Why the national pension scheme is the best retirement plan for you

If you’re struggling to save up enough money to retire comfortably, you’re not alone. The majority of American workers are under-saved for retirement, and many don’t even have access to employer-sponsored retirement plans such as 401(k)s. In this article, we’ll discuss how the national pension scheme can benefit you now and in the future. If your company doesn’t offer one, you can still benefit from using an online version of the national pension scheme . What to do before enrolling in NPS If you’re thinking about enrolling in the national pension scheme (NPS), there are a few things you should do first. Make sure you understand how the NPS works and what your options are. You’ll also want to compare the NPS to other retirement plans to see if it’s right for you. Here’s what you need to know before Read more…

What You Need to Know About Taxation in India

What do you need to know about taxation in India? For starters, you should know that even though the formal name of the country is the Republic of India, its informal name (and the one most people use) is India. India gained independence from Britain in 1947 and became a republic in 1950; since then, it has grown into one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing economies, in large part due to its strong and growing manufacturing sector. Sales tax In India, the central government imposes a national sales tax on the sale of most goods and services. The tax is called the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) and is levied at a rate of 18%. In addition to the CGST, most states also levy a state sales tax, called the State Goods and Services Tax (SGST). The SGST Read more…

Tips to Structure Your Salary And Get the Maximum Tax Advantage

There are many components to your company salary that also vary with tax rules. Taxes for each component depend on current tax policies. You have some freedom in deciding how your salary is structured at work. Employers usually offer a number of different to you at work and you may even be able to negotiate for certain benefits. Salary structures can be tricky, but this article provides a breakdown of all the key considerations. With these, you’ll know what factors to take into account (like take-home pay and tax liability) in order to create the best one for you. #1: Opt for House Rent Allowance: Suppose you are living on rent and receiving HRA as part of your salary. In that case, you must provide rent receipts to your employer to claim a tax deduction on this income component. As Read more…

Learn the tax rules that apply to your ELSS investments

ELSS is one of the best tax-saving options for young investors because it’s transparent, low cost and easy to invest in. As an investor we know that knowledge is power. We empower our members with the right knowledge to make better decisions on personal finance. In this post, you will learn about the tax benefits of ELSS and some tips on how to take advantage of these investment vehicles. Taxation Stage #1: On making the investment: There is no limit to how much money you can invest in ELSS schemes. The maximum tax benefit under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act for these investments, however, is capped at INR 1,50,000 Taxation Stage #2: On receipt of dividend: You will only be eligible for the dividend payout mode at this stage IF you have selected it upon investing. Earlier, before Read more…

Mistakes You Must Avoid In Your Tax Planning

You open your to-do list for the day and there it is! The one reminder you’ve ignored for weeks (or months) saying “Complete Your Tax Planning.” But today is the last day of submission of investment proofs! Yes, this can be procrastination fatigue, but know that if you complete your tax planning right. All the mistakes on tax planning and how you can save money on taxes where you find the correct information. Mistake # 1: Not educating yourself on taxation: “The most important investment you can make is in yourself.” – Warren Buffet No, you don’t have to study for hours on end and become a tax expert to use our tax services. We just insist that you know the basics so that you can best help yourself. It’s just like an investment- it will pay you back big Read more…

Work From Home & Tax Implications

2020 is a milestone year for many reasons, but it’s also been a completely unpredictable one. The economy is down and there’s a surplus of job losses. Many businesses are failing and due to this the rise of work from home jobs has skyrocketed. Aside from being a stable way to make some money, this is a great option for newly unemployed people that need income. To clear through this juncture, here are some things you have to keep in mind before filing your taxes. .File Early. Tax laws change every year, and what you might think is a loophole in the current tax code could be closed off by the end of this year. It’s best to file your taxes as early as possible so that you’re sure to get your refund and won’t have to worry about any Read more…

School Fee Saves Tax

This time of the year, parents are planning for school admissions and students are preparing to go back to their classes with projects and assignments additionally, this year a Covid-19 situation has made students and their parents have to pay the school fees online. The school sends emails detailing how this will be done. We should understand that paying school fees provides tax relief and not forget to claim this as a deduction from taxable income. So, please keep your school fees receipts safe so that our tax experts get that deduction for you while filing your I-T R You may be eligible for deductions against school fee payments: there are 80C deductions, among other things. School fees can count, along with insurance premia, PPF, EPF, FDR, NSC and so on. The aggregate limit for these is Rs1 lakh per Read more…

Tax Benefits For Owning A House

Getting a home loan and buying property is the best way to make the most of tax benefits. You can save money when you get your home loan and deduct interest from it too. Additionally, from the tax year 2019-20 onwards, you can also get relief from paying taxes through this deduction of ₹1,50,000/-. This deduction was introduced for the assessment year 2020-21 onwards. For home owners, it can be argued that the government is trying to promote affordable low-cost houses by providing a deduction of up to ₹1,50,000. However affordable housing is not available for all due to a lack of subsidies. This deduction is additional to the deduction against income from house property. This deduction can’t be taken off of income from house property, but instead should be deducted off of your gross total income. What is this Read more…

The Complete Guide to Tax Rebates for Small Taxpayers in India and How They Can Help You Save Money

Introduction: What is a Tax Rebate? keywords: tax rebate, indian tax rebate, small tax rebate A tax rebate is a refund of taxes that an individual has paid in a previous year. The government offers this rebate as a way of encouraging people to save money for taxes. The Indian government offers tax rebates to individuals who make less than the taxable limit. This limit is Rs 2,50,000 for salaried employees and Rs 3,00,000 for individuals who are self-employed or business owners. There are also small tax rebates that are offered to those who have made less than Rs 25,000 in income during the financial year or those who have made less than Rs 5 lakhs in investments. A tax rebate is generally offered when an individual has paid more taxes than they needed to and the government wants them Read more…

Grow your wealth while saving taxes

At the end of every year, do you find yourself making multiple last minute tax investments? Are you asking if I have tried to look into why this pattern continues? Tax planning is one of the most important aspects of finance. The negatives associated with it are inevitable, but they should not be seen as a deterrent. If you agree with that, it’s worth re-evaluating your attitude and trying to see it as a tool for creating wealth. This article offers 5 tips to help you save the maximal amount of money while also ensuring that you earn more money. The first thing you should do is increase your knowledge of personal finance taxation. Sadly, the schools don’t teach us money management. However, you can use a variety of tools to learn how to best manage your finances. All you Read more…