A starting point for independent learning and reliable source checking.
A source-verification checklist
- Identify the official notification, circular, order or standard.
- Distinguish publication date from effective date.
- Check whether the rule applies to the relevant person and period.
- Check for subsequent amendments and clarifications.
- Separate the official text from commentary and interpretation.
- Consider whether case-specific professional advice is needed.
Reading a tax notice
Record the issuing authority, notice date, relevant period, response deadline and requested information. Verify authenticity through the official portal. Do not upload confidential notices, identity information or financial records to an ordinary website form.