New vs Old Tax Regime The new tax regime under the Income Tax Act in India, introduced in the Union Budget 2020-21, offers taxpayers an alternative tax structure with lower tax rates but without various deductions and exemptions available under the old tax regime. New tax regime: 1. Lower Tax Rates: The new tax regime… Read More »
Dividend policy Tax planning with reference to dividend policy involves structuring the payment of dividends in a tax-efficient manner. Here are some key tax planning considerations in relation to dividend policy: Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT): In certain jurisdictions, companies are required to pay DDT on the distribution of dividends. Tax planning can involve assessing the… Read More »
Tax planning with reference to nature of business “Tax Optimization Based on Business Nature” Tax planning, with reference to the nature of business, entails the identification and implementation of strategies tailored to the specific characteristics and operations of the business to optimize tax positions. Here’s a fresh perspective on tax planning with respect to… Read More »
Asset Depreciation: Can Assets Be Depreciated? When businesses or individuals purchase assets like machinery, equipment, or buildings, these assets typically wear down or lose value over time. This natural decline in value is recognized as depreciation. But, can all assets be depreciated? Let’s break it down. What is Depreciation? Depreciation is the accounting process of… Read More »
How LLP can save tax Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) can potentially benefit from specific tax advantages and strategies, subject to the jurisdiction and individual circumstances in place. These advantages and strategies have the potential to contribute to tax savings. Here are some potential ways which can explain How LLP can save tax: Pass-through… Read More »
LLP ITR filing requirements Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) have gained popularity as a flexible and advantageous business structure for entrepreneurs and small businesses. However, like any other business entity, LLPs are subject to certain income tax filing requirements imposed by the tax authorities. Let’s explore this topic to understand the intricacies of LLP ITR… Read More »
Book Keeping Book keeping is a subset of accounting and refers to the process of recording and organizing financial transactions of a business. It involves systematically recording the financial activities such as sales, purchases, receipts, and payments in appropriate books or electronic records. Accounting, on the other hand, encompasses a broader set of activities… Read More »
ITR filing for freelancers ITR filing for freelancers, Freelancers in India are typically classified as self-employed individuals, and they are required to file their income tax return (ITR) using the appropriate ITR form based on their income and nature of work. Here are some key points to consider for ITR filing for freelancers: Choose the… Read More »
ITR Filing is Mandatory Income tax return (ITR) filing is mandatory in several situations in India. Here are ten common scenarios where individuals are required to file their ITR: ITR filing is mandatory in 10 situations: 1. Income above Basic Exemption Limit: If your total income before claiming any deductions exceeds the basic exemption… Read More »
ITR for Salaried Person For salaried individuals, the applicable Income Tax Return (ITR) form in India is typically ITR-1 (Sahaj) or ITR-2. The choice between these forms depends on certain factors such as the level of income, the presence of other sources of income, and the eligibility for specific ITR forms. Here’s a… Read More »
