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SARS Taxpayer Rights: Objections and Appeals in So...

This article highlights taxpayers' constitutional right to object and appeal against SARS assessment...


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Managing Expectations When Interacting with SARS

This article explores the complexities of interacting with SARS, emphasizing the importance of under...


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The Future of Tax: How Technology is Reshaping the...

This article explores how emerging technologies like AI, automation, and cloud-based solutions are t...


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Heads Up - Tax & VAT Changes for 2025/2026

Some important tax and VAT changes are coming, bru. VAT's going up, and there are tweaks to income t...


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AI and Innovation in Financial Reporting: Staying...

Explore how AI and automation are transforming financial reporting.


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Tax Tech Is Evolving Faster Than Ever: Why Staying...

Tax technology is evolving faster than ever, making it crucial for accountants to stay informed. Fro...


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Solar Tax Incentive – Wear and Tear Clarification

Businesses can claim a 125% tax deduction on new, qualifying solar assets under Section 12BA, valid...


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Capital Gains Tax and Usufruct Declaration

Calculation and tax implications of capital gains for daughters and usufruct declaration for parents...


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Key Practice Management Strategies to Build and Sc...

Building a successful small tax practice takes more than technical skills—it requires strategy, effi...


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Clarification on PIT Registration for Non-SA Tax R...

Guidance needed on how to indicate non-South African tax residency when registering for PIT with SAR...


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Flexible Repayment Plan for Mining Client

Seeking guidance on a flexible repayment plan for a mining client facing cash flow volatility, as a...


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Guidance on VDP Process & Taxpayer Detail Update

Guidance on whether to apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Programme (VDP) before submitting outstand...


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Clarification on Section 64E(4) and Credit Loan Ac...

Seeking clarification on the application of Section 64E(4) to credit loan accounts, potential donati...


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Clarification on VAT and Tax Implications of Lease...

Analysis of VAT and tax implications of lease agreements in South Africa, focusing on demand letters...


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Tax Implications of Cost-Recovery Structure for Ex...

Assessing potential tax implications for an external company in South Africa that only recovers offi...


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S7C Implications – Loan Interest Calculation

Determining whether loan interest under Section 7C should be calculated for the full financial year...


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Section 7C Interest Calculation on Loan – Full Yea...

Determining whether interest on a loan under Section 7C should be calculated for the full financial...


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Tax Deductibility of Loan Waiver Upon Employee Res...

Assessing the tax deductibility of a loan waiver and related tax liabilities paid by an employer fol...


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Acceptance of Namibian Property Valuation & Estat...

Namibian Property Valuation & Estate Duty Query


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Claiming Medical Aid Contributions and Additional...

Elderly parent's medical bills?


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A Quick Guide to Section 95 of the Tax Administrat...

This guide outlines the steps taxpayers can take to dispute a SARS estimated assessment under Sectio...


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Tax Treatment of R10M Land Sale Error

A client seeks advice on addressing tax issues with SARS after R10 million from a land sale was inco...


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Evolving VAT Compliance – Do We Really Know What W...

VAT compliance has evolved, and outdated practices can lead to costly mistakes. This article explore...


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Foreign Employment Income Exemption Section 10(1)(...

This guide explores the South African income tax (ITA) foreign employment income exemption (FEIE), a...


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