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02/06/2026

https://www.news24.com/business/economy/confirmed-petrol-pain-on-wednesday-but-diesel-drops-20260601-0602

A massive R18.28 billion negative balance in the slate fund has led to a 35.04 cents per litre increase in the slate levy.

31/05/2026

https://www.moneyweb.co.za/financial-advisor-views/retirement-planning-mistake-when-dementia-strikes-your-power-of-attorney-may-be-worthless/

The power of attorney many South African families rely on to protect a loved one's finances may not work when they actually need it; and most families only discover that in the middle of a crisis.

22/05/2026

https://propertyprofessional.co.za/2026/05/18/south-africans-are-drilling-boreholes-illegally-heres-what-the-law-actually-requires/

Boreholes are booming, but a growing number of homeowners are drilling illegally without knowing it. If your client is buying a property with a borehole, attorney Cor van Deventer says ask for the paperwork before they sign.

12/05/2026

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05/05/2026

https://dailyinvestor.com/finance/131528/south-african-taxpayers-are-being-cut-off-at-the-knees/

A recent court ruling has warned taxpayers that poorly prepared SARS objections can be dismissed from the outset, preventing the underlying tax dispute from ever being heard.

30/04/2026

https://businesstech.co.za/news/finance/858847/these-taxpayers-dont-have-to-file-a-tax-return-in-2026/

SARS has gazetted the first details for the 2026 tax season, including final submission dates and the taxpayers who don't have to file a tax return.

30/04/2026

https://www.moneyweb.co.za/financial-advisor-views/what-early-retirement-really-looks-like-10-unexpected-considerations/

The gap between what early retirement looks like and what it actually feels like is wider than most people think – it comes with its trade-offs, timing risks and realities that catch retirees off guard.

26/04/2026

https://businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/858237/a-warning-to-anyone-who-owns-dogs-in-south-africa/

Homeowners with dogs are being warned of a spike in incidents involving criminals looking to break into properties.

21/04/2026

https://www.moneyweb.co.za/moneyweb-podcasts/moneyweb-midday/property-hijackings-and-title-deed-fraud-surge-in-sa/

‘There is a lot of title deed fraud where people collaborate and work together to have the deed transferred illegally at the deeds office, but using fraudulent documents and information,’ says Grant Smee of Only Realty Property Group.

19/04/2026

https://www.moneyweb.co.za/financial-advisor-views/dont-let-sars-inherit-your-wealth-before-your-family-does/

Estate planning is not only about tax – it is about making sure your family is protected when you are no longer there.