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Lower TDS on Rent, Commission, and Other Receipts Using Form 13
Form 13 under Section 197 of the Income-tax Act , 1961, allows taxpayers to reduce TDS on rent, commission, and other receipts by ensuring tax is deducted based on actual liability instead of standard rates. Without this certificate, deductors apply fixed TDS rates that may exceed the taxpayer’s real tax burden, leading to excess deduction and blocked funds. Applying for Form 13 helps align TDS with actual income, improves cash flow, and reduces dependency on refunds. It is e
Astha Bhatia
3 days ago8 min read
How to Apply for a TAN and Start TDS Compliance the Right Way
Applying for a Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number is mandatory for anyone required to deduct or collect tax at source in India. Without a valid TAN, TDS payments, returns, and certificates cannot be processed correctly, leading to penalties and compliance issues. TAN registration under Section 203A of the Income Tax Act is the starting point for lawful TDS compliance. Once allotted, deductors must follow a structured process covering deduction, deposit, return filing
Pritish Sahoo
Feb 278 min read
Got a Notice After Filing ITR-4? We’ll Sort It
Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) is an essential step for every taxpayer, especially for those filing ITR-4, which is commonly used...
Farheen Mukadam
Aug 28, 20259 min read


Section 33AB of the Income Tax Act: A Guide on Deductions for Tea, Coffee, and Rubber
Certain industries have immense potential because of the unique value of the product they provide. For this reason, they are supported by...
Farheen Mukadam
Aug 19, 20256 min read
Fringe Benefit Tax: A Detailed Guide
The Income Tax Act has eliminated several clauses, citing the complexity and the difficulty of compliance for taxpayers. Among the...
Nimisha Panda
Aug 6, 20254 min read
Property Sale TDS under Section 194IA: Reporting in Buyer and Seller ITRs
Section 194IA of the Income Tax Act deals with the deduction of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on the sale of property. This provision...
Farheen Mukadam
Aug 1, 20259 min read
Understanding Section 194IA: TDS on Property Purchase Over ₹50 Lakhs
Section 194IA of the Income Tax Act , pertains to the deduction of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on the transfer of immovable property....
Farheen Mukadam
Aug 1, 20259 min read
TDS Deducted Under Section 194J: How to Report It as Professional Income
Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) is a mechanism used by the Indian government to collect income tax at the source of income generation. It...
Farheen Mukadam
Aug 1, 20259 min read
Section 142(2A) Explained: Why You're Asked for a Special Audit
Section 142(2A) of the Income Tax Act is a provision that allows the Income Tax Department to order a special audit of a taxpayer's...
Farheen Mukadam
Jul 31, 20259 min read
Income from Upwork, Fiverr, or Foreign Clients? Reporting Rules in ITR
Freelancing is a rapidly growing profession in India, with many individuals earning income from international clients. However, with such...
Farheen Mukadam
Jul 31, 202510 min read
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