Estate duty is one of those taxes that many people know about in theory, but very few actively plan for. It only becomes real when a
South Africa’s economy in 2026 presents a complex picture: inflation is moderating, yet the pressures on small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are anything but easing. From
In the early days of a business, structure is often accidental. People wear multiple hats, reporting lines hang loose, and “being agile” usually means figuring things
Bankruptcy is often framed as a consequence of low wages, unstable employment, or chronic financial hardship. It is rarely associated with seven-figure salaries, prestigious job titles,
Family trusts have long been a central feature of South African estate and wealth planning, with high-net-worth individuals using trust structures to protect assets and to
South Africa’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list has injected a much-needed dose of optimism into the economy, with the commercial property
The reasons for putting an investment in a child’s name may well be altruistic, but it could backfire when it comes to tax. I can’t believe
Is the Bank Still a True Business Partner? Putting the Relationship to the Test In today’s rapidly shifting financial landscape, the traditional relationship between banks and
‘n Voorspoedige 2026 word vir al ons T Roos & Kie kliënte en personeel toegewens! Mag julle elkeen ‘n jaar van onvoorwaardelike liefde, nimmereindigende vrede en
In the second part of this series, we focus on shares. If claiming against our car allowances is the number one thing that keeps us awake
What are the Capital Gains Tax implications of investing in unit trusts? Unit trusts, or collective investments to give them their proper name, have long been
Money may not be able to buy you love, but it sure can make or break it! Money can be a source of joy, opportunity, and
Nog ‘n jaar is verby en met die laaste nuusbrief van 2025 wil ons al ons kliënte bedank vir hulle ondersteuning en ‘n baie geseënde feestyd
When earning an income in South Africa, you are probably paying tax. The Income Tax Act 58 of 1962 (“the Act”) describes gross income as: “(i)
Financial operations form the backbone of every organisation, but when the technology that supports them is outdated, the ripple effect can be damaging. Slow systems increase
What keeps taxpayers awake at night? Judging by the many questions that I’ve been asked as a tax practitioner over the years, there is a definite
Rounding up our series on the three main worries for taxpayers, we discuss property. So, you now know how to claim your car expenses on your
Unless you’re at the 45% marginal tax rate, most losses can be set off against other income. If a person is not at the maximum marginal
Your will gives you the final say – even after you’re gone. A Michigan court has ruled that a handwritten document from 2014 is Aretha Franklin’s
GAAP / IFRS determines the accounting treatment, with tax largely following suit. Valuing your trading stock, also known as inventory, is a critical aspect of financial
Divorce mediation can be a win-win solution that cuts financial stress and trauma. Love is what gets couples in front of the altar. Sadly, when the
The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) changed South African contract law by introducing statutory remedies that differ from the traditional common-law breaches, such as
