Buying shares

The tax consequences of purchasing private or closely held company shares vary depending upon one’s motive.

About capital allowances

These encourage you to spend capital on building facilities for the creation of income.

Putting a price on goodwill

When a business is sold, there’s an important intangible element, over and above the assets of the company and the income stream, that has to be taken into account.

Your gateway to Europe

Farmers looking at international diversification of their farming operations should look to Switzerland as a platform from which to trade.

Compensation for lessees

Why both parties need expert legal advice in drawing up a leasehold agreement.

Privatise it!

A radical idea that could lead to safer roads, wealthier municipalities – and tax savings.

Protecting your heirs

When it comes to important ‘personal’ documents, such as wills and antenuptial contracts, be sure you agree with all the clauses before signing.

Who is fooling who?

Who will foot the bill for government’s extravagance when SA’s taxpayers leave to pay tax in countries that appreciate their efforts? It’s something Gordhan and his sidekicks need to bear...

Registering as a VAT vendor

This is a big step to take, but the rules involved are fairly easy to understand.

Contesting a will’s validity

Someone can change their last will and testament right up to the date of their death and disputing a will’s validity can be an extremely tough task.

Putting on a brave face

Finance minister Pravin Gordhan’s budget speech was upbeat in tone, despite the uncertain economic outlook. Below are some of the aspects that are relevant to farmers.

The difference between success and failure

What’s the difference between a successful company and one that battles? I searched my files to find enterprises that fall into both categories.

Creating a successful partnership

Partnerships are highly risky, or so we're told. But two horses pulling together can produce more pulling power than one horse.

Better safe than sorry

Every farmer has to be vigilant and watch out for changes that could adversely affect their farming operation.

Stealing land

The Green Paper on Land Reform has been widely criticised in the media. However, quite apart from the mainstream� arguments that focus on the substantive issues it raises, my objection...

The Green Paper on Land Reform

This discussion document recently issued by the government doesn't make for pleasant reading, especially if you're a farmer

Know your property rights

With the ANC Youth League eyeing your property, knowing what they believe and knowing your rights is crucial if we're to fight this wave of insanity

Tax and trips

Going abroad to buy a stud bull and treat your family to a holiday? With a bit of planning, you can enjoy tax deductions that weren't available in the past

A broker is your first investment

Investing is an art, with a view to the timing of various flows of taxable income, dividend streams, capital gains and expenditures on finance and maintenance. This means you need...

Be aware of VAT

With the right advice, you can put yourself in a position to claim back most of the VAT your business pays. But if you slip up, it will cost you.

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