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The Liability Risk Of Giving Inadvertent Tax Advice (And How To Avoid It)

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In recent years, financial advisors have increasingly embraced tax planning as a core element of delivering value to clients. Despite this growing interest in tax conversations, most advisors are still quick to distinguish their services as "tax planning", not "tax advice" – a distinction largely driven by liability concerns.

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The Backbone of Sustainable Business Growth

CFO Plans

By employing advanced forecasting tools and real-time financial reporting, they maintained a healthy cash reserve, allowing them to invest in new markets and technologies confidently. For financial services firms, these assessments are particularly crucial in navigating regulatory environments and ensuring compliance.

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Understanding Taxation in South Africa and Beyond 

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As a CFO, accurate VAT recording is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure compliance. Dividends Tax When profits are distributed as dividends to shareholders, a 20% tax applies. This tax is withheld at the time of the dividend payment and is separate from corporate income tax.

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Stars Of China 2024: Innovation Nation

Global Finance

While home sales and consumer spending have slowed since pandemic-related restrictions ended in early 2023, banks have been busy brainstorming, designing, and introducing clever business strategies, investment paths, and customer services to support and reinvigorate their sector.

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Business tax planning during times of uncertainty

CFO Dive

That environment can easily lead to paralysis, with business leaders waiting for more information before undertaking planning actions. However, proactive planning can be a crucial tool that helps businesses to find stability within a challenging environment. What can a business do to plan for continually shifting tax rules?

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Tax Advice Restrictions For Financial Advisors: How To Offer Tax Planning And Remain In Compliance

Nerd's Eye View

Almost every financial planning issue – whether it is retirement, investments, cash flow, insurance, or estate planning – has tax considerations, and advisors provide a great deal of value in helping clients minimize their overall tax burden.

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Navigating the Complexities of Tax Compliance for Financial Services

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As businesses expand, especially within the financial services sector, the intricacies of tax compliance can become a formidable challenge. The stakes are high, with severe repercussions for non-compliance, but these challenges also present immense opportunities for optimization.