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Budget 2026: How Much Will the Increased CGT Primary Residence Exclusion Save You?🏡 Selling your home? You could now sav...
19/05/2026

Budget 2026: How Much Will the Increased CGT Primary Residence Exclusion Save You?

🏡 Selling your home? You could now save more on tax.
Here’s what Budget 2026 means for property owners 👇
1️⃣ Bigger CGT relief for homeowners
The primary residence CGT exclusion has increased from R2 million to R3 million for the first time since 2012.
2️⃣ More of your profit stays yours
When selling your primary residence, the first R3 million in capital gains is now tax free.
3️⃣ Higher annual CGT exclusions
Individuals now enjoy a 25% increase (from R40 000 to R50 000).
4️⃣ Estate planning benefits too
For deceased estates, the annual CGT exclusion jumps 47% (from R300 000 to R440 000).
5️⃣ Transfer duty relief remains
No transfer duty is payable on properties costing R1 210 000 or less.
6️⃣ Bracket creep relief eases pressure
Tax brackets and rebates have been inflation adjusted, helping salary earners avoid fiscal drag.
7️⃣ Plan before you sell or buy
Understanding these changes can significantly improve your net outcome—timing and advice matter.
💡 Thinking of selling or buying? Knowing the tax impact upfront can make a big difference.
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Beyond Your Will: Leaving a Legacy🌱 Leave a personal legacy – not just a financial one. Estate planning is about far mor...
14/05/2026

Beyond Your Will: Leaving a Legacy

🌱 Leave a personal legacy – not just a financial one.
Estate planning is about far more than assets. Here’s how to create a legacy that truly lasts
1️⃣ Your legacy is more than money
A will distributes wealth, but sharing your values, stories and wisdom can shape generations.
2️⃣ Define what your family stands for
A simple, collaborative family mission statement helps anchor your legacy in shared values and purpose.
3️⃣ Involve everyone in the conversation
Openly discussing your estate plans builds understanding, alignment and peace of mind for loved ones.
4️⃣ Explain the “why”, not just the “what”
Sharing your vision behind bequests reduces future conflict and uncertainty.
5️⃣ Write a legacy letter
Separate from your will, this personal letter passes on life lessons, family history, hopes and principles.
6️⃣ Preserve both wealth and meaning
Proper planning helps heirs value, protect and steward what they inherit—financially and emotionally.
7️⃣ Bring it all together with sound planning
A valid will, updated estate plan, practical guidance for executors and a heartfelt legacy letter ensure a complete legacy.
✨ True wealth isn’t just what you leave behind—it’s what you pass on.
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Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again⚠️ Unpaid levies are frustrating – but sequestration isn’t...
12/05/2026

Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again

⚠️ Unpaid levies are frustrating – but sequestration isn’t a shortcut.
Here’s what body corporates need to know
1️⃣ Levy arrears are a common challenge
When owners fall behind, legal costs escalate and pressure mounts to act decisively.
2️⃣ Sequestration may look attractive—but it’s risky
Declaring an owner insolvent is not a simple debt collection tool.
3️⃣ Courts apply strict legal tests
Under the Insolvency Act, sequestration is only granted if it benefits all creditors—not just one.
4️⃣ A large debt alone is not enough
Even arrears exceeding R1.4 million failed to justify sequestration in a recent High Court case.
5️⃣ Sequestration is a collective remedy
It exists to fairly distribute an insolvent estate, not to punish debtors or force payment.
6️⃣ Using sequestration as leverage can backfire
Courts will reject applications where the real aim is debt recovery rather than insolvency administration.
7️⃣ Other remedies may be more effective
Judgment and ex*****on, attachment of income, or sale in ex*****on are often better suited to levy recovery.
✅ Bottom line: Sequestration is a last resort. Careful legal strategy matters—get the right advice before choosing your remedy.
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Director Delinquency Declarations: Managing Your Risk Here’s what every company director needs to know 1️⃣ Directors are...
07/05/2026

Director Delinquency Declarations: Managing Your Risk

Here’s what every company director needs to know
1️⃣ Directors are held to a high legal standard
The Companies Act places strict fiduciary and governance duties on directors.
2️⃣ Misconduct has severe consequences
Serious breaches can result in being declared a delinquent director.
3️⃣ Delinquency is a long term career risk
Disqualification can range from 7 years to a lifetime from holding directorships or senior executive roles.
4️⃣ Even lesser misconduct carries penalties
Probation orders may include temporary disqualification, supervision, remedial training, community service or compensation.
5️⃣ Recent cases show the courts mean business
One MD was declared delinquent for 7 years and ordered to pay R78 million in damages for gross negligence and breach of fiduciary duties.
6️⃣ Governance failures won’t be excused
Another director was disqualified for showing “blithe disrespect” for corporate governance and shareholder rights.
7️⃣ Your best protection is proactive compliance
Understand your duties, act transparently, maintain proper oversight and seek legal advice early.
✅ Knowledge, diligence and good governance are not optional – they are your strongest defence.
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Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?Thinking of buying a home in 2026? Before you put pen to paper, here’s...
05/05/2026

Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?

Thinking of buying a home in 2026? Before you put pen to paper, here’s what every buyer should budget for 👇
1️⃣ Market confidence is high
With interest and home loan rates at their lowest since 2022, SA’s property confidence hit a record 87% at the end of 2025.
2️⃣ Budget 2026 brings good news
A stronger economic outlook and a 50% increase in the primary residence CGT exclusion could stimulate more property sales.
3️⃣ The purchase price isn’t the full cost
Deposits, transfer duty, legal fees, bond registration and clearance certificates can add up quickly.
4️⃣ Some costs come before transfer
Think deposit, bond initiation fees, insurance premiums, transfer duty, attorney fees, municipal and levy clearances.
5️⃣ Others continue every month
Bond repayments, rates, levies, utilities and insurance all form part of your ongoing cash flow.
6️⃣ Plan for once off extras
Moving costs, renovations, repairs, furniture or garden upgrades should be budgeted upfront.
7️⃣ A proper cash flow forecast is essential
Careful planning helps you avoid financial stress, breaches of contract—or worse, a cancelled sale.
🏡 Planning properly means buying with confidence. If you need help building a cash flow forecast or understanding your true costs, we’re here to help.
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From 1 March 2026, the National Minimum Wage has increased by 5%, rising from R28.79 to R30.23 per hour. 📈For domestic w...
14/04/2026

From 1 March 2026, the National Minimum Wage has increased by 5%, rising from R28.79 to R30.23 per hour. 📈
For domestic workers, this equates to approximately R241.84 per day or R5,320.48 per month, based on a standard work schedule of 22 days at 8 hours per day. While this is the legal minimum, employers are encouraged to consider whether their employees are earning enough to meet the basic cost of living.
Understanding wage regulations is essential for both employers and employees to ensure compliance with labour law and fair compensation practices.
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Effective 1 March 2026: New National Minimum Wage - Guthrie Colananni Attorneys
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Buying your dream home and seeing your name on the title deed should mean the property is yours — but in cases of fraud,...
09/04/2026

Buying your dream home and seeing your name on the title deed should mean the property is yours — but in cases of fraud, even registered ownership can be overturned. 🏡
A recent High Court ruling confirmed that property transactions tainted by fraud can be declared invalid, even if ownership has already been registered at the Deeds Office. In this case, a fraudulent transfer orchestrated by a trustee and an attorney acting as an unqualified conveyancer led to multiple sales being declared void, with the property ultimately restored to the original owner.
The case highlights an important legal principle: “Fraud unravels all.” When a property transaction is based on fraud, subsequent transfers can also be cancelled — even if innocent buyers are involved.
The key takeaway for sellers and buyers alike: choose your conveyancer carefully and ensure all property transactions are handled by qualified professionals.
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Choose Your Conveyancer with Care! A Cautionary Tale of “Fraud Unravels All” - Guthrie Colananni Attorneys

Bought a car on finance that turns out to be a lemon? 🚗🍋 You may still have rights.A recent ruling by the Supreme Court ...
07/04/2026

Bought a car on finance that turns out to be a lemon? 🚗🍋 You may still have rights.
A recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Appeal confirmed that when a vehicle sold on instalment sale is seriously defective, a buyer may cancel the sale, return the vehicle, and recover the money paid — even when a bank financed the purchase. In this case, the Court found that the bank acted not only as the credit provider but also as the supplier, meaning it was bound by the Consumer Protection Act to ensure the vehicle was fit for purpose.
The key takeaway: if goods are defective, unfit for their intended purpose, and the defects existed at the time of sale, consumers may be entitled to cancel the sale and claim a refund. However, it is important to act within a reasonable time after discovering the defects.
If you believe you’ve purchased defective goods and your rights are not being honoured, it’s important to seek legal advice promptly.
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Your New Car’s a Lemon: Here’s How to Make Lemonade and Get Your Money Back - Guthrie Colananni Attorneys

Selling your home just became even more rewarding! 🏡The Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exclusion on primary residences has incr...
02/04/2026

Selling your home just became even more rewarding! 🏡
The Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exclusion on primary residences has increased from R2 million to R3 million, meaning homeowners could now save significantly more when selling their property. In addition, the annual CGT exclusion for individuals has increased from R40,000 to R50,000, providing further tax relief.
Good news for buyers too: the transfer duty threshold remains unchanged, so no transfer duty is payable on properties sold for R1,210,000 or less.
These updates provide meaningful tax relief for homeowners and buyers alike, making it an important time to review your property plans and understand the potential savings available when selling your primary residence.
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How to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate You1️⃣ “For what is wedlock forced but a hell…” Shakespeare’s wo...
29/01/2026

How to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate You

1️⃣ “For what is wedlock forced but a hell…” Shakespeare’s words still ring true for those trapped in marriages filled with conflict and strife.
2️⃣ Divorce doesn’t have to be unaffordable. While uncontested divorces can be manageable, contested matters can quickly become costly.
3️⃣ Being the financially weaker spouse doesn’t mean you’re powerless. The law recognises the need for fairness.
4️⃣ The principle of “equality of arms” exists to level the playing field, ensuring cases are decided on merit — not money.
5️⃣ Courts can order a contribution to legal costs so both parties have proper access to legal advice and representation.
6️⃣ Recent case law confirms this protection, with a wealthy spouse ordered to contribute R1.5 million toward divorce costs.
7️⃣ The key takeaway: don’t be intimidated by a bigger war chest — if you qualify, the law can help restore balance.
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How to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate You - Guthrie Colananni Attorneys

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