Tax Strategy for Active Traders
Most South African traders overpay by R50,000–R150,000 every year. We fix that — legally, fully compliant, and tailored to your trading activity.
The Reality
The difference isn't how much they trade — it's how their tax is structured.
Trader A — Going Solo
Files his own return. Doesn't know what's deductible. Pays the full marginal rate on every rand.
Trader B — Candle Compliance Client
Same R500k profit. Structured smart. Legally optimised. Keeps far more of what they earn.
Enter your estimated annual trading profit to see how much Candle Compliance could save you.
Potential Annual Saving
Based on average optimisation of 25% effective rate reduction
What We Do
Everything you need to stay compliant, minimise tax, and sleep soundly.
Full preparation and submission of your individual tax return, including trading income reporting, deductions, and optimisation.
Should you trade as a sole proprietor, through a PTY, or a trust? We analyse your situation and recommend the most tax-efficient structure.
Strategic provisional tax calculations and submissions to avoid SARS penalties and preserve your cash flow throughout the year.
We identify every legitimate deduction: software, data feeds, home office, equipment, travel, and education — most traders miss thousands.
Correct classification of your trading income can mean the difference between 45% tax and 18% effective rate. We get this right.
Bad trading months aren't wasted. We correctly record and carry forward losses to offset future profits and reduce your tax bill.
The Process
Simple, transparent, and designed around your trading schedule.
30-minute video call. We review your trading activity, current structure, and identify immediate savings opportunities.
We send you a tailored checklist. Upload via our secure portal. We handle the rest — no shoebox of receipts required.
We build your optimised tax strategy, prepare all submissions, and file directly with SARS on your behalf.
Provisional tax reminders, mid-year reviews, and unlimited email support. We're with you all year, not just tax season.
Results
I was paying R87,000 more than I needed to. Candle Compliance found deductions I didn't even know existed. Best investment I've made.
The provisional tax planning alone saved me from a R12,000 SARS penalty. Professional, fast, and they actually understand trading.
Switched from a big firm that treated me like a number. Candle Compliance knows trading tax inside out. Worth every rand.
Book your free 30-minute tax review. No obligation, no pressure — just clarity on what you're owed.
Or email us directly at hello@candlecompliance.co.za