Social Media Income Under the Microscope | SARS Rules Explained
Send us a textEnsure that all your income is fully compliant. Learn how to manage your taxes and avoid penalties: https://bit.ly/47AvDcV Join Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement & Compliance as he discusses SARS’s latest focus on social media influencers and content creators during his SAfm interview with Jimmy Moyaha. Learn what income must be declared, how SARS tracks worldwide earnings, and practical steps for influencers to stay compliant. #SARSCompliance #InfluencerTax #DigitalEconomy What You Will Learn: 00:00 – Introduction 00:15 – SARS targets social media influencers and digital content creators 01:12 – Definition of gross income and worldwide income obligations 02:12 – Practical implications for South African residents working abroad 03:11 – Importance of tax advisors and record-keeping 04:10 – Educational resources and webinars available for influencers 05:08 – How brand deals, sponsored content, and non-cash income are treated 06:53 – Global information exchange and tracking foreign income 07:16 – Closing insights and recommendationsSupport the show
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Are You Really Compliant? What SARS Records Say About You
Send us a textRead the full article and contact our team today: https://bit.ly/4n7naD5 In a recent vodcast, Chrispos Seete (SARS Tax Compliance Specialist) and Alex Mahundla (SARS Tax Compliance Specialist) from Tax Consulting South Africa explain how a Tax Diagnostic Report provides a non-triggering SARS health check across your entire profile. Key Highlights 00:00–02:00 Why paying penalties without filing results in recurring charges 02:00–04:30 What a Tax Diagnostic Report covers and why it is non-triggering 04:30–07:00 Handling missing or inactive tax numbers and SARS appointments 07:00–09:30 Checking historic returns and deemed Capital Gains Tax 09:30–12:00 Using the report before withdrawing retirement funds or applying for an Approval for International Transfer (AIT) PIN 12:00–14:30 CIPC directorship checks and the need for deregistration 14:30–17:00 Filing as resident or non-resident and common flagged returns 17:00–20:00 Why ceasing tax residency needs formal confirmation and professional help #SARS #TaxDiagnostics #ExpatTaxSupport the show
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How a Tax Diagnostic Report Protects You from SARS Penalties | SAFM
Send us a textIn this SAFM Market Update interview, Alex Mahundla (SARS Compliance Specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa) explains why a Tax Diagnostic Report is an essential compliance tool for every taxpayer, especially for individuals with complex tax affairs. Key insights from the interview: What a Tax Diagnostic Report is and how it works Why confirming your residency status with SARS is critical How outdated details, outstanding returns, and liabilities can trigger penalties Why even South African residents with local income should consider a report The consequences of waiting for SARS to act before you do Get ahead of your tax affairs and avoid unnecessary penalties. A Tax Diagnostic Report provides the clarity you need to remain compliant and file correctly. Book a consultation with our tax attorneys: https://bit.ly/45Jc80D #TaxDiagnostic #SARS #TaxCompliance #ExpatTax #TaxConsultingSouthAfricaSupport the show
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SARS is coming after YOUR foreign retirement funds
Send us a textRead the full article: https://bit.ly/3I8OstqSpeak to our specialists: https://bit.ly/3IcnAbXCould your foreign retirement funds soon be taxed in South Africa? In this discussion, Delano Abdoll (Legal Manager: Cross-Border Taxation) and John-Paul Fraser (Team Lead: Cross-Border Taxation) unpack how SARS’ proposed removal of the foreign pension exemption could affect expatriates, returning residents, and high-net-worth individuals with offshore retirement funds. From Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) to the two-pot system, they reveal the risks, timelines, and urgent planning steps every client and practitioner must understand. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:26 – The Removal of Foreign Pension Fund Exemptions 03:27 – South Africa’s Deficit and the Push to Increase Tax Collection 05:25 – Tax Residency Rules and the Impact on Foreign Pensions 08:22 – Public Comment Period Closing 12 September 2025 17:36 – Practical Advice for Taxpayers and Retirement Planning #SARS #DoubleTaxation #TLAB2025Support the show
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Debt, Deferrals & Compromises: Your 2025 Compliance Playbook
Send us a textCan SARS take money directly from your bank account? Yes, and it is already happening. In this episode, Tax Attorney Junaid Bhayla and Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement and Compliance, Jashwin Baijoo, break down how tax debt arises, what triggers SARS collection, and how legal relief can protect you from criminal liability or asset loss. Visit our website for more info: https://bit.ly/4lBwMF7Support the show
Welcome to the Tax Consulting Podcast, your trusted source for expert insights into South African tax matters. Featuring a range of specialists from various departments across Tax Consulting South Africa, including legal, tax, and accounting professionals, each episode offers in-depth discussions on key topics such as expatriate tax, tax residency, SARS updates, compliance strategies, and more. Whether you are an affluent individual, expatriate, or business, our podcast provides the knowledge and guidance needed to confidently manage your tax obligations, mitigate risks, and maximise opportunities.
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