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Rights to reality Feature

Making your rights a reality

We are deeply proud of the South African Constitution and everything it has achieved, and will continue to achieve as long as we are diligent in protecting our rights. We look at the different ways that every South African can protect themselves and their rights, with the correct guidance and support.
27 July 2022 | 5 minute read
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Tax Companion webinar

Our tax consultant Thembani Mtamo dives into your most frequently asked questions around the 2022 Tax Season. He covers the importance of submitting a return, even if you're under the threshold, supporting documents for claims, and much more.
27 July 2022 | 56 minute read
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Joint Will and Last Testament Template

A joint will is the will of two people contained in a single document. Typically, a husband and a wife will execute a joint will. Joint wills have various advantages and benefits depending on the aims and goals of the parties involved.
21 July 2022
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Legal You July 2022 Feature

Legal & You July 2022

In our latest edition of Legal&You we shine a light on our nation's companions, domestic workers, and the laws that protect them, we discuss how to check if your funeral cover is through an authorised FSP, lastly we help you navigate through these colder months to keep the snacks to a minimum and your body healthy throughout. In honour of Mandela Day on 18 July we will be celebrating #67WaysWeAreYourCompanion.
1 July 2022 | 2 minute read
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Avoid Funeral Cover Scams Feature

Avoid funeral cover scams

Funeral policies are there to help soothe the grief of a final goodbye to a loved one. When policies are not what was advertised, it adds to the pain. This month, we outline how you can check that your funeral policy is not a scam.
30 June 2022 | 4 minute read
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Dom workers Feature

Domestic workers, our nation’s companions.

The last few years have seen improvements made to the conditions of employment for South Africa's domestic workers. Our July article details everything a domestic worker's employment should include, to make sure that you are up to date and compliant.
30 June 2022 | 4 minute read
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Winter Wellness Feature

Winter Wellness

Summer's healthy habits can be a struggle in the cold, but the extra effort is worth it. Here's a list of 5 key things to keep in mind this winter.
30 June 2022 | 6 minute read
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Tax smart Feature

2022 Tax Companion

Tax season 2022 is here and so are the answers to the Top 10 most frequently asked questions about income tax.
30 June 2022 | 4 minute read
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What you need to do if your child is choking

If your child starts to choke, will you know what to do? Thanks to ER24, this short video will help you learn how you could save your child's life. #IWishILearntThatInSchool – Part of our series supporting the youth.
27 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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Budget Breakdown

Budgeting #IWishILearntThatInSchool – Part of our series supporting the youth. Breakdown your necessities, savings and luxuries. Access other #IWishILearntThatInSchool articles and videos With Legal&Tax you’re not alone. Auth FSP
17 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Three ways to register as a taxpayer

Not sure how to register as a taxpayer? Our expert outlines three ways to make sure you're registered with the South African Revenue Service.
10 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Understanding your payslip

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. We all like getting paid, but understanding the paperwork that goes with it is important. Check out your payslip to make sure you have everything you need.
9 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Tax benefits for independent contractors

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. Did you know you can deduct work related expenses from your gross income?
8 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Hands only CPR

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. Hands only CPR is without mouth to mouth breaths but can be just as effective as conventional CPR. We show you how to perform this technique to help save a life.
3 June 2022 | 2 minute read
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Odd jobs to earn you extra cash while still studying

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. 22 seconds filled with ideas for your side hustle.
2 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Why it’s important to read your employment contract

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. We explain the impact of not reading or understanding your employment contract in 39 seconds
2 June 2022 | 1 minute read
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Legal You newsletter June 2022

Legal&You June 2022

In our latest Legal&You edition, we discuss the rights that protect you as a parent and the ways, even when you are divorced. We touch on funeral cover during natural disasters and we also look at ways we can help children that are diagnosed with Creche Syndrome. Finally, we show you the 'secret' formula that you can follow when saving to ultimately become a millioniare!
30 May 2022
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Coping with death following a natural disaster

Coping with death following a natural disaster

Natural disasters have recently left many South African families dealing with the loss of their loved ones and in the same breath, constrained financially. In this article, we help you look out for any exclusions that your funeral policy might have that could prevent pay out in these specific circumstances.
30 May 2022 | 3 minute read
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