Tax planning vs accounting Tax planning vs accounting: Tax planning and accounting are distinct but interconnected aspects of managing finances. Here’s a comparison between tax planning and accounting: Tax Planning: 1.Focuses on minimizing tax liability and optimizing tax-related strategies to legally reduce taxes. 2. Involves analyzing current and projected financial situations to identify tax-saving… Read More »
Tax planning strategies Tax planning strategies involve various techniques and approaches to legally minimize tax liabilities and optimize a taxpayer’s financial situation. Here are some common tax planning strategies: Income Deferral: Delaying the receipt of income to a later tax year, such as deferring bonuses or income from investments, can help lower your taxable income… Read More »
Written off Assets Written-off assets, When an asset is write off, the tax treatment depends on the type of asset and the reason for the write-off. If it is a business asset, such as machinery or equipment, that is being write off due to obsolescence or wear and tear, the write-off may be eligible… Read More »
Indirect and Direct Tax Indirect and Direct tax is a type of tax that is imposed on the income or wealth of an individual or entity. It is called “direct” because the tax is levied directly on the person or entity that is liable to pay it. The tax liability cannot be shifted to… Read More »
Tax exempt Tax exempt: In India, a tax-exempt organization is refer to as a “charitable organization” or “charitable trust” and is exempt from paying income taxation under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This exemption applies to organizations that are establish for charitable, religious, or educational purposes, as well as those established for… Read More »
Introduction Filing an income tax return (ITR) is a crucial financial responsibility for taxpayers. However, errors or omissions can sometimes occur while filing. A common question many taxpayers ask is: “Can an income tax return be revised after it has been processed?” The answer is yes, but with certain conditions. This article explores the… Read More »
Introduction The Finance Act 2021 introduced Section 194Q of the Income Tax Act to regulate tax deduction at source (TDS) on the purchase of goods. The provision came into effect on July 1, 2021, and aims to enhance tax compliance, prevent tax evasion, and widen the tax base. This article delves into the meaning, applicability,… Read More »
Capital Gains Tax Capital gains tax is a tax imposed on the profit earned by individuals or corporations when they sell an asset at a higher price than its original purchase cost. This tax applies specifically to assets classified as “capital assets,” including stocks, bonds, real estate, and various investments. When an individual sells a… Read More »
Standard Deduction in income tax The meaning of “standard deduction” in the context of income tax rules, refers to a fixed amount of deduction that is applicable to the gross income of salaried individuals, regardless of the actual expenses incurred. The purpose of the standard deduction is to reduce the tax liability and provide relief… Read More »
Assessment year and Previous year Assessment Year and Previous Year are two significant terms used in the Indian Income Tax Act of 1961, and their meanings are as follows: Previous Year is a term use in the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961, which refers to the specific financial year during which the income… Read More »