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Top Complaints Against SARS – And How We Help You Avoid Them
“He said that there was death and taxes, and taxes were worse, because at least death didn’t happen to you every year.” (Terry Pratchett) In SARS jargon, a ‘systemic issue’ is the underlying cause of a complaint that affects many taxpayers. These systemic issues may...
The Emotion-Based Money Decisions That Could Be Costing Your Business
“Financial planning causes a struggle between the rational brain and the emotional brain.” (Michael C. Finke, author of Money Management Skills) You didn’t start your business to become a psychologist. But understanding the way emotions creep into your decisions...
Your Tax Deadlines for September 2025
05 September – PAYE submissions and payments 25 September – VAT manual submissions and payments 29 September – Excise duty payments 30 September – VAT electronic submissions and payments, CIT Provisional Tax payments and PIT top-up Provisional Tax payment where...
Busting the Accounting Myths That are Burying Your Business
“People with limited understanding of business think that it’s all about making profits. But those who actually run businesses know that it’s all about managing cash flows.” (Cedric Chin, entrepreneur and management training consultant) Most business owners aren’t...
SARS’ Crypto Crackdown Intensifies with Dedicated Crypto Unit
“Transactions or speculation in crypto assets are subject to the general principles of South African tax law and taxed accordingly.” (SARS) A staggering 5.8 million South Africans hold a crypto asset, with Southern Africa boasting the largest uptake of Bitcoin in the...
6 Ways to Maximise Your Revenue Through Smarter Networking
“Networking is not about just connecting people. It’s about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities.” (Michele Jennae, business coach and author) Most entrepreneurs know they should be building a network, but not many know this...
Company Directors Take Note: Complying with Your Duties is a Big Deal
“A director must… act in good faith and for a proper purpose; in the best interests of the company; and with the degree of care, skill and diligence that may reasonably be expected…” (Companies Act of 2008) The first Guideline for 2025 issued by the CIPC (Companies...
Your Tax Deadlines for August 2025
07 August – PAYE submissions and payments 25 August – VAT manual submissions and payments 28 August – Excise duty payments 29 August – VAT electronic submissions and payments, Corporate Income Tax Provisional payments where applicable, and Personal Income Tax...
The 2025 Tax Filing Season Opens on 7 July
“My sincere gratitude goes to the compliant taxpayers and traders who have continuously played their part in building our country. Ndza khenza.” (SARS Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter) Tax Filing Season 2025 officially opens on 7 July this year. This covers the...
Don’t Let Your Best Ideas Go: Why You Must Protect Your Intellectual Capital
“Too many businesses only realise the value of intellectual capital when a key person leaves – or a competitor copies what they’ve built.” (Alicia Mendes, author of Futureproofing Through People) In the rush to raise capital, improve profitability or streamline...