The BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax (SVT) is an annual tax that applies to residential properties that are not someone’s principal residence, in certain areas of British Columbia (BC). This includes non-primary residences owned by Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or foreign owners. The tax is intended to reduce speculative demand for residential properties and increase … Read more
AVC stands for Additional Voluntary Contributions which are personal contributions made by an employee into a registered pension scheme, to enhance their pension provision. It offers tax relief which reduces the amount of income tax and National Insurance Contributions (NIC) due on the contribution. Basically, it means that you can save more for your retirement … Read more
Brokerage accounts are subject to taxation, meaning the government may levy taxes on gains or income generated within them. When you sell an investment like a stock or bond at a higher price than you bought it, you realize a capital gain. Short-term capital gains, held for a year or less, are taxed as ordinary … Read more
A taxonomic group is a level of classification used to organize living things. It is a way of grouping organisms into manageable and meaningful units based on their shared characteristics. The most basic taxonomic group is the species, which consists of organisms that are very similar to each other and can interbreed to produce fertile … Read more
Delaware is one of the few states in the United States that does not have a general sales tax, personal income tax, or corporate income tax. This lack of taxation has made Delaware a popular destination for businesses and individuals looking to save money on taxes. There are several reasons why Delaware has no tax. … Read more
London’s famous black cabs earned their name from their iconic black paintwork. The tradition began in the 17th century when hackney carriages (the forerunners of taxis) were required by law to be painted black. Drivers found black paint to be practical since it hid dirt and grime, and also had the advantage of being less … Read more
In the United States, individuals who are not citizens or permanent residents, known as non-resident aliens, are generally required to pay taxes on income earned within the US borders. The tax liability for non-resident aliens depends on their specific circumstances, such as the type of income earned, the duration of their stay, and whether they … Read more
Ministers are exempt from paying taxes due to a long-standing tradition known as the “parsonage allowance.” This allowance dates back to the early days of the United States when ministers were often paid in the form of housing and other benefits, rather than cash. The parsonage allowance is considered part of a minister’s compensation and … Read more
Taxiways, designated paths for aircraft movement on an airport, are marked with signs to guide pilots. The sign indicating the end of a taxiway is typically a large yellow sign with a black border and the word “END” in bold letters. This sign is placed at the physical end of the taxiway and serves as … Read more
Taxes in the United States can be levied by both the national government and individual states. National taxes, also known as federal taxes, are imposed by the federal government and apply to all citizens and businesses within the country. State taxes are imposed by individual states and vary depending on the state’s laws and regulations. … Read more