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Plain-English articles about UK tax changes, HMRC updates, and practical tips to help you keep more of what you earn.

South African coastal city panorama
Cost of Living
26 March 20269 min

Cost of Living South Africa 2026: Joburg vs Cape Town vs Durban

South Africa's three largest cities offer very different lifestyles and price points. This guide compares the cost of living in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban across housing, food, transport, and more.

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South African freelancer working from a modern workspace
Guides
25 March 202610 min

Freelancing in South Africa: Tax Registration, VAT and Provisional Tax

Going freelance in South Africa means navigating SARS registration, provisional tax payments, and potentially VAT registration. Here is everything you need to know to get started right and stay compliant.

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South African residential property and suburb
Guides
24 March 20268 min

Transfer Duty South Africa 2026: Property Purchase Tax Explained

Transfer duty is a tax paid when you buy property in South Africa. From the zero-rated threshold to the sliding scale rates, here is everything buyers need to know about transfer duty in 2026.

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Digital currency and blockchain technology concept
Tax News
23 March 20269 min

Cryptocurrency Tax in South Africa 2026: SARS Rules and Reporting

SARS treats cryptocurrency as an intangible asset, not currency. Whether your crypto gains are taxed as income or capital gains depends on your intent and trading pattern. Here is how to stay compliant in 2026.

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South African small business district
Guides
22 March 20269 min

BEE Compliance Costs: What Small Businesses Should Budget For

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) compliance is a reality for South African businesses. Here is what it costs, what the requirements are, and how small businesses can manage BEE affordably.

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Person working on a laptop in a modern workspace
Guides
21 March 20269 min

Freelancing in South Africa: Tax Registration, Provisional Tax, and Deductions

Going freelance in South Africa? From registering with SARS to filing provisional tax returns and claiming deductions, here is everything you need to know to stay compliant and keep more of what you earn.

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