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By the time she was driving her bleeding ex-husband to the hospital, Tonda Dickerson had already been sued by her co-workers, taken to court by a truck driver, and become Alabama’s most unlikely millionaire. And it all

Last week my colleague, Dean van Leeuwen, visited the Kennedy Space Centre. An incredible experience – with the original Mission Control for the Apollo 11 moon landing, and the immensity of the Saturn V rocket – photo-bombed

Trusts are common financial tools in South Africa for managing and protecting wealth, but when it comes to tax, things can get a bit tricky, especially if some of the beneficiaries live outside the country. So, if you’re wondering how trust

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi is preparing to introduce new divorce laws in South Africa by presenting the General Laws Amendment Bill, 2025, to Parliament.  These laws aim to implement changes mandated by the Constitutional Court, simplifying the

Having a will is crucial because it ensures that your wishes are carried out after your passing, providing clarity and security for your loved ones. Here are some key reasons why having a will is essential:  1.

Budget. Buy Assets. Stay Educated. Avoid Debt Traps. Learn to Negotiate. Track Your Finances. Live below your means. Invest Early and Often. Spend Less than you Earn. Develop High-Income Skills. Build Passive Income Streams. Network with the

Things to organise before you start your website. Gather written content you would like to include on your site. Pictures are an important part of a website. Add pictures to your front page, meet the team, or

For South Africans living abroad, it is imperative to address your tax situation with the taxman proactively.  Since the controversial amendment to Section 10(1)(o)(ii), known as the Expatriate Exemption, took effect on 1 March 2020, a pressing

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has introduced several significant changes to the tax directive system, forms, guides, and standard operating procedures. These updates are designed to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and incorporate the latest legislative changes.

When customers don’t pay, it’s more than just a cash flow headache — you’ve already paid VAT to SARS on money you may never see. The good news? The VAT Act offers relief through adjustments for bad

A budget provides the structure and discipline needed to reach financial goals. Budgets, often seen as restrictive and boring, are, in reality, the cornerstone of a robust financial plan. They provide a roadmap for our financial journey,

Reviewing Financial Strategies to Avoid Mistakes: Key lessons from their approach can benefit everyone to grow wealth this year. Now is a great time to think about how to make the most of our money.  The wealthiest