Your SARS tax compliance status can make or break your chances of winning tenders in South Africa. Learn how the CSD links directly to SARS and why staying compliant is essential for government contracts — plus tips to keep your business tender-ready year-round.
How to Handle SARS if You’re Audited or Disagree with Your Assessment
Getting audited or receiving an unexpected assessment from SARS can be stressful. This guide explains how to handle a SARS audit or dispute an assessment in South Africa — with help from Biz Evolution.
Top 5 Mistakes That Can Get You Penalised During Tax Season in South Africa
Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful! Discover the 5 most common tax mistakes in South Africa that can cost you time and money — and learn how Biz Evolution can help you avoid them.
SARS Tax Season 2025: Key Filing Dates & Auto-Assessment Guide for South Africans
The 2025 SARS tax season has officially opened! Learn everything you need to know about filing deadlines, auto-assessments, who must file, and how to stay compliant with expert advice from our accounting team.
Understanding Provisional Tax for Freelancers and Small Businesses
Provisional tax can be a confusing topic for freelancers and small business owners in South Africa. This guide breaks down what provisional tax is, who needs to pay it, how it’s calculated, and tips for managing your tax obligations to avoid financial surprises.
Why the 2025 Tax Season Might Be Different & What to Do About It.
Get ahead of the 2025 tax season in South Africa with this guide to new SARS updates, the two-pot retirement system, and digital reporting changes. Download our free tax guide and simplify your filing process.
Tax Season Stress? 5 Ways to Simplify Your Tax Return Process
Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover 5 ways to simplify your tax return process with automation tools, proper organization, and professional help. Get prepared early to reduce the hassle and maximize your tax benefits.
IRP6 vs. ITR14: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters for Your Business
Tax compliance is a crucial aspect of running a business in South Africa. Understanding the different tax returns and filing them correctly can help businesses avoid penalties and maintain good standing with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Two key tax returns that businesses must be aware of are the IRP6 and ITR14. This article […]
Got an “Auto-Assessed” SMS? Don’t Panic, South Africa! Here’s the Lowdown
Just got a cryptic SMS from SARS about “auto-assessment“? Relax, you’re not in trouble. This is actually good news! SARS is streamlining things with a new system that could save you time on your taxes. But before you hit snooze forever, here’s what you need to know. What’s the Deal with Auto-Assessment? SARS is using […]
SARS Auto-Assessments: What You Need to Know in South Africa (2024)
At Biz Evolution, we understand that tax season can be a stressful time. This year, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is aiming to streamline the process with auto-assessments for qualifying taxpayers. But what exactly are auto-assessments, and how do you know if you’re eligible? What are SARS Auto-Assessments? Auto-assessments are pre-populated tax returns generated […]