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Filing Income Tax Returns for Freelancers Under Section 44ADA and Avoiding Tax Audits
Section 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, offers a simplified tax filing regime for professionals in India, providing relief from the complex requirements of detailed accounting and tax audits. This section is part of the presumptive taxation scheme under Section 44AE, 44BB, and 44AD, which allows eligible professionals to file their taxes with minimal documentation while enjoying tax benefits. Section 44ADA is especially beneficial for professionals like doctors, lawyers, c

Kanchan Bhatt
May 149 min read


TDS Certificate: How to Download Online?
Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) certificates are essential documents for taxpayers, serving as proof that taxes have been deducted from income at the source and remitted to the government by the payer. The process of obtaining these certificates has been greatly simplified thanks to digital advancements. The ability to download TDS certificates online not only saves time but also makes the tax filing process less cumbersome and more transparent. This article will guide you throu

Ankita Murkute
May 146 min read


Section 80D: Deduction In Respect Of Medical Insurance Premia
Very often, tax planners recommend health insurance for tax-saving purposes. Section 80D is a key consideration for individuals as it offers substantial tax benefits while securing adequate health insurance coverage. The premium paid toward medical insurance also helps reduce the individual’s tax burden, contributing to overall savings. However, benefits of 80D deduction are not available if an individual opts for the New Tax Regime . Here is everything to know about 80D ded

Tejaswi Bodke
May 147 min read


How to Handle Salary Mismatch Between Form 16 and ITR
When filing an Income Tax Return (ITR), ensuring that the salary declared matches the figures in Form 16, the Annual Information Statement (AIS), and Form 26AS is essential for smooth processing. Any mismatch can trigger refund delays, error notices, or scrutiny by the Income Tax Department. Salary mismatches often occur due to incorrect TDS reporting, multiple employers, or missing income entries. Understanding how to identify and resolve such discrepancies can help taxpayer

Ankita Murkute
May 149 min read


Why Investment Platforms Are Adding Embedded Tax Filing APIs
The investing experience has become incredibly efficient over the last few years. Retail investors can now execute trades in seconds, access institutional-grade research from their phones, monitor portfolio performance in real time, compare asset classes instantly, and receive data-backed investment insights continuously. Modern investing platforms have successfully reduced friction across almost every stage of wealth creation. But one layer of the investor journey still rema

Astha Bhatia
May 1410 min read
Foreign Tax Credit and Form 67 Defect Notice: How TaxBuddy Helps You Correct Claims
Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) allows relief when tax is paid abroad on income taxable in India, but errors in Form 67 often trigger defect notices that delay refunds or deny credit. These notices commonly arise from mismatches in income details, incorrect currency conversion, late filing, or incomplete documentation. Accurate disclosure under Rule 128 is essential, as the Income Tax Department cross-checks Form 67 with Schedule FSI and foreign tax proofs. With multiple steps invol

Astha Bhatia
May 148 min read
What is the AO Code for PAN Card?
In India, income tax returns must be filed by any organisation that conducts business, renders services, and makes money. A PAN card is required to file an ITR. In order to conduct other high-value transactions, such as purchasing real estate or gold with cash for a larger sum, a PAN card is also necessary. An income tax officer whose authority the assessee falls under, according to the income tax ward or circle, evaluates the ITRs that taxpayers file. Every Assessing Officer

Astha Bhatia
May 147 min read
Section 148A Reassessment Notice: How TaxBuddy Plans Your Defence and Compliance
Section 148A reshapes reassessment by introducing a mandatory inquiry and reply process before any notice under Section 148 can be issued. The framework ensures that reassessment occurs only when supported by credible information indicating income escapement. The Assessing Officer must evaluate facts, issue a show-cause notice, consider the taxpayer’s response, and obtain higher authority approval before proceeding. This procedure enhances transparency and protects taxpayers

Kanchan Bhatt
May 148 min read


Assessing Officer: Understanding the Role of Your AO
An average taxpayer often faces challenges in dealing with the complexities of the Income Tax system. Filing the Income Tax Returns (ITRs) and addressing the tax notices can be challenging at times. The Assessing Officer (AO) is the tax official who is in charge of managing the tax returns of the assessee and is an important part of the tax journey of taxpayers. This article aims to clarify the role of the AO, explain how to locate your jurisdictional AO and address the commo

Astha Bhatia
May 139 min read


Agricultural Income in Income Tax: How is it Treated
In India, one of the main sources of income is agriculture and its related industries. According to data gathered by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), over 70% of rural households in India still rely primarily on agriculture for their income. Therefore, through programmes, regulations, and tax breaks for agricultural revenue, the government works to promote this industry. Since agricultural income is taxed differently under the two tax regimes, it is imperative to

Astha Bhatia
May 139 min read
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