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March 27, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at March 27, 2017
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MERGER ANNOUNCEMENT It gives the Board of Directors of Quantum Auditors Incorporated great pleasure to advise that we have recently concluded a merger transaction with Lucro […]
February 28, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 28, 2017
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This budget is one of the most anticipated for many years with many questions still needing answers: How will the expected tax increases pan out? Will […]
February 28, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 28, 2017
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For ease of reference please find below – The new tax tables for individuals and trusts other than special trusts The new tax tables for Small […]
February 28, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 28, 2017
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In 2015 the Consumer Goods and Services (CGS) Code of Conduct took effect. It sets out minimum standards for the CGS industry to observe when dealing […]
February 28, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 28, 2017
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There are only run-of-the-mill deadlines for March. This is the season of finalising employee tax – Employee Tax IRP5 Certificates and your EMP501 Employer Reconciliation Declarations. […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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The second provisional tax payment for the 2017 tax year is due by 28 February. Taxpayers are required to estimate their total taxable income (i.e. including […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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Minister of Finance, Pravin Gordhan, makes his budget speech on 22 February and would like to hear your tips for the budget. To submit your suggestions […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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The Office of the Tax Ombud (“OTO”) was created in 2013 and despite initial doubts as to its role has carved a niche for itself and […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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In South Africa only about 10% of retail shopping is done online as shoppers still prefer to go to malls to do their shopping. The worst […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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One underrated but important aspect of an organisation is its ability to run effective meetings. Problems are identified and strategies are put in place to chart […]
February 1, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at February 1, 2017
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2016 was our annus horribilis with drought, political uncertainty, low commodity prices, rising inflation and a weak currency. From such a low base, economists are arguing […]
January 6, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at January 6, 2017
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“A fox knows many things, but a hedgehog one important thing” (Ancient Greek poet Archilochus) Looking into the future is one of the most important aspects of business. We […]
January 6, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at January 6, 2017
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“When you’re chewing on life’s gristle, Don’t grumble, give a whistle! And this’ll help things turn out for the best And always look on the bright […]
January 6, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at January 6, 2017
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Recent legislation has been passed which obliges trustees of sectional title schemes to set up a reserve for repairs, maintenance and asset replacement of the common […]
January 6, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at January 6, 2017
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In the life-span of a business, there will almost certainly be a protracted legal process. To a small or medium-sized business, this can prove ruinous as […]
January 6, 2017
Published by TGS South Africa at January 6, 2017
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The due date for provisional taxpayers via eFiling is 31 January 2017. Don’t forget, if you are involved in a dispute with SARS, the definition of […]
November 30, 2016
Published by TGS South Africa at November 30, 2016
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“Parting is such sweet sorrow” (Shakespeare) One of the predicted negatives from the Companies Act (the Act) and the King Codes was it would be difficult […]
November 30, 2016
Published by TGS South Africa at November 30, 2016
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Donald Trump will soon be the 45th President of the United States. So far he is still threatening to implement his populist campaign promises (e.g. partially […]
November 30, 2016
Published by TGS South Africa at November 30, 2016
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Failure by “designated” employers to lodge their employment equity reports on time risks severe penalties, with first offenders risking a fine of the greater of R1,5m […]
November 30, 2016
Published by TGS South Africa at November 30, 2016
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There have been many articles in the financial press over mandatory audit firm rotation (MAFR). This followed an announcement by the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors […]