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Registering on the Central Supplier Database: a practical guide
If you want to do business with government, your business needs to be registered on National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database. Here is what to prepare.
Getting ready for year-end: a checklist for your financial statements
Year-end goes faster, and costs less, when your records are ready. Use this checklist to prepare before your accountant starts on your financial statements.
CIPC annual returns: what they are and why they matter
Every South African company and close corporation has to file an annual return with CIPC. Missing it can lead to penalties and, eventually, deregistration.
Why a profitable business can still run out of cash
Profit and cash are not the same thing. Understanding the difference is one of the most useful things a business owner can do.
Provisional tax, explained in plain language
If you earn income that is not taxed through a salary, you may need to pay tax in advance during the year. Here is how provisional tax works and how to stay on the right side of it.
The records every small business should keep from day one
Good records make tax season calmer, keep you compliant and give you a clear picture of how the business is really doing. Here is what to keep, and for how long.
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