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Accountant, General, Good to know

A Guide to Accessing Funds That Can Help Your Small Business

There are various schemes available to assist SMEs with grants, business loans and “soft loans” and development programs. These schemes are primarily to support SMEs finance operating costs and expansion projects – however they mostly have an undertone of creating and protecting employment – together with training and skills development.

Good to know, Personal tax, SARS

Planning to Cease Being a South African Tax Resident? What You Should Know Before Approaching SARS

Informing SARS that you are ceasing to be a tax resident via any channel could result in unintended consequences, such as an audit or an unexpected tax liability. With increasing numbers of skilled and wealthy South Africans emigrating, the tax and other implications of this option should be well understood before any decisions are made, and SARS is best approached with the assistance of a trusted advisor.

General, Good to know

When, Why and Whose Jobs You Should Be Outsourcing

Knowing when, where and which services should be outsourced is going to be a critical step along the pathway to success. Optimizing this process will free up your time to focus on core business areas, while also bringing in fresh thinking and expertise that can invigorate the business, lead to fresh insights and take your company to the next level. So how do you know when it's time to outsource a particular task, and which tasks are those most in need of outsourcing?

General, Good to know, SARS

What The New Employment Tax Incentive Limits Mean for Your Business

In this article, we find out what the new limits are, look at a few ETI calculations to see the potential tax reduction, and draw attention to the pitfalls for employers to ensure this ETI incentive can be claimed successfully, allowing companies to employ more young people by sharing the cost with government.

Good to know, News, SARS

Multiple Income Streams? The PAYE Dangers and a New Option for Pensioners

A nightmare situation for many South African taxpayers is discovering after their year-end tax assessment that the PAYE they paid on various income streams during the year was not enough. The result is a substantial tax debt, which can often not be settled in time to prevent hefty late payment penalties and interest.

Good to know, News, SARS

SARS Makes SMME Tax Compliance Easier

Tax compliance among Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) has been forced into the spotlight by The South African Revenue Service (SARS) who in January launched a new monthly newsletter dedicated to the sector. The January issue covered the matter of tax compliance and revealed a number of new initiatives by SARS to streamline services and encourage smaller businesses to meet their tax obligations.

Company tax, Good to know, Personal tax

Budget 2022: Your Tax Tables and Tax Calculator

Have a look at the tax tables below for the new Individual and Special Trust income tax brackets, and for a convenient reminder of the various other taxes that remain unchanged.

Company tax, General, News, Personal tax

Budget 2022: Your Share of Billions in Tax Relief and Business Support

Calling it a “good story to tell”, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced, in his first Budget Speech, welcome respite from tax increases, tax relief of R5.2 billion for individuals and businesses, as well as further measures to support businesses in their economic recovery.

Debt tips, General, Good to know

Business Bankruptcy – Identifying the Main Causes and Avoiding this Outcome

Business bankruptcy is a reality - but by understanding what goes wrong, and what can be done to mitigate business money mistakes, you can put yourself in a better position to succeed as a business owner.

E-Filing, Personal tax, SARS

Tax Filing Season 2021: What You Need to Know

n May, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) announced that tax season 2021 would kick off on 1 July 2021. If you’re an individual taxpayer, you have until 23 November 2021 to eFile your taxes via SARS eFiling or the SARS MobiApp. The tax season start date remains the same if you’re a provisional taxpayer or are filing returns for a trust, however you’ll have until 31 January 2022 to submit your paperwork.

Accountant, General

Accounting strategies for small business success

Getting to grips with basic good accounting ‘manners’ for your small business from the outset can be the difference between a stable or flourishing business, and a floundering mess.

Personal tax

Home Office Tax Deductions

Can you claim tax deductions for working from home during the pandemic? What counts as a work office, and which tax deductions can you claim? We answer all your questions around home office tax deductions.