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 »
Goods and Services Tax (GST) Goods and Services Tax (GST): The GST is a comprehensive indirect taxation system imposed on the provision of goods and services across India. It is a destination-base tax system that aims to replace multiple indirect taxes like excise duty, service tax, VAT (Value Added Tax), and others. 1. Introduction: GST… Read More »
Amalgamation of companies Amalgamation of companies “Tax Planning in Company Amalgamations”: Tax planning, within the context of amalgamation of companies, refers to the strategic approach of structuring the transaction in a way that minimizes the tax implications for the participating companies and shareholders. Here’s a unique perspective on tax planning with reference to company amalgamations:… 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… Read More »
Tax planning is adopt Tax planning a widely adopted practice by individuals and businesses around the world. Taxation planning strategies vary depending on the specific tax laws and regulations of each country. Some countries are known for having more favorable tax regimes and incentives for tax planning, while others may have stricter regulations and… Read More »
When is an LLP not tax transparent Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) are a popular business structure due to their flexibility and the protection they offer to partners. One of the key benefits of an LLP is its tax transparency, where profits are taxed at the partner level rather than the entity level. However, there… Read More »
Managerial Decisions Tax planning, within the context of managerial decisions, refers to the strategic consideration of potential tax implications when making business decisions and integrating tax-efficient strategies into the decision-making process. Here’s a unique perspective on tax planning with reference to managerial decisions: Tax planning involves a proactive and holistic approach to evaluate the… 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 »
Bookkeeping Accounting Principles Bookkeeping Accounting Principles are closely intertwine terms that encompass the meticulous documentation, arrangement, and communication of financial transactions and data for a business or organization. Despite their interconnections, these two concepts hold separate significance. Going Concern Principle: This principle assumes that a business will continue its operations in the foreseeable future.… Read More »
Estate Tax Valuation Valuation of assets for estate tax purposes is an important step in determining the estate tax liability when an individual passes away. The value of assets included in the decedent’s estate is used to calculate the estate tax owed to the government. Here are some key points regarding the valuation of… Read More »
