Peter O hallaron
Sparks fly over service tax in the US
There’s something fundamentally wrong with a country where non-taxpaying voters get to determine what happens with money contributed by others.
Understanding the contra fiscum rule
This common law rule is applied where the interpretation of a particular tax statute is ambiguous.
Tax: who are the good guys and who are the bad?
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) was formed in 1961, ostensibly to promote economic and social well-being. It is made up of members of developed countries and is highly influential.
8 ways to avoid paying tax
Although government has closed some of the loopholes, there are a number of creative, legal ways for South African businesses to avoid paying tax.
How to negotiate with SARS
If you want peace, prepare for war, goes the ancient adage. This is certainly a maxim to live by when it comes to negotiating with SARS.
A Christmas wish list for SA’s taxpayers
Here’s hoping that Santa will come through on at least some of these…
