Non-Compliant Property Practitioners to soon be Practicing on Rented Time

Non-Compliant Property Practitioners to soon be Practicing on Rented Time

Property Practitioners, including Estate Agents, Candidate Estate Agents, and Property Managing Agents (“the Agents”), have for years been regulated by the Estate Agency Affairs Act, 112 of 1976 (“EAA”). However, this is soon to change with the enactment of the Property Practitioners Act, 22 of 2019 (“the Act”), signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa, […]

Withdrawal Of Exit Tax Confirmed As President Signs Tax Bills Into Law

Withdrawal Of Exit Tax Confirmed As President Signs Tax Bills Into Law

The President has given effect to the 2021 tax proposals by signing the relevant tax Acts into law. With the promulgation of the Taxation Laws Amendment Act No. 20 of 2021 (“TLAA”), Government’s promise to scrap the exit tax on retirement interests has been confirmed, at least for now.

Small Businesses Must Be Proactive In Their Tax Affairs

Small Businesses Must Be Proactive In Their Tax Affairs

The North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal inspires with its complex palate of greens. From lush wood forests, and sugar cane fields to a cornucopia of fruit trees. My favourite is that of the young mango, which, when sliced and salted and offered up with vinegar and curry powder, serves as a time travel device to childhood. […]

Big Dreams For The New Year To Expand Your Business?

Big Dreams For The New Year To Expand Your Business?

Your business has grown well during the previous year, and it is set to perform even better in the coming year. The adoption of technology further aided in your business reaching consumers or suppliers in different countries. Your next step is importing and exporting, but you have no idea where to start. 

The ‘Silent’ Changes Affecting South Africans Who Are Emigrating

The ‘Silent’ Changes Affecting South Africans Who Are Emigrating

The transition from the old emigration regime to the current regime – ceasing of tax residency, came with some relief. However, there were some silent changes that went unnoticed. The most notable change has been the requirement of a SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS PIN) for every capital transfer a Non-Resident/Non-Tax Resident makes to offshore.