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30 August 20264 min read
The EMP501 interim reconciliation covers the payroll period 1 March to 31 August 2026. The submission window opens mid-September with a 31 October deadline. Here is what every employer needs to prepare.
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Business Tips5 min read
One of the first decisions every South African entrepreneur faces is how to structure their business. Here is an honest comparison to help you decide.
23 Aug 2026Read more
Business Tips4 min read
If you employ anyone who works 24 or more hours per month, you are required by law to register for UIF and contribute monthly. Here is what you need to know.
16 Aug 2026Read more
Business Tips4 min read
This Women's Month, we celebrate the women building businesses and creating financial independence. Knowing your numbers is where it starts.
09 Aug 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
If you earn income outside of a salary, you are likely a provisional taxpayer. Your first payment for the 2027 tax year is due 31 August 2026.
02 Aug 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
Tax filing season 2026 is open. Non-provisional taxpayers have until 23 October 2026 to submit. Here is what you need to get it right.
26 Jul 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
Four legitimate deductions most South Africans never claim, not because they do not qualify, but because nobody told them.
20 Jul 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
The May–June VAT period closed 12 days ago. The eFiling deadline is 31 July. Here is where your records should be right now — and what to do if you are behind.
12 Jul 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
The May–June VAT period closed on 30 June. You now have 26 days to review your figures and submit your return before the 31 July eFiling deadline.
05 Jul 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
Your May–June VAT period closes in 2 days. Here is what you need to capture before midnight on 30 June — and your plan for the July deadline.
28 Jun 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
To all the business-owning dads out there — happy Father's Day. A quick reminder that your May–June VAT period closes on 30 June. This post will take 4 minutes. Then get back to your braai.
21 Jun 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
Your May–June VAT period closes on 30 June 2026. Most business owners only think about VAT when the deadline is days away. Here is how to make sure your records are ready.
14 Jun 2026Read more
Tax Tips2 min read
Your May–June VAT period closes on 30 June 2026. The eFiling deadline is Friday, 31 July 2026. Now is the time to get organised — not the last week of July.
07 Jun 2026Read more
Tax Tips2 min read
The May 30th eFiling deadline has passed. If you missed it, here's exactly what to do right now.
31 May 2026Read more
Tax Tips3 min read
The eFiling deadline is Friday, May 30th. You have 6 days to submit both your March and April VAT returns. Here's your plan.
24 May 2026Read more
Tax Tips6 min read
Your April VAT201 is due in 13 days—on Friday, May 30th. Here's your strategic plan to submit early and avoid the final-week rush.
17 May 2026Read more
Tax Tips6 min read
Your April VAT201 is due in 8 days. This is your last chance to submit without stress. Here's your final-week game plan.
17 May 2026Read more
Tax Tips5 min read
Your April VAT201 is due in exactly 15 days. Here's your focused action plan to submit early, avoid penalties, and close this task with confidence.
10 May 2026Read more
Business Tips5 min read
April is officially behind you. Here's how to make May your most organized month yet—regardless of how messy April was.
03 May 2026Read more
Record Keeping6 min read
Four days left until May. Here's your focused game plan to close April cleanly and start the new month ahead of the game.
26 Apr 2026Read more
Tax Planning5 min read
The first full month of your financial year is almost done. Here's what you need to finalize this week—and what to prepare for in May.
19 Apr 2026Read more
Tax Tips4 min read
We're nearly two weeks into April, and the new VAT threshold has been in effect for 11 days. Here's what you should have tackled by now—and what to prioritize if you haven't.
12 Apr 2026Read more
Tax Planning4 min read
As the new tax year begins, it's crucial to set up your financial systems correctly. Here's your complete guide to starting the 2027 tax year on the right foot.
29 Mar 2026Read more
Business Tips3 min read
Don't let the new tax year catch you off guard. These two critical tasks should be at the top of your priority list.
22 Mar 2026Read more
Record Keeping5 min read
Mid-March is the perfect time to assess your financial record-keeping before the tax year ends. Here's what to check.
15 Mar 2026Read more
Tax Planning6 min read
New tax year, new opportunities. Learn about the updated allowances and how to take full advantage of them.
08 Mar 2026Read more
Business Tips4 min read
The 2027 tax year is here. Time to set up your books for success with our comprehensive guide to starting fresh.
01 Mar 2026Read more
Tax Tips5 min read
With only days left before the provisional tax deadline, here's what you need to do to avoid penalties.
22 Feb 2026Read more