Helping others should be the simplest thing in the world, but the truth is there’s a lot more red tape than you might expect. You’re just trying to run a community project, but then you’re told you need to register as an NPO, but everyone’s calling you an NGO, your accountant says it might help…

Whatever your line of work, moving from solo-business or freelancer to taking on staff is a big choice usually prompted by steady demand you can’t handle on your own. Taking on staff is about much more than finding an extra pair of hands, though. It also means committing to monthly salaries, tax deductions, UIF payments,…

Extending payment terms to 30, 60 or 90 days may feel like a smart business decision – but beneath the surface these terms could be draining your company more than you realise. Read on to discover the many ways these “invisible loans to your clients” are hurting you. Then, learn how you can take back…

Leading a business is time-consuming. There are myriad distractions vying to take your attention away from your core role of growing the business. If you aren’t decisive and effective, you’ll soon be lumped with productivity bottlenecks that drain both personal energy and company momentum. Thankfully, we’ve got some time-saving strategies that can help you reclaim…

The end of the year is the perfect time to wrap up loose ends, assess your business’s performance, and prepare for a successful year ahead. This checklist is a fantastic start. But consider reaching out to us for a tailored checklist for your unique business needs. We’d love to help you tick all the boxes…

Trust Tax Season 2025 opened in September and SARS has already issued reminders to trustees that all trusts, including those that are not economically active, must file a tax return before 19 January 2026. Read more here about the obligations SARS imposes on trusts and what’s changed this tax season – including the changes to…

Up-to-date management accounts can track performance, reveal trends and highlight opportunities, ultimately enabling better decisions and stronger growth. Read on to find out what management accounts can tell you about your business and how you can use these insights to plan ahead, stay in control and ultimately improve your bottom line. “Accounting is the language…

Many founders believe that sacrificing their own salary is a noble way to keep the lights on. In the early days, it can feel like a badge of honour: every cent goes back into the business, while you personally make do with less. Noble it may appear, but research suggests this approach often creates more…

The dramatic rise of SARS eFiling profile hijackings is being investigated by the Tax Ombud as a possible SARS systemic issue due to the number of complaints received from taxpayers regarding this prolific type of cybercrime. October is Cybercrimes Month, making it the perfect time to understand how your eFiling profile could be hijacked and…

There’s only one way to ensure you really have the last word about what happens to your assets – and that is a professionally drawn up and updated will. Read on to find out why it is so important that you have the last word. And learn how we can help you to draft a…