# financialplanning
12 posts in `financialplanning` tag
India's Senior Tax Relief: Simplify Your Retirement Finances
This blog details the simplified tax relief measures, exemptions, and deductions for senior and super senior citizens in India, as outlined by the Income Tax Department. It covers key aspects of the Old and New Tax Regimes, specific deductions for pension and interest income, medical expenses, and relaxed ITR filing norms for Assessment Years 2025-26 and 2026-27, empowering retirees for better financial management.
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By Krishna
Rectify Your ITR: Claim Forgotten Section 80C Deductions and Avoid Penalties
This blog post provides a comprehensive guide for taxpayers who have missed claiming eligible deductions under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961, in their original Income Tax Return (ITR). It explains the importance of Section 80C, the concept of a Revised ITR, and offers a detailed step-by-step process for filing a revised return online. The article also emphasizes the significance of adhering to deadlines to avoid penalties and provides essential tips for a smooth filing experience, ensuring taxpayers can reclaim their rightful tax benefits
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By Krishna
19 Lakh Salary? Here's How to Pay ZERO Income Tax in the New Regime
This blog delves into the strategic methods allowing salaried professionals to pay nil income tax on a ₹19 lakh annual salary under India's New Tax Regime (effective FY 2024-25). It outlines how leveraging increased basic exemption limits, the enhanced Section 87A rebate, standard deductions, employer's NPS contributions, and smart flexi-pay salary structuring can lead to a tax-free income, complete with illustrative calculations and actionable steps.
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By Krishna
Double Your Benefits: Utilize Sections 80C & 80D Simultaneously to Enhance Your Tax Savings
This blog explores how Indian taxpayers can maximise their income tax savings by leveraging both Section 80C and Section 80D of the Income Tax Act. While Section 80C focuses on investments and expenses like PPF, ELSS, and home loan principal repayment, Section 80D offers deductions on health insurance premiums and preventive health check-ups. By using these sections together, taxpayers can claim deductions up to ₹2,00,000 annually. The blog explains eligibility, deduction limits, strategic planning tips, and helps readers choose between the old and new tax regimes for optimal tax benefits.
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By Krishna
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Don't Miss Out! Maximize Section 87A & Claim Every Deduction in Your FY 2024-25 ITR
Maximize your savings and simplify your ITR filing for FY 2024-25! Discover how to effectively utilize the Section 87A rebate and navigate the complexities of deductions under both the old and new tax regimes. This essential guide empowers you to make informed choices, accurately claim every eligible deduction, and confidently file your ITR to prevent any unwelcome tax notices.
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By Krishna
Major Update: You Can Now File ITR-U for the Past Four Years!
The Income Tax Department has announced a monumental extension for ITR-U (Updated Income Tax Return) filing, allowing taxpayers to rectify errors or omissions for up to four previous years instead of the prior two. This blog delves into what ITR-U is, the new extended deadlines, who is eligible to file, situations where it cannot be filed, the associated additional tax liability, and the myriad benefits this flexibility offers for enhanced tax compliance and reduced legal complications.
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By Krishna
Maximize Tax Savings: How to Claim Both 80C & 80CCD Deductions (AY 2025-26)
This guide explains how taxpayers can claim deductions under both Section 80C and Section 80CCD (NPS) of the Income Tax Act for AY 2025-26. It details the limits and interaction of 80C, 80CCD(1), 80CCD(1B - additional ₹50k), and 80CCD(2 - employer contribution). The post clarifies that combining these benefits (up to ₹2 Lakh + employer contribution) is possible under the Old Tax Regime, while only 80CCD(2) is available under the New Tax Regime. An example illustrates maximizing deductions under the Old Regime.
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By Krishna
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Last Notice! Alert from the Income Tax Department: Submit your ITR for AY 2023-24 by March 31, 2025 - Avoid Higher Taxes and Interest!
This important reminder highlights the crucial deadline of March 31, 2025, for submitting your ITR for AY 2023-24. Discover the penalties associated with late submissions, typical errors to steer clear of, and a detailed guide to help you file your tax return promptly.
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By Krishna
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New TDS Rules 2025: Changes in Tax Deduction Limits for FD Interest, Dividends & Rental
This article discusses the impending modifications to TDS regulations that will take effect in April 2025, particularly highlighting the raised thresholds for FD interest, dividends, and rental income. Discover how these changes can advantage taxpayers and what steps to take in anticipation of the new rule.
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By Krishna
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How to Avoid Paying Capital Gains Tax on Stock Market Profits | An explanation of LTCG and STCG
Investors in the stock market must comprehend capital gains tax. This blog offers practical tips to reduce or prevent taxes on your stock market profits in addition to explaining Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) and Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG). Find out how to be tax-efficient while increasing your profits.
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By Krishna
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Act Now! 5 Tax-Saving Strategies to Beat the March 31 Deadline
The tax-saving investment deadline of March 31 draws near. To maximize your savings and lower your tax burden for FY 2023–2024, you should put these five tax-saving methods into practice before the deadline. Discover how to maximize your tax-saving options, from collecting health insurance and home loan advantages to optimizing Section 80C investments.
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By Krishna
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Notification No. 19/2025: Tax Implications of PFC’s Ten Year Zero Coupon Bond
Notification No. 19/2025, issued by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), recognizes Power Finance Corporation Ltd.’s Ten Year Zero Coupon Bond under Section 2(48) of the Income Tax Act. This notification provides clarity on the bond’s tax implications, making it a more transparent and attractive investment option. Investors should consider tax planning, financial goals, and risk assessment before investing in such instruments.
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By Krishna