Interest on Research and Development (R&D) in India is eligible for tax deduction under section 35(2AB) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. To claim this deduction, the taxpayer must be engaged in the business of developing or producing new products, processes, or technologies. The R&D activities must be conducted in India and approved by the … Read more
When you reach retirement age, you may be wondering how much of your pension you can withdraw tax-free each year. The good news is that you can take up to 25% of your pension pot as a tax-free lump sum. This means that if your pension pot is worth £100,000, you can withdraw £25,000 without … Read more
Taxidermy is the art of preserving and mounting the skin of an animal (or parts thereof) on a form that resembles the animal in life. The word “taxidermy” is derived from the Greek words “taxis,” meaning “arrangement,” and “derma,” meaning “skin.” Taxidermy has been practiced for centuries, and there are many different methods and techniques … Read more
When clergy abuse settlements are received, the taxability of these payments can be a complex issue. In general, if the settlement is for physical or emotional injuries, it is not taxable. However, if the settlement includes punitive damages or compensation for lost wages, it may be subject to taxation. In some cases, the settlement may … Read more
In Ark: Survival Evolved, the Pegomastax is a small, sneaky creature that can be found in various regions. It’s known for its mischievous behavior, as it steals items from players’ inventories when they least expect it. If they manage to grab an item, they quickly run away and hide. To retrieve the stolen items, players … Read more
Federally recognized tribes are sovereign nations with their own laws and governments. As such, they are exempt from paying federal income taxes on income earned from activities within their reservations. This tax exemption is based on the principle of tribal sovereignty, which recognizes the inherent authority of tribes to govern themselves and manage their own … Read more
The Reciprocity Rule in taxation allows a country to tax the foreign income of its residents, even if that income is not taxed in the foreign country. This rule is based on the principle of reciprocity, which means that countries agree to treat each other’s residents in a similar manner for tax purposes. The Reciprocity … Read more
RESP contributions made from after-tax income are not tax-deductible, so you won’t receive a tax receipt for them. However, you will still receive the government grant of 20% on your contributions, up to a maximum of $500 per year. The grant is paid directly to the RESP, so you don’t need to claim it on … Read more
The use of automation in the tax industry holds substantial potential benefits. Automation can enhance accuracy, reduce manual labor, automate repetitive processes, and provide more consistent tax filing. Natural language processing (NLP), a subset of artificial intelligence, empowers computers to understand and process human language. NLP-driven tax automation tools can analyze complex tax codes, extract … Read more
Promotional giveaways can be a great way to market your business and generate leads. But can you deduct the cost of these giveaways on your taxes? The answer is yes, but there are some conditions that must be met. First, the giveaways must be ordinary and necessary expenses for your business. This means that they … Read more