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Understanding SARS Payment Plans with Boatwright Consulting

Understanding SARS Payment Plans and Tax Debt Solutions

When it comes to SARS Payment Plans and Tax Debt Soltions, it is important to provide clarity regarding SARS payment plans, how they work, and when they can be applied for. Many taxpayers experience uncertainty when dealing with outstanding tax liabilities, and it is important to understand both the available

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Keep More of What You Earn

The recent Budget introduced a number of changes that will affect both individuals and businesses, although not always in obvious ways. Inflation-related adjustments provide some relief by reducing the “silent” increase in tax that occurs when income rises but tax brackets do not. In practice, however, this benefit is only

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Provisional Tax Surprises

February tends to be the month where tax reality catches up with people. The second provisional tax payment was due, estimates suddenly need to be accurate, and any gaps in the books start to show. Over the past month we spent a lot of time helping clients avoid the common

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Provisional Tax Due This Month – February 2026

Dear Client, This is a friendly reminder that provisional tax returns and payments are due by the end of February for: It is important that provisional tax estimates are reasonable and accurate, as SARS imposes penalties and interest where estimates are materially understated or where returns are not submitted. Key

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Starting Your Books the Right Way in 2026

January sets the tone for the year ahead. How you start your books now affects everything that follows, from budgeting and forecasting to tax and compliance. A little structure early on creates clarity and takes pressure off later. This month we focused on helping business owners reset their finances, plan

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Commission Earners: This One’s For You

If you earn commission, your tax picture works a little differently from someone who only earns a salary. When more than half of your income comes from commission, SARS may allow wider work related deductions and may also require you to register as a provisional taxpayer. Understanding how your income

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