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1. Get started now or as soon as possible.

Filing an income tax can be a surprising amount of work. It’s best to get an early start so that you can submit your return before the rush starts.

If you are due a refund, the sooner you file, the sooner you’ll get your money. And if you have underestimated your tax contribution, you may be able to save substantially on penalties and interest payable if you submit early.

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Don’t wait until the absolute deadline to file since SARS offices can be very busy at this time and the eFiling service has been known to fold under deadline demand.

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