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Does a Settlement Agreement Constitute a Credit Agreement? 

In a recent legal dispute, the court’s ruling brought to the forefront a perplexing issue that has long plagued the legal landscape: the classification of settlement agreements under the National Credit Act (NCA). The court’s decision, which emphasised the importance of preserving the amicable resolution of disputes, shed light on the intricate interplay between settlement […]

Why your business should place an emphasis on building relationships

Every business in the world sells something. They sell goods or services in order to address a need or desire of a consumer, and to achieve a profit in the process (at the very least only to ensure its sustainability).Before the introduction of many modern technologies (the internet specifically), focussing solely on quality goods or services in order to make profit was the common thing to do. Business owners could often hard […]

When it comes to strategy, think big

To create a strategic roadmap for your business you don’t need heaps of wonderful resources; you only need to give up your preconceived ideas about strategy. Sometimes the thing that holds a small business back the most is small thinking. If you believe that the size of your business is a disadvantage when it comes […]

Gross vs net profit: Why numbers are deceiving

In the world of business, your earnings can make a large difference between getting investors to invest in your business and being completely overlooked. Many business owners think that the more money they bring in, the more likely it is that investors will show interest. This is true to some extent, but in actuality, thinking […]

Passing off: Don’t let others benefit from your reputation

Passing off is a delictual remedy that is derived from English law and has been implemented in South African law. The most authoritative definition of passing off was given in the Capital Estate and General Agencies (Pty) Limited v Holiday Inns Inc. case (“the Holiday Inns case”) as when a person represents his business or merchandise as the business or merchandise of another person. An example of passing off is depicted in the Holiday Inns […]

When can businesses return to ‘business as usual’

2020 was a year that will always be remembered for a variety of reasons. Apart from the obvious invasion of COVID around the world, South Africa has also had somewhat of a rollercoaster ride of a year – from PPE controversies to the Jerusalema dance which acted as a unifying symbol for South Africans across the country. By the end of 2020, a […]

STRATEGIC ALLIANCE: Brian Kahn and Finn Mergers & Acquisition

                BKI is excited to announce its strategic alliance with Finn Mergers & Acquisitions, Australia. Brian Kahn is the Managing Partner of Brian Kahn Inc., which he founded in 1969.  Brian has straddled two important disciplines in the legal field, one being corporate / commercial law (mergers, acquisitions, […]

Important ingredients for the business recipe

“There are those who make it, those who sell it, and those who look after the money.” So, you have finally taken the plunge – you have taken your hard-earned savings and decided to invest it in your new start-up. This was a natural decision for you since you have all the right technical skills, […]

Why it is important to know the value of your business

A properly considered business valuation can be the first step in many essential business processes and activities. Although there are many examples, these might include procurement of a buy and sell policy or facilitation of a business restructuring process, for instance. Initiating negotiations during a sale of business transaction, probably remains the most common business […]

Accounting best practices for small businesses

When it comes to looking after the welfare of a business, accounting tops the list as being the most important. Without proper accounting, a business runs the risk of losing everything. The following are a few best practices that are essential for businesses to take note of. 1. Check it off your list first Proper […]