What a Labour Inspection Checks and How to Be Ready
Prepare for a labour inspection with the employment and payroll records inspectors request. Spot gaps before a visit. Read the guide to check your files.
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The Medical Practice Compliance Calendar
Track your medical practice obligations to SARS, CIPC, HPCSA, the Compensation Fund and BHF. Avoid missed renewals. Read the calendar to plan ahead.
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Read more Import/Export Licence vs Permit: What You Actually Need
Compare a SARS customs code with an ITAC permit and learn which your goods need. Avoid applying for the wrong document. Read before importing or exporting.
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Read more What Importing Actually Costs Beyond the Purchase Price
Understand import costs beyond the supplier price, including duty, VAT, freight and clearing. Protect your margin. Read before costing your next shipment.
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Read more What Company Registration Documents Do You Actually Need?
The exact documents CIPC needs to register a Pty Ltd — for directors, shareholders and foreign nationals — with a checklist.
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Read more UIF Registration: SARS and Labour Are Two Separate Things
Understand why paying UIF through SARS does not replace registration with the Department of Labour. Avoid employee claim problems. Read the guide.
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Read more Do You Need a Domestic Employer UIF Registration?
Find out when employing a cleaner, gardener or carer creates UIF and contract duties. Understand your obligations. Read before registering as an employer.
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Read more What Is a Company Profile and When Do You Need One?
Know which company profile a bank, tender or buyer needs. Compare CIPC extracts with business profiles and avoid the wrong document. Read the guide.
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Read more Do You Need Share Certificates and What Must They Show?
Learn what share certificates must show and how they differ from the securities register. Prepare clear ownership records. Read before issuing them.
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Read more The Day-One Checklist After Registering a Company
Start your company with the right admin in place. Check SARS registration, your public officer and CIPC filing dates. Read the day-one checklist.
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Read more VAT Invoice Basis vs Payments Basis: Which Are You On?
Compare invoice-basis and payments-basis VAT to understand when tax becomes due. Plan cash flow around the rules that apply to you. Read the guide.
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Read more Why Mixing Business and Personal Money Costs You Real Money
Understand how mixing personal and business funds affects deductions, loan accounts and company protection. Keep cleaner records. Read the guide.
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