by Emile Hattingh | Sep 26, 2025 | SARS
An arm’s length transaction is a business deal where the parties act independently, without influence from personal or professional relationships, and negotiate terms based solely on market forces. This principle ensures fairness, transparency, and...
by Emile Hattingh | Aug 15, 2025 | SARS
🧾 Understanding the Requirements for Provisional Tax. Provisional tax often sounds more intimidating than it really is. It’s not a separate tax—just a system designed to help taxpayers spread their income tax payments across the year, rather than facing a large lump...
by Emile Hattingh | Jul 11, 2025 | SARS
Each year, thousands of South Africans receive auto-assessments from SARS and assume their tax affairs are sorted. But accepting the auto-assessment without a second thought could cost you—in refunds, compliance, and peace of mind. Below, we break down common myths...
by Emile Hattingh | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
We have all heard about “FICA” if it is to open a new bank account or buying or selling a property, we are all reminded about “FICA” all the time, but what does “FICA” mean, and what does it stand for? Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001 The act (“FICA”) was...
by Emile Hattingh | May 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
When considering financial planning and asset distribution, few things are as crucial as having a valid and well-structured will. Despite its significance, many individuals delay or overlook this essential document, believing it’s only necessary in old age or for the...
