deductions on salary increase

By Alicia Human · Updated

Anonymous

Anonymous said:
26 April 2016 at 11:45

My company would like to offer me an increase. I have the choice of a straight bump-up or I can choose if there are specific benefits I would like that will have a benefit for me (additional money in pocket) and that will be beneficial for them (perhaps less tax they need to pay). I earn a straight salary without any travel allowance or any other benefits that is deducted. Please advise on what would be the best for me and for them?
TaxTim Alicia

TaxTim Alicia said:
28 April 2016 at 11:42

Do you travel for work?
Anonymous

Anonymous said:
28 April 2016 at 11:45

Not much. Not every month. But when I do its also small distances. 100-300km per month at most.
TaxTim Alicia

TaxTim Alicia said:
29 April 2016 at 11:54

You could consider a retirement benefit plan (i.e. pension or provident) which would be a way of saving for the future and it would also result in a tax saving as you could deduct the monthly contributions from your income.
Do you have medical aid?