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Planning of Tax

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  The Importance of Tax Planning: Tips for Individuals and Small Businesses Tax planning is an essential aspect of financial planning for both individuals and small businesses. Tax planning involves making informed decisions throughout the year to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax income. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of tax planning and provide tips for individuals and small businesses to help them save money on taxes. Why is Tax Planning Important? Minimizes Tax Liability: Tax planning allows individuals and small businesses to take advantage of tax laws and regulations to minimize their tax liabilities. By planning ahead and making strategic decisions, taxpayers can legally reduce the amount of taxes they owe, leaving them with more money to invest or spend. Ensures Compliance: Tax planning also ensures compliance with tax laws and regulations. By understanding tax laws and regulations, taxpayers can avoid penalties, fines, and legal consequence...

Residential status in Income tax

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  Residential Status of AOP, BOI, and Artificial Judicial Person In India, taxation laws have specific provisions for various types of entities such as Association of Persons (AOP), Body of Individuals (BOI), and Artificial Judicial Person (AJP). These entities have different definitions and their residential status determines the tax implications on their income. In this blog, we will discuss the residential status of AOP, BOI, and AJP. Association of Persons (AOP) An Association of Persons (AOP) is defined as any group of two or more individuals or entities that come together to carry out a business activity or a profession with a common intention of making a profit. The income earned by an AOP is taxable under the Income Tax Act, 1961. The residential status of an AOP is determined by the residence of its members. If all the members of the AOP are residents in India, then the AOP is considered to be a resident entity for tax purposes. However, if any of the members are non-resid...

Types of allowances

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What is allowance? Any monetary benefit offered by the employer to its employees for meeting expenditures, over and above the basic salary are known as Salary Allowances. Allowances are the financial benefit given to the employee over and above the monthly salary. Allowances are particular in nature and are provided to meet the specific requirements of employees. Types of Allowances 1. Taxable Allowances 2.Non - Taxable Allowances 3. Partially Taxable Allowances 1. Taxable Allowance Taxable allowances are those allowances which are part of salary and are not exempted under any section of Income Tax Act. These are taxed as per the tax slab of the employee. Here are few commonly known taxable allowances: a. Dearness Allowance: b. Entertainment Allowance: c. Medical Allowance:   e. Project Allowance  f. Tiffin/Meals Allowance g. Cash Allowance  h. Non-Practicing Allowance  i. Warden Allowance  j. Servant Allowance  k. Transport allowance l. Other Taxable allow...