Category Archives: Tax Planning

If a taxpayer does not pay any taxes, can they still maintain their “taxpayer” status Taxpayer status?

Taxpayer status    Taxpayer status,  The term “taxpayer” seems straightforward at first glance: an individual or entity that pays taxes. However, tax law and definitions within the tax system are often more nuanced than they initially appear. The question of whether a person or entity can still be considered a “taxpayer” even if they do… Read More »

What is the difference between tax avoidance vs tax evasion?

What is Tax Avoidance?   Tax avoidance involves legally structuring one’s financial affairs to reduce tax liabilities while staying within the law. It involves using various strategies and methods to take advantage of deductions, credits, exemptions, and other provisions in the tax code to reduce the amount of taxes owed. Characteristics of Tax Avoidance: Legal… Read More »