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Tax Season 2026 Is Here: File Smarter, Stress Less

Tax Season 2026 has arrived. Know the deadlines, understand auto-assessments, and file your return confidently with Legal&Tax.

3 June 2026 | 3 minute read

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Tax Season Made Simple

Filing your tax return doesn’t have to be stressful. Let Legal&Tax handle it — fast, secure, and affordable support.

2 July 2025 | 4 minute read

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Understanding the Two Pot Retirement System Feature

Tax Implications for South Africans

South Africa's new Two-Pot Retirement System introduces flexible savings options along with significant tax implications, learn practical tips to protect your retirement fund

6 September 2024

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Tax Season Essentials

The essential questions and answers for the Tax Season 2024

1 July 2024

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When does tax season start and what is the deadline for submissions in 2024?

Tax year duration

27 June 2024

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When does the tax year start and end?

Tax year duration

27 June 2024

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What should you do if you receive an auto-assessment from SARS and agree with it?

Auto-Assessments

20 June 2024

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What right does a taxpayer have if they disagree with the outcome of an objection?

Notice of Appeal

18 June 2024

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Why is it important to be truthful in your tax declaration?

Truthfulness in the Declaration

18 June 2024

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How can SARS recover the money you owe them?

Debt Collection by SARS

18 June 2024

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What can you do if you owe SARS a lawfully incurred debt?

Payment Arrangements

17 June 2024

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What can you lodge if you have valid grounds against your assessment?

Notice of Objection

17 June 2024

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What happens when you sell an asset at a profit?

Capital Gains Tax

17 June 2024

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How is rental income from a property treated for tax purposes?

Rental Income Taxation

17 June 2024

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Can you claim a deduction for paying medical aid for financially dependent family members?

Medical Aid Deductions

17 June 2024

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What can independent contractors do to decrease their taxable income?

Expenses for Independent Contractors

17 June 2024

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How do your private Retirement Annuity contributions affect your taxable income?

Retirement Annuity Contributions

17 June 2024

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What penalty does SARS impose for non-submission of your tax return?

Penalties for Non-Submission

17 June 2024

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What information does an IRP5 or IT3(a) certificate show?

IRP5 or IT3(a)

17 June 2024

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What does it generally mean when your refund amount changes to zero?

Refund Processing

17 June 2024

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What is an ITA34?

ITA34

16 June 2024

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What does a minus symbol in front of the calculated result on your assessment mean?

Refund Indicator

16 June 2024

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How will you know when SARS has verified your information?

Notification from SARS

15 June 2024

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Where can supporting documents be uploaded and submitted to SARS?

Submission of Supporting Documents

15 June 2024

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What should you ensure when uploading a supporting document to SARS?

One Time Pin (OTP)

14 June 2024

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How should you format an excel spreadsheet before uploading it to SARS?

Uploading Excel Spreadsheets

14 June 2024

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At what annual income are you required to pay income tax?

Income Tax Threshold

11 June 2024

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How does SARS facilitate the completion of your eFiling registration?

One Time Pin (OTP)

11 June 2024

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What must you update with SARS prior to registering for eFiling?

Updating Contact Information

11 June 2024

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What happens if you file your tax return after the due date of 21 October 2024?

Filing Deadline Penalties

11 June 2024

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Why might SARS delay or decline your registration for eFiling?

Updating Details for eFiling

11 June 2024

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Demystifying Tax Season in South Africa

Tax Season opens on 1 July. Find out everything you need to know before filing your tax return

7 June 2024

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What data does SARS use to calculate your auto-assessment?

Data Used for Auto-Assessments. Assessments

4 June 2024

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What steps should you take if you owe SARS after receiving an auto-assessment?

Data Used for Auto-Assessments

4 June 2024

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What if I owe the Tax man?

Discover the consequences of owing taxes and the importance of tax compliance. Learn how to request payment arrangements with SARS and receive assistance from qualified tax practitioners. Avoid criminal offenses and enforcement collection actions by seeking professional support

30 June 2023 | 3 minute read

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Unpacking the South African Budget Speech 2023/2024

The 2023/2024 Budget Speech is out and we've got all the information you need on how it will affect us, as South Africans. From our petrol tanks to our pockets, we have what you need to know! Below we have a video of our webinar, where we unpacked what the Speech means for South Africans in "real" terms. We also have downloadable sources for you, including the Tax Guide and our 2023/2024 SA Budget Infographic.

23 February 2023

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Tax Companion webinar

Our tax consultant Thembani Mtamo dives into your most frequently asked questions around the 2022 Tax Season. He covers the importance of submitting a return, even if you're under the threshold, supporting documents for claims, and much more.

27 July 2022 | 56 minute read

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2022 Tax Companion

Tax season 2022 is here and so are the answers to the Top 10 most frequently asked questions about income tax.

30 June 2022 | 4 minute read

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Three ways to register as a taxpayer

Not sure how to register as a taxpayer? Our expert outlines three ways to make sure you're registered with the South African Revenue Service.

10 June 2022 | 1 minute read

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Understanding your payslip

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. We all like getting paid, but understanding the paperwork that goes with it is important. Check out your payslip to make sure you have everything you need.

9 June 2022 | 1 minute read

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Tax benefits for independent contractors

#IWishILearntThatInSchool - Part of our series supporting the youth. Did you know you can deduct work related expenses from your gross income?

8 June 2022 | 1 minute read

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Budget speech highlights webinar

We unpack key economic and tax highlights

25 February 2022

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A Guide to Personal Income Tax

The laws and rules about income can seem very complicated. Luckily, our tax expert Johan Swart is here to explain the process to us in a clear and user-friendly way.

3 August 2021 | 8 minute read

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Tax 101

We simplify the complexities of the tax system and provide you with the basic principles in a way that is easy to understand.

13 July 2021 | 3 minute read

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2021 National Budget Speech Highlights

View our budget summary Infographic

24 February 2021

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Unpacking the Supplementary Budget Speech 2020

Johan Swart, Head of Tax, gives us an overview of the supplementary budget delivered by Minister of Finance, Tito Mboweni, on 24 June 2020, detailing the adjustments to the national budget due to the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, tax revenue and expenditure.

1 July 2020 | 5 minute read

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What the budget speech means for us

Very few of us take the time to sit down, and really consider what our country’s annual budget means. We take notice of the tax increases, and how much more our fuel will cost, and our tipple and smokes. We already make little calculations in our minds on how we will have to adjust our personal budgets to make ends meet.

6 March 2020 | 5 minute read

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Budget 2020 highlights

A breakdown of highlights from the most recent budget speech

2 March 2020 | 2 minute read

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Money on the global move

If you are wanting to send move your money outside of South Africa, this is called investing abroad. This process has very strict rules that you must follow or you will be breaking the law.

25 September 2019 | 3 minute read

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Tax for Gogo and Gramps

There are very important financial and tax factors to keep in mind when approaching retirement, and thereafter.

25 September 2019 | 2 minute read

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Guide to Income Personal Tax

The laws and rules around income tax can be difficult to understand. Let our tax experts walk you through everything you need to know about paying personal imcome tax.

31 July 2019 | 7.30 minute read

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Your lifelong companion

This infographic clearly shows the area in which we can support you. Use our services as you grow and experience new challenges in your life. What stage of your life are you currently in?

26 March 2019 | 3 minute read

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Adding Value to Tax

It might be just the beginning of 2019, but already the end of the tax year looms! In addition, the government is about to release the national budget – the results of which can directly affect your purse or pocket.

18 February 2019

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Submitting your tax returns

Johan Swart, Head of Tax Services discusses what you need to know when submitting your tax return. Note: Dates for filing your tax return may differ from year to year.

23 October 2018 | 1.15 minute read

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Starting your first job?

It’s important to be tax-wise from a young age. Tax manager Johan Swart tells us how to do just that.

1 September 2016 | 1.50 minute read

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