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A Legal Perspective on Nigeria’s 1.5% Crypto Stamp Duty
The Statutory Basis for Applying Stamp Duty to Digital Assets Continue reading on Medium »
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TAX PROFESSIONALS and Business Professionals: HAVE AN IRS, EDD, CDTFA or FTB COLLECTION CASE THAT…
Written By: Martha De la chaussee, former IRS Collection Revenue Officer, mentor to tax professionals, author, speaker, trainer in tax… Continue reading on Medium »
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Mutual funds vs direct stocks: The hidden tax advantage on dividends that investors should know about
Mutual fund investors can benefit from a tax advantage on dividends received by schemes, as these dividends are not taxed at the scheme level. The full amount can remain invested and compound, unlike direct stock dividends, which are taxed at the investor’s slab rate.
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SEBI | FPIs Investing Only in Government Securities Not Required to Furnish Investor Group Details: SEBI
SEBI modifies the FPI Master Circular to remove the requirement for FPIs investing only in Government Securities to furnish investor group details, with the change effective immediately. The post FPIs Investing Only in Government Securities Not Required to Furnish Investor Group Details: SEBI appear
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Goods and Services Tax | GSTN Enables Appeals Against NIL or Zero Demand Orders
GSTN removes portal restriction and enables taxpayers to file Form GST APL-01 against demand orders reflecting NIL or Zero demand amount. The post GSTN Enables Appeals Against NIL or Zero Demand Orders appeared first on TaxGuru .
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DGFT | DGFT Launches Open API Integration for Certificate of Origin
DGFT Trade Notice 25/2026-27 introduces Open API integration for Certificates of Origin through the Trade Connect e-Platform. The post DGFT Launches Open API Integration for Certificate of Origin appeared first on TaxGuru .
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Finance | From First Enquiry to Final Invoice: Digitising the Modern Professional Practice
Tax and legal practices all run on the same rhythm — enquiry, intake, deadlines, time, invoice — held together by a patchwork of tools. Here is why a growing number of firms are consolidating that entire lifecycle into a single system, and what they gain by doing so. The post From First Enquiry to F
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Only 20 of 320 active fund managers have 10+ years of experience: Why investors should look beyond past returns
Mutual funds often come with 10- or even 20-year performance histories, but the manager currently making investment decisions may have been running the scheme for much less time. A September 2026 analysis found average manager tenure below three years across every equity-fund category.
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Is your SIP in the red after 2 years? Know when 69% of these weak starts entered double-digit return territory
A weak or negative SIP return in the first two years may not be a reason to exit. An analysis of two decades of Nifty 500 TRI data found that nearly 69% of cases with negative two-year SIP returns delivered double-digit annualised returns by year five, while none remained negative.
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Can an S Corp Owner Take Distributions Without a Salary?
Cousins…if you own an S corporation and work in the business, taking distributions does not automatically eliminate the need to pay… Continue reading on Medium »
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Saving money for no reason? 5 luxuries you must spend on once essentials, emergencies and future goals are covered
Investing in experiences and comfort can enhance life satisfaction. Here are 5 luxuries you must spend on once essentials, emergencies and future goals are covered.
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Corporate Tax Services in UAE: A Complete Guide for Businesses in Dubai
The UAE has become one of the world’s leading business destinations, attracting startups, SMEs, multinational companies, and investors. As… Continue reading on Medium »
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Bond yields near 7%: Should investors shift money to debt instruments amid equity volatility and F&O losses?
Bond yields have risen sharply over the past year, with India’s 10-year government bond yield nearing 7%. As equities remain volatile and F&O traders face losses, higher yields are making debt more relevant for retail investors.
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Why the builder wants cash
Cash is not a payment method a modern company needs. It is a way of not being seen, and what it is worth is set by the tax it avoids. Continue reading on Medium »
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HDFC Bank cuts MCLR lending benchmarks from today by 5-10 basis points: Check detailed rates
HDFC Bank has lowered its lending benchmarks by 5 to 10 basis points for various tenures effective September 7, 2026. The revised MCLR rates now range from 7.90% to 8.60%, with reductions benefiting borrowers linked to MCLR loans.
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Income Tax | Tax Audit Mistakes: Key Thresholds and Conditions Taxpayers Should Check
Key tax audit mistakes involving Rs. 10 crore and Rs. 1 crore thresholds, presumptive taxation, turnover, cash transactions and compliance. The post Tax Audit Mistakes: Key Thresholds and Conditions Taxpayers Should Check appeared first on TaxGuru .
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The Future of UK E-Invoicing: Preparing for Digital Tax Compliance
The UK is steadily moving towards greater digitalisation of invoicing, with businesses increasingly evaluating how e-invoicing can improve… Continue reading on Medium »
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Finance | Pinpea Review: The Best Pinterest Downloader and Its Alternatives
Review of Pinpea’s Pinterest downloader, covering supported links, downloads, limitations, alternatives, safety, and frequently asked questions. The post Pinpea Review: The Best Pinterest Downloader and Its Alternatives appeared first on TaxGuru .
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Tax audit vs ITR deadline: The two-stage filing process taxpayers need to know about
For taxpayers subject to a tax audit, the 30 September audit report deadline and the 31 October ITR filing deadline are separate but connected compliance steps for AY 2026-27. Here's what taxpayers need to know about these two deadlines and what they should do before each date.
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Scrooge McDuck Goes to Stockholm
(And no, he didn’t get a Nobel!) Part 2 of two. The real case for capital taxes exists — and it is far narrower than the proposals pretend. Continue reading on Medium »
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The Fee Follows the Case. The Savings Follow the House.
You can hire someone on contingency to win a property tax appeal, sell before it resolves, and get an invoice for a benefit that went to a… Continue reading on Medium »
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5 hacks to save more money: Finance lessons from Indian mothers that make you richer every week
By adopting practical habits, you can effectively save money for future expenses. Here are 5 hacks to save more money; these finance lessons from Indian mothers make you richer every week.
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₹30 lakh investment: FD vs SCSS vs Post Office MIS—which offers the highest monthly income?
Investing ₹30 lakh? Compare SCSS, bank FD and Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) interest rates, income potential, deposit limits and payout frequency to understand which option can deliver the highest regular income while balancing eligibility, liquidity and tax considerations.
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Small Business Taxes: What to Pay and How to File
Managing taxes is an important part of running a small business. Business owners need to understand which taxes apply to their business… Continue reading on Medium »
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