Is SARS always right? What if I do not agree with their assessments?

Is SARS always right? What if I do not agree with their assessments?   Many of us see SARS as that horrible master who just wants to take our money at every opportunity possible, and it’s money they didn’t even work for. Sometimes you look at an assessment and you even wonder what they are […]

What does a SARS completion/verification letter mean?

SARS verification

What does a SARS completion/verification letter mean? What is a verification:  Being selected for an audit and verification are two different processes. With a verification, SARS is doing a face-value verification of the information declared by the taxpayer on the declaration or in a return. This involves the comparison of the information on the return […]

Can I deduct home office expenses?

Can I deduct home office expenses?

Can I deduct home office expenses?   These days the work culture has changed. Since lockdown was introduced. Some companies had to close shop and some employees were required to work from home. Also and in general, the world is changing and so is the way people work and interact. Many people, like myself, prefer […]