If you live abroad and are due an inheritance from a South African estate, you may be surprised to learn that the slowest part of the process is often not…
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When one partner leaves South Africa before the other, the two of you end up with different tax residency statuses. That mismatch brings real financial planning risks. It affects the…
When a South African expat permanently returns to South Africa, it has important tax consequences. This is especially relevant to expats with foreign income. It will also affect anyone with…
Where you spend your retirement isn’t just a lifestyle question. It’s also a financial one, and the numbers can look very different depending on which side of the border you’re…
Give your spouse a car, settle their bond, move an investment portfolio into their name, and no tax question arises. Currently, donations between spouses are exempt, with no cap and…
Retiring abroad is exciting, but it also raises important questions. For example, what happens to your South African pension income once you leave the country? In many cases, the answer…
Every year, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) updates its filing requirements, but the 2026 tax filing season sends a particularly clear message: staying compliant is no longer something you…
Working on a superyacht can be an incredible opportunity. You get to travel the world, earn a competitive salary and often receive generous tips from charter guests. But while your…
For many South Africans living abroad, ceasing South African tax residency feels like a clear milestone that’s naturally achievable. You’ve moved overseas, started a new job, opened local bank accounts…
For many South Africans living abroad, owning a property back home remains an important part of their financial journey. Whether it’s a family home, an investment property or a holiday…