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Will solar power increase the value of your home?

The upfront investment is high, which you'll want to recover when you sell

How to obtain a home loan: Things to consider before you apply

With most of the major interest rate hikes now out of the way, 2023 is set to provide a more stable environment for financially savvy, would-be home-buyers to e

Semigrating: It's not all about Cape Town!

Five compelling reasons to invest on the KZN Mid-South Coast. The appeal of South Africa's Western Cape coastline-and. in more recent years, that of the KZN Nor

Reduce the pain of downscaling: Investing in a holiday home as a retiree

The decision to move out of a large residence in favour of a smaller or less expensive property, also known as down-scaling, is often viewed as a last resort in

PAYE and non-residents

Employment income is generally taxed where the services are physically exercised. The place of contract conclusion, where the employer is based and where the re

Short-term cover: Loss of income cover with a difference

Why retrenchment cover is a non-negotiable need for those currently employed. Being retrenched is one of the most traumatic transitions a person can go through

Investment insights: Maximising interest returns

Navigating the trade-off between liquidity and return. Investors with a more short-term or undefined investment horizon often leave their money in a bank depos

Follow due process, yes but be reasonable!

In taxpayer M v CSARS (Case Number VAT1826) heard by the Gauteng Tax court, Windell, J handed down an important decision regarding the validity of a default not

Rate hikes: Are buyers over-reacting?

Historically, interest rate hikes have had a dampening effect on the South African residential property market, with homeowners reassessing their affordability

Six projected home loan trends for 2023

Looking ahead to what is likely to drive home loans this year. Despite challenges of external factors such as ongoing interest rate hikes and rising costs of l

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