SARS opened trust filing season on 19 September 2026. Trusts must file the ITR12T by 22 January 2027, including trusts that look dormant.
By: Dewald Theron
Profit First takes profit out of every rand before expenses, instead of treating profit as whatever is left. It is a cash habit, and it is not right for every business.
By: Dewald Theron
Digital payments are growing, but the Reserve Bank still finds cash in about 56% of consumer transactions by volume. For many small businesses, both still belong.
By: Dewald Theron
International Accounting Day on 10 November marks Luca Pacioli’s double-entry bookkeeping. It is a good moment to check that your business is getting the full use of a professional accountant.
By: Dewald Theron
Convincing emails, SMSs and WhatsApp messages are using SARS’ name to steal information and refunds. Here is what SARS will and will not ask you to do.
By: Dewald Theron
SARS has strict rules for entertainment expenses, for both income tax and VAT. A claim is likely to be flagged, so the records have to be in order before you claim.
By: Dewald Theron
Small businesses cannot always match corporate salaries. Flexibility, growth and a clear offer can still win candidates that a bigger paycheck would not.
By: Dewald Theron
Selling to the people who already know the business can give founders liquidity while keeping the company, the staff and the customers in place.
By: Dewald Theron
Work from IRP5/IT3(a) income, apply the SARS tables and rebates, then see tax owing or a refund. Use the personal income tax calculator for years 2018 to 2027.
By: Dewald Theron
