had a dampening effect on the South African residential property market, with homeowners reassessing their affordability in anticipation of higher monthly […]
May 11, 2023

Tax breaks for retirement funding

While there are very few tax breaks for individuals, some huge ones are available for retirement funding Retirement tax breaks in South Africa are designed to […]
May 11, 2023

The new SARS solar energy tax credit

The tax credit for individuals installing solar panels is here, for a limited time only. The proposed new law regarding the tax credit available to individuals […]
May 11, 2023

What happens to your deposit if the home sale falls through?

It depends on which party is responsible. It’s every home buyer’s worst nightmare. You find your dream home; your offer is accepted; and you pay a […]
May 11, 2023

Softening the rate hike blow

Ways to reduce your monthly home loan repayments and other costs. Cost-cutting is on many people’s minds, as prices rise, and affordability becomes stretched. While potential […]
April 21, 2023

Tax certificate uploads: How to avoid SARS issues

Check, check, and check again… THE SARS e-filing system has come a long way from its humble beginnings, and it is clear that the tax office […]
April 21, 2023

Networking online

How to make professional connections remotely-and why it matters. On paper, networking is a relatively simple task. Mingle with like-minded professionals while sipping wine and you […]
April 21, 2023

How to obtain a home loan: Things to consider before you apply

With most of the major interest rate hikes now out of the way, 2023 is set to provide a more stable environment for financially savvy, would-be […]
April 21, 2023

IRP5 not uploaded? Expect significant delays

When an employer’s failure to upload an IRP5 brings SARS to a grinding halt. One of my clients has recently retired—and like all retirees, they went […]
October 21, 2022

Resigning with immediate effect, or not?

Employees often consider to immediately terminate their employment relationship due to a new opportunity arising or to avoid responsibility when faced with disciplinary procedures. Employment relationships are governed by an […]
October 21, 2022

Retirement and your ‘second wind’

With improved healthcare and the trend towards healthier lifestyles, many people are living to a ripe old age.  Make sure that your money lasts as long […]
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 […]
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