Understanding the Two-Pot Retirement System: Questions and Answers
As of 1 September 2024, significant changes have been introduced to the retirement landscape in South Africa with the implementation of the two-pot retirement system. This system allows members of pension funds, provident funds, and related schemes to access a portion of their savings while still working. With this shift, it is essential to understand […]
Cryptocurrency Trading in South Africa: Exchange Controls and Emerging Challenges
The untold story of Exchange Control Regulations. Cryptocurrency traders in South Africa have focused on understanding the tax implications of their transactions relative to the Income Tax Act. This has proved challenging, as SARS has merely stated that “the normal rules apply” without providing authoritative guidance concerning the various cryptocurrency-related transactions, and when profits are […]
Meet ElzaLize Steenkamp: Balancing Professionalism and Personal Touch
At Secundes, we are proud to have ElzaLize Steenkamp as one of our directors. With over a decade of experience in accounting and consultancy, ElzaLize plays a vital role in delivering tailored financial solutions to our clients. She began her journey with a B.Com Accounting degree from the University of Johannesburg. After a brief stint […]
Understanding the Foreign Services Income Exemption: The Requirement for Service Rendering
Many articles have been written about the application of the foreign income exemption provided for under Section 10(1)(o)(ii) of the Income Tax Act. This section provides for an exemption from South African tax from specific employment income earned while rendering services outside South Africa. The section limits such income qualifying for the exemption to any […]
Navigating Financial Growth: How Secundes Supports Your Journey
South Africa businesses face various challenges, from complex tax regulations to managing cash flow and financial reporting. Many business leaders seek guidance that not only addresses these issues but also empowers them to thrive in a changing environment. Secundes is here to help. As financial and accounting advisors, we understand that each business has unique […]
To Claim or Not to Claim VAT, That Is…
Some vehicles you cannot claim VAT on, some you can—and knowing the difference can save you a lot of money. When can you claim input VAT on a vehicle? Most businesses that are registered for VAT will be aware that you generally cannot claim input VAT on the purchase of a ‘motor car’ as defined […]
Compensation for Losses: Which ‘Hole’ is Filled?
Many taxpayers assume that compensation for losses is of a capital nature. It depends… There are no hard and fast rules for determining whether a particular gain is of a capital or a revenue nature. Each case needs to be decided on its own facts. The distinction is important because of the lower effective rate […]
Secundes: Where Values Translate into Value
In accounting, numbers often speak louder than words. However, our firm is not just about numbers; we’re about living up to the values that shape our culture and enhance the service we deliver to our clients. We believe that the essence of true value lies not just in the services we provide but in the […]
Ring-Fencing Trading Losses
Top-rate taxpayers need to watch out for Section 20A SECTION 20 of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962 deals with the set-off of losses from a trade against other income. In general, such set-off is allowed (see sub-paragraph (1)(b)), provided that the loss is incurred in the taxpayer’s own name (i.e. not in a […]
Taxing Employer-Paid Gratuities
It’s not only your retirement fund that may pay out when you decide to call it a day. Some time ago I wrote a series of articles dealing with the various payments that an employee might receive when leaving an employer. However, while those articles dealt mostly with what went wrong between the former employer […]