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Navigating financial emigration

16 April 2025,  Dr Candice Reynders, Tanya Strauss

In recent years, South Africa has seen a notable rise in financial emigration. This shift comes with significant tax implications,... as individuals who cease to be tax residents must navigate complex regulations and financial considerations. Understanding these implications is crucial for anyone considering this move.

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Trust administration goes digital

10 April 2025,  Elani Volschenk, Nothando Khanyile

The Master’s Offices are rolling out QR-coded Letters of Authority countrywide and a fully online trust registration system in the... Gauteng Master’s Offices. Say goodbye to paperwork and hello to faster, more secure trust management!

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New SARS reporting puts trusts under the microscope

31 March 2025,  Elani Volschenk

SARS has issued stern warnings to trustees to ensure the accurate and honest submission of trust tax returns and made... it abundantly clear that trustees can no longer shift the responsibility of managing a trust’s tax affairs entirely to tax practitioners. This article aims to guide trustees on SARS’ latest tax reporting requirements. 

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Will AI be steering the future of M&A?

31 March 2025,  Ahmed Dhupli

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) will inevitably in some way become part of the day-to-day operations of most businesses.... In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have long been a vital strategy for companies looking to expand their reach, increase market share, or diversify their portfolios. 

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Car balloon payments: Pop goes your budget!

31 March 2025,  Palesa Mothibinyane

A car balloon payment may not be quite as festive as it sounds. Consumers often don’t consider the down-the-road impact... of a balloon payment. In this article, we look at the balloon payment structure and what consumers can do to manage this or alternatives that can be considered when procuring a vehicle.

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When does the Property Transfer clock start in a divorce?

31 March 2025,  Tasmia Ally

A recent Chief Registrar’s Circular has shed light on the challenges of determining the correct transaction date for divorce-related property... transfers—especially when settlement agreements are amended after the divorce. 

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To vote or not to vote: Post-Commencement business rescue creditors

31 March 2025,  Daniela Teixeira, Eldon Ward

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled on a critical issue in business rescue proceedings—can post-commencement creditors vote on rescue... plans? The Mashwayi Projects v Wescoal case brings much-needed clarity, shaping the future of business rescue in South Africa. Find out what this means for creditors, financially distressed companies, and the business rescue process.

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Can your cell phone get you fired?

31 March 2025,  Gauta Mokati

Using a cell phone has become so accepted that employees easily forget or ignore the fact that their use at... work may not be approved or allowed by the employer. However, failing to adhere to employer policies on cell phone use could potentially have serious consequences for an employee.

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The budget speech & your finances: What you need to know

26 March 2025,  André van Niekerk, Dr Damian Viviers, Francois Fouché, Tanya Strauss

Our expert panel unpacked key takeaways from the 2025 budget, ranging from potential tax changes to compliance shifts that could... impact personal and business finances and planning.

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Navigating financial emigration

16 April 2025,  Dr Candice Reynders, Tanya Strauss
In recent years, South Africa has seen a notable rise in financial emigration. This shift comes with significant tax implications,... as individuals who cease to be tax residents must navigate complex regulations and financial considerations. Understanding these implications is crucial for anyone considering this move.
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