Claiming of medical tax credit in the 2026 tax-year
SARS has updated its guide on medical tax credits for the 2026 tax year, and there are a few things every taxpayer should know before filing. From the monthly credit amounts and who qualifies as a dependant, to the new Declaration Alert Questionnaire that could save you from a full audit, this article breaks it all down in plain language. If you pay medical aid contributions for a parent, spouse, or child, or if your dependant numbers have changed from last year, this is what you need to know before you submit your return.
Social Media Influencers and Tax: What You Need to Know (and Do)
If you're earning through brand deals, free products, or crypto as an influencer, there's one thing you can't ignore - tax. This article explains exactly what counts as taxable income, how to stay compliant, and what deductions you might be missing out on, because even your freebies aren't free from tax.
Home Office Tax Claims: What SARS Allows (And What It Doesn’t)
Think your dining table counts as a home office? SARS disagrees.
If you're working from home and hoping to claim tax deductions, you'd better know the rules. SARS's Interpretation Note 28 lays out exactly who qualifies, what counts as a home office, which expenses are allowed and what could land your claim in hot water. Read below and learn when and how to claim home office expenses and SARS scrutiny.
Medical Expenses in 2025: What You Can and Can’t Deduct
Need to claim medical expenses? This is for you.
With healthcare costs climbing faster than medical aid cover, understanding how to claim every cent of medical tax relief has never been more important. This article guides you on what medical expenses you can and can’t deduct in 2025, explains the difference between deductions and rebates, and shows how SARS’s medical tax credits can significantly reduce your tax bill. Read below and help your clients keep more money in their pockets while staying compliant.
Assessed Losses and Silver Lining in Your Business: The Tax Relief Done Right
Made a loss this year? Don’t sweat it! Assessed losses could be the silver lining that slashes next year’s tax bill. But there’s a catch: tax laws are changing, and SARS is tightening the screws on how, and when you can actually use those losses. Below we show you how to turn your loss into a smart tax move (and avoid losing out altogether…).