Inheriting a house can be a life-changing event, but it can also come with financial responsibilities. In South Africa, inheritance tax is not applicable, but capital gains tax may apply…
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Sulette Ferreira, an emigration therapist, made this phenomenon the subject of her PhD study entitled Parents left behind in South Africa after the emigration of their adult children: An experiential…
Are you looking for the ultimate delicious treat for parties, church bazaars, weddings, christenings, school cake sales, braais, or other celebrations? You can never go wrong with milk tart cupcakes!…
The South African Reserve Bank’s Financial Surveillance Department (FinSurv) issued four new circulars in May this year amending the Currency and Exchanges Manual for Authorised Dealers (AD Manual). This important…
If you are planning to leave South Africa permanently or you have already relocated abroad, you will need to apply for a non-resident tax status confirmation letter from the South…
Boerewors needs no introduction to the average South African, or their nearest friends, for that matter. This delectable braai sausage crammed with beef mince (sometimes a bit of lamb or…
The sourcing and retention of highly skilled and competent staff is an important consideration for any employer. Various methods are employed to ensure that the best quality personnel are attracted…
Financial planners and their clients have, as part of the estate planning process, been using interest free loans (or loans at very low interest rates) for a long time to…
Once upon a time, way back in the day – and we mean way back in the day when farmhouses were the norm and having a respected “lady of the…
If the thought of going through the emigration process seems daunting, you’ll be pleased to know that some countries are making it easier for those who wish to join them….