#BudgetSpeech2021 – What it means for SME sector
“Overall, I think the Minister had a very tough task to start with in trying to increase tax revenue and reduce costs. I think he has probably done the best he can with […]
BHF: CMS’s contribution guidance could create unrealistic expectations
The industry body says the 3.8% benchmark does not fully reflect the utilisation and underlying healthcare-cost pressures that schemes face.
#BudgetSpeech2021 – Most welcome light at the end of the tunnel
Last week, the Minister of Finance tabled the 2021 Budget, which, according to many experts was more optimistic than expected. “It is important to understand the context,” says Sandy McGregor, portfolio manager at […]
#BudgetSpeech2021 – Most welcome light at the end of the tunnel
Last week, the Minister of Finance tabled the 2021 Budget, which, according to many experts was more optimistic than expected. “It is important to understand the context,” says Sandy McGregor, portfolio manager at […]
Keep it up close and personal
Failure to disclose material terms and conditions has been the downfall of many an adviser when a complaint is laid with the FAIS Ombud. Admittedly, 20/20 vision is only possible in hindsight as […]
Keep it up close and personal
Failure to disclose material terms and conditions has been the downfall of many an adviser when a complaint is laid with the FAIS Ombud. Admittedly, 20/20 vision is only possible in hindsight as […]
Private, Business or Commercial insurance? – OSTI clarifies your questions
A recent article on the distinction between private, business and commercial motor insurance raised a few questions from our readers: “According to this article we all have to insure our vehicles for business […]
Private, Business or Commercial insurance? – OSTI clarifies your questions
A recent article on the distinction between private, business and commercial motor insurance raised a few questions from our readers: “According to this article we all have to insure our vehicles for business […]
How do medical schemes treat substance abuse?
Substance abuse is on the increase in South Africa and at least 15% of South Africans are said to have a substance abuse problem according to 2016 statistics. Alcohol, marijuana (dagga), cocaine, tik […]
How do medical schemes treat substance abuse?
Substance abuse is on the increase in South Africa and at least 15% of South Africans are said to have a substance abuse problem according to 2016 statistics. Alcohol, marijuana (dagga), cocaine, tik […]
Make the Living Will part of your financial planning discussion
During the prime of an individual’s life, you don’t give much thought to situations in which you become ill or are facing the end of your life. Sickness and death are not easy […]
Clarity on electronic signatures are even more important today
This original article appeared a couple of years ago in Standard Bank’s Biz Connect online publication. We’ve seen a number of changes to our working and social environments since then. Furthermore, there has […]
Clarity on electronic signatures are even more important today
This original article appeared a couple of years ago in Standard Bank’s Biz Connect online publication. We’ve seen a number of changes to our working and social environments since then. Furthermore, there has […]
#Budget2021 – All that is certain is that nothing is certain
It is that time of the year again, when we hold our breaths to see what the 2021 Budget speech will deliver against a backdrop of the devastating loss, sacrifice and hardship for […]
#Budget2021 – Focus on tax increases and improving tax collection capabilities
On the eve of the Budget, with a vaccine programme to fund, Carla Rossouw, tax lead at Allan Gray considers what levers government has to pull. What are the revenue drivers in SA? PIT, corporate tax […]
#Budget2021 – Focus on tax increases and improving tax collection capabilities
On the eve of the Budget, with a vaccine programme to fund, Carla Rossouw, tax lead at Allan Gray considers what levers government has to pull. What are the revenue drivers in SA? PIT, corporate tax […]
#Budget2021 – Will Section12J tax incentive be extended?
“Investors and role-players in the Section 12J sector will be waiting with bated breath to hear if the tax incentive receives a well-deserved extension,” according to James Rothmann of Anuva Investments. “Section 12J […]
#Budget2021 – Will Section12J tax incentive be extended?
“Investors and role-players in the Section 12J sector will be waiting with bated breath to hear if the tax incentive receives a well-deserved extension,” according to James Rothmann of Anuva Investments. “Section 12J […]
