Monthly Archives: March 2019

DOES THE BUDGET SPEECH AFFECT YOU OR YOUR BUSINESS?

Posted on March 22, 2019 by StrachanCrouse

On 20 February 2019, Tito Mboweni, Finance Minister delivered his 2019 Budget Speech. In arguably the most uneventful budget in the past 25 years, hereby a short summary of the most significant proposals for the 2019 Budget as tabled by … Continue reading →

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FIXED AND REIMBURSIVE TRAVEL ALLOWANCES

Posted on March 19, 2019 by StrachanCrouse

When determining the best remuneration package for travelling employees, South African employers and employees are continuously considering the benefits between a travel allowance, a reimbursive travel allowance or both. For this purpose, the employees’ tax (“PAYE’’) and income tax consequences … Continue reading →

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DECEASED ESTATES: FAQ

Posted on March 19, 2019 by StrachanCrouse

Which Master of the High Court office do I report a deceased estate to? Where the deceased was resident in the Republic, the estate must be reported to the Master in whose area of jurisdiction the deceased was resident at … Continue reading →

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BUILDING A BALANCED BOARD

Posted on March 19, 2019 by StrachanCrouse

The King IV report makes this clear: It is crucial for an organisation to get the right mix and balance of people to sit on its board. The report implies there is a positive correlation between the diversity of skills … Continue reading →

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