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Top 10 FAQs

How do I develop a Sales Plan?

A simple method to build a sales plan to increase sales of your new product or service

What is the procedure to close down a CC or Pty?

How to close a CC and Pty

I have found a product I wish to import. How do I find out if there is truly a market for it in South Africa?

Ten steps to follow in conducting market research

How much money can I make in operating a laundry business?

The amount of money you can make from a laundry varies tremendously

How do I protect my business idea before pitching it to an "angel investor"?

Protect your IP from unethical investors

How do you attract BEE funding with your business plan?

Don’t cut corners

What are the pros and cons of operating as a Trust?

Trust pros and cons

How do I start a private metered taxi business?

Taxi Meter Business

Where can I find clients for my events planning business?

Broadly speaking, there are two markets for event planning services: corporate and social

What is the cheapest method of sending out bulk mailers?

A look at standard mailing software and cheap and free bulking emailing tools.

Recently Added FAQs

Where do I find attorneys that specialise in import and distribution rights?

The law relating to international trade and transportation matters is specialised.

I would like to start a Christian dance production business, who do I register the business and make it happen?

Any new business has to be registered first.

Who are the license holders and major importers of diesel?

Petroleum industries main players.

What taxes must the CC I run pay? The income is currently at R8000pm.

Find out what tax you should be paying as a CC.

A large company wishes to buy me out. Do you have any advice?

Selling your own business or entering into a joint venture with another company can be a complicated and emotional procedure.

What are the legal requirements to start a publishing company?

All companies, regardless of the nature of their business, are subjected to the same bureaucratic processes.

How do I start an advertising agency?

The ins and outs of the advertising industry.

How do I plan towards selling my business and how do I determine its value?

Learn how to determine a business's value before selling it.

What are the best home-study MBA courses in South Africa?

How to choose your MBA course.

I want to start a funeral parlour, which organisations must I register with and where can I get franchise finance?

Understand the basics of starting a funeral parlour.