Essential Guide to Small Business Taxes

Updated on 12 August 2024 • Reading Time: 3 minutes

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This week, we’re looking at a guide on small business taxes. If you have tax questions, ask our experts on the forum for quick and reliable answers. Also, check out our guide on tax filing and compliance for small businesses. Plus, don’t miss our easy glossary on tax and accounting to help you learn more.

A Guide on Small Business Tax

Understanding small business tax is an essential part of being an entrepreneur. While tax is unavoidable, knowing the right small business tax route can save you money and help you access tax benefits.

In this guide, we’ll break down everything small business owners need to know about tax and what kind of tax applies to them.

Small Business Tax Rates

Small businesses that have a turnover of less than R 1 million per annum qualify for turnover tax. This is a simplified tax system that works off the taxable turnover of a business. This system applies to:

  • Sole proprietors
  • Partnerships
  • Close corporations
  • Companies
  • Co-operatives

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Tax Season Made Easy with Sage Accounting

Tax season is upon us again! We know this time of year can be stressful for small business owners. Juggling daily operations while ensuring your financial records are for tax submission can be overwhelming.

That’s where Sage Accounting can help. This powerful yet user-friendly accounting software is designed to simplify your financial management, making tax preparation a breeze.

With Sage Accounting, you can:

  1. Organise your financial data: Keep track of income, expenses, and invoices with ease.
  2. Generate accurate reports: Produce essential financial reports for tax purposes.
  3. Streamline VAT calculations: Ensure compliance with VAT regulations.
  4. Access your finances anytime, anywhere: Manage your business on the go.

Don’t let tax season stress you out. Let Sage Accounting handle the numbers while you focus on growing your business.

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