Question: QUESTION 1 ( 1 4 marks, 2 5 minutes ) Lungile Mabula ( Lungile ) a South African resident, 2 8 years old and single,

QUESTION 1(14 marks, 25 minutes) Lungile Mabula (Lungile) a South African resident, 28 years old and single, inherited land with a house on it valued at R2500000 in total, and a cash amount of R1000000 from the estate of his late father on 31 May 2024. Lungile built two flats on the inherited land at a total cost of R800000. The construction was completed on 5 October 2024. He then rented out the house and two flats from 1 November 2024 on a 12-month lease period earning a total rental of R30000 per month. Lungile incurred the following costs in respect of the properties he is renting out: Costs incurred Date Amount (R) Building the flats 5 October 2024800000 Replacing driveway paving 15 October 202450000 Building of additional paved undercover parking spaces (carports) for tenants 10 November 2024120000 Replacing bathroom tiles to reflect the latest Italian style 7 January 202530000REQUIRED: MARKS a) Discuss the deductibility of all the expenses Lungile incurred in respect of the properties he is renting out. Refer to relevant case law principles where applicable. b) Lungile wishes to invest the R1000000 cash he received from his fathers deceased estate. Advise Lungile on three possible investments (two South African, one foreign) that could provide him with investment returns that have available exemptions from tax. Identify and briefly discuss the details of each investment option and the related exemption including any applicable monetary/other limitations.

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