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What can you do about employees who didn't show up to work because of today's taxi strike?

It's a jungle in Jo'burg this morning. Not only is the heavy raining causing havoc on the roads, but thousands of workers are stranded due to today's National Taxi Alliance (NTA) strike. And that's bad news for your business. Here's what you need to know about how to handle employees who couldn't [read more...]

How to avoid a Miss SA type nepotism scandal in your workplace

There's a fresh scandal surrounding the Miss South Africa pageant. A few weeks back, news reports indicated that the general public wasn't happy with the choice of judges for the pageant. Now there's a rumours of t. And it's put the spotlight back on nepotism in the workplace. [read more...]

Strikes: What does 'issue in dispute' mean?

News reports this morning indicate that government intends to meet with the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu) today in a last ditch attempt to halt a mass strike in the mining sector. The looming strike, which is expected to have a devastating impact on the economy, has [read more...]

tax returns

  • Deadline approaching: There are only 25 days left till your turnover tax is due!
  • There's nothing worse than leaving things to the last minute. And, when it comes to tax, doing this can spell disaster for your company. That's why we're issuing this urgent warning today: The 2014 turnover tax deadline is looming. In fact, it's only 25 days away!... ››› more
  • [03 February 2014]
  • What is a partnership and what are the tax consequences?
  • The tax treatment of partnerships is very different to that of companies? That's because you and your partners are personally liable for any tax owed by the partnership. Sounds confusing? It's not. Continue reading to find out everything you need to know about partnerships and its tax consequences.... ››› more
  • [29 January 2014]
  • How to complete your Income Tax Return by eFiling
  • Did you file your 2013 tax returns at your SARS branch? If so, that doesn't have to be case next year. You can use e-Filing, it's much simpler and you don't have to wait in long lines. Here's how to complete your Income Tax Return on eFiling.... ››› more
  • [12 December 2013]
  • Is the Vatican ready for its audit, or will the Pope be coughing up thousands in audit fees?
  • US accounting firm Ernst & Young is getting ready to audit the finances of the Vatican City, with its 19 000 accounts. Apparently Pope Francis wants to clear financial skeletons out of the Vatican's closet... But is the Vatican prepared for the audit? Or will it be coughing up thousands in audit fees? And will you do the same when SARS knocks on your business's door?... ››› more
  • [20 November 2013]
  • How an ATR from SARS could keep you clear of tax penalties
  • Our new tax ombud, retired Judge Bernard Ngoepe, has resolved his first case already, one involving Vat. He's pleased with this positive start he's gotten off to, and he's quick to point out that his role is to deal with service issues, not with issues of tax law interpretation. If, on the other hand, you need clarity on your interpretation of tax law, you can ask SARS for an Advance Tax Ruling (ATR). It's when you write to SARS, explaining your situation and circumstances, and your interpretation of the tax law. And SARS will respond, either agreeing with your interpretation, or giving you guidance on the correct interpretation.... ››› more
  • [19 November 2013]
  • Applying for new Tax Clearance Certificate? Here are your two options
  • As you know, you must get a new Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) every time you apply for a tender or contract. But how do you apply for this certificate? Here are two ways...... ››› more
  • [08 November 2013]
  • Four ways SARS target YOUR company for a tax audit
  • SARS is always on the lookout for non-compliant behavior. For example, it'll identify risks by asking specific questions on tax returns and by sending out payroll and transfer pricing questionnaires. These are just some of the means SARS uses to target you for a tax audit. Here are four more ways SARS can target your business.... ››› more
  • [30 October 2013]
  • One tool to submit your tax return by 22 November 2013 if you're eFiling
  • If you're anything like me, you leave things till the last minute. Normally I'd do the same with submitting my tax return. But it's just as well I chose to start the process early this year. It wasn't as straightforward as loading my return, filling in my details and hitting submit. I had all sorts of additional expenses I needed to claim. And I had no idea where to start. It's just a pity I didn't use this one tool...... ››› more
  • [24 October 2013]




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