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Selling a business asset or a property triggers Capital Gains Tax (CGT). While you only include a portion of the gain in your taxable income, the final amount you pay depends heavily on how your assets are structured and how accurately your base cost is calculated. Calculating CGT is a timing and structuring strategy. Deducting the correct acquisition costs, transfer fees, and improvements can drastically reduce your tax liability. As your financial partner, we help you structure your personal and business assets proactively to protect your wealth and maximise your exemptions.

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Today we honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela by celebrating compassion, service and the power of making a positive difference. Every small act of kindness helps build stronger communities and a brighter future. Happy Nelson Mandela Day from the VHA Accounting Solutions team.

Top SARS Mistakes that Trigger Trouble Podcast 3: Series 3 Are you accidentally blurring the lines between your personal and business bank accounts? In this episode, we explore the "hidden costs" of mixing your finances, uncovering how this common habit can lead to tax risks, cash flow struggles, and a major headache for your accountant.

Reaching the VAT threshold is an exciting milestone, but it does change how you handle your finances. Beyond adding 15% to your invoices, it requires regular returns, specific invoicing requirements, and up-to-date bookkeeping. This can feel like an added administrative burden, but it is also an opportunity to start claiming back input tax on your business expenses. We help you set up the right systems from day one so you can focus on growing your business while we handle the compliance.

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Once your business registers for VAT, 15% is added to your existing prices. If your clients can’t claim VAT back, your services effectively become 15% more expensive for them, making it harder to compete in price-sensitive markets. The issue isn’t VAT itself; it’s whether your pricing model is ready for it. Businesses that plan for VAT early can set their pricing structure correctly from the start.

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For 16 years, the R1 million VAT threshold created a barrier that limited small business growth. Many turned down deals to avoid VAT registration, while others couldn’t invest in expansion because the limit hasn’t kept up with inflation. The recent increase to R2.3 million unleashes significant growth potential that was previously hindered by compliance pressure. The question isn’t if VAT applies, but how your business is built around it. Structuring your VAT effectively creates a strategic advantage as you scale, from pricing and cash flow to input tax claims.

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Happy Birthday, Mrs. Karishma Bhola. Today, we celebrate you and wish you a day filled with joy, happiness and special moments with family and friends. May the year ahead bring you good health, continued success and countless reasons to smile. Thank you for the positivity and warmth you bring to those around you. We hope your birthday is as wonderful as you are.

With warm wishes from the VHA Accounting Solutions Team.