tax planning
STRATEGIC TAX PLANNING FOR LONG-TERM WEALTH creation
A Cornerstone of Financial Success
LET’S MAKE YOUR WEALTH WORK SMARTER
At Brenthurst Wealth, our team of expert Tax Practitioners delivers personalized strategies to optimize tax positions, ensure compliance, and unlock savings – across both individual portfolios and complex business structures. We offer tailored guidance designed for long-term success in a constantly evolving tax landscape.
We advise clients on a broad range of tax-related matters, including offshore investments, strategic planning, and the unique challenges faced by globally mobile individuals and businesses. Our priority is to simplify tax complexities and provide clear, actionable insights that empower confident decision-making.
Explore our latest newsletter, featured across leading media platforms, where our experts share commentary on the 2025 tax season, cessation of tax residency, and the growing impact of stagnant tax thresholds on South African taxpayers. Taxes can be complicated. We’re here to make them easier.
Talk to our experts today and discover solutions built around your needs.
SARS
Tax Filing Season 2026 Filing dates
What are the Income Tax return filing dates?
- Auto Assessments: 1 July to 12 July 2026
- Non-provisional individuals: 13 July to 23 October 2026
- Provisional taxpayers: 13 July 2026 to 22 January 2027
- Trusts: 13 July 2026 to 22 January 2027
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TAX PLANNING
Tax is closely related to investments and personal finance, and therefore it made sense to add a tax- advisory service to the service offering of Brenthurst Wealth Management.
In addition to tax advice on investments and any other personal tax matters, Brenthurst also offers clients an e-filing service of provisional tax returns and payments.
Other tax services we offer:
- Income & company tax registrations
- Completion and submission of income tax returns
- Tax calculations
- Advice on tax planning and salary structuring
- Tax directives & disputes with SARS
We urge all taxpayers to prepare their documentation early to check their assessments and to avoid last-minute delays for those that must submit an income return.
SARS requires taxpayers to ensure that their banking details are correct and updated. This ensures efficient processing of any refund that may be due.
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TAX-FREE SAVINGS
Maximise the long-term growth of your savings by benefiting from a tax-free savings account (TFSA).
WHAT IS A TFSA?
Tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) were introduced in 2015 to encourage individuals resident in SA to save more. The growth and income received on a TFSA investment are tax free. This means you are not liable for any capital gains tax or tax on the dividends and interest received on your investment.
A TFSA is a convenient and flexible way to accumulate savings over time in a tax-efficient manner.
Latest tax planning articles
- 2025 Tax Season - Reminders before you file, Issue 685, July 2025
- The state is getting fatter. Your wallet isn’t, Issue 673, May 2025
- Stagnant tax thresholds are reducing South Africans disposable income, Issue 660, April 2025
- The risks of semi-nomadic lifestyles and cessation of tax residence, Issue 655, March 2025



Megan joined the Brenthurst Wealth team in March 2026 as an Administrative and Fiduciary Services Assistant at our Val de Vie Office in the Western Cape. Prior to joining Brenthurst, Megan gained three years of experience in the retail sector, where she developed management and client service skills.




I obtained my National Diploma in Financial Information Systems from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 1999 and have worked in the wealth management industry since January 2000. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in various roles, including Portfolio Manager Assistant, Planner Assistant, and Paraplanner.
Esmarelda Isaacs-Andreas joined the Brenthurst Wealth Stellenbosch office in October 2025, taking on the dual role of Receptionist and Fiduciary Administrator.
I obtained my National Diploma in Financial Information Systems from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 1999 and have worked in the wealth management industry since January 2000. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in various roles, including Portfolio Manager Assistant, Planner Assistant, and Paraplanner.
Ashley joined Brenthurst Wealth in January 2025 as Office Administrative Assistant and Receptionist for the Stellenbosch Office.



René Heystek joined Brenthurst Wealth in November 2023, as receptionist and administrative assistant in the newly established George/Garden Route office.
Michelle Heystek has built a career in the financial services over the last two decades, after obtaining her B.Com degree in Financial Management in 2005. Once she joined Brenthurst in 2006, she continued her academic journey, obtaining her Certificate in Wealth Management from INSETA in 2007, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning from the University of the Free State. In 2008, she earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation.





Anelle joined Brenthurst Wealth as a Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to Brian Butchart in the Cape Town office in December 2023. She has a wealth of knowledge from working as a liaison between Financial Advisers and clients at TMA and Absa Investment Management Services (Aims) since 1998. She obtained her B. com degree from the University of Port Elizabeth in 1997.











ADMITTED ATTORNEY | FINANCIAL PLANNER & HEAD OF BRENTHURST FOURWAYS

Sanet was appointed in April 2020, joining our Cape Town team as an Executive Administration Assistant to Renee Eagar. She has been in the financial services industry since 1990. Her previous experience includes positions at Sanlam, BJM and ABSA. She spent her last 12 years working at Alexander Forbes Private Client Wealth as a Senior Wealth Management Assistant. She has received numerous accolades over the years which include but not limited to, Alexander Forbes Client Service Excellence – Silver award in 2014,2015 and 2017. Sanet has also obtained her Certificate in Wealth Management (NQF 5) in 2012 and achieved “Best Student of the Year” from Moonstone.













Maria Smit is a Certified Financial Planner® with over 10 years of experience in the financial planning industry.

























