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DIY Filing, Assisted Filing, and Expert Consultations: How TaxBuddy Structures Its Services
Taxpayers do not all need the same level of support during tax filing. Some prefer self-filing with guided tools, others need expert review for accuracy, and some require deeper advisory support for planning and compliance. TaxBuddy structures its services around these different needs through three clear service layers: DIY filing, assisted filing, and expert consultations. This approach helps salaried individuals, freelancers, and businesses choose the right level of involve

Astha Bhatia
May 199 min read


Why Neobanks Choose TaxBuddy’s Compliance APIs for Embedded ITR Filing
Most neobanks prepare heavily for transaction scale. Very few initially prepare for filing-season behaviour. But once users start receiving salaries, earning interest income, investing, trading, or managing multiple financial products through digital banking ecosystems, tax-related queries begin surfacing rapidly. Suddenly, support teams start handling questions around deductions, capital gains, AIS mismatches, filing eligibility, refunds, and reporting confusion even though

Astha Bhatia
May 187 min read


How to Integrate TaxBuddy’s ITR Filing SDK into Mobile Banking and Neobank Apps
Mobile banking apps and neobank platforms have become the default financial interface for millions of users. People no longer open these apps only to check balances or transfer money. They use them to track spending, manage investments, access credit, review salary inflows, monitor financial goals, and make everyday financial decisions. But one important part of the financial journey still often sits outside the app. Income tax filing. This creates a strange gap. A banking or

Kanchan Bhatt
May 189 min read
Deductions under Chapter VI-A for Salaried Employees
looking for ways to save money and plan their taxes. They look for improved tax-saving options to lessen their tax burden because they care about their hard-earned money. One such choice available to Indians in the salaried class is the deductions specified in Chapter VI-A. In this article, we will explain these deductions in detail. Table of content Understanding Income Tax Deductions for Salaried Employees What is Chapter VI-A? Objectives of Chapter VI-A Deductions Deductio

Ankita Murkute
May 167 min read
How to Download Form 16 Online from TRACES in 2025: Step-by-Step Process
Form 16 is a vital document for salaried individuals in India. It serves as a certificate of tax deducted at source (TDS) by the employer, providing crucial details of the salary earned and the tax paid. For taxpayers, it acts as a proof of tax payment and is essential when filing income tax returns (ITR). The form helps in ensuring that the tax deducted by your employer is correctly reflected in the income tax system, and it provides a clear overview of your taxable income.

Astha Bhatia
May 1611 min read
Can I Claim Both HRA and Home Loan Interest Deduction in FY 2025-2026?
It is common for salaried individuals to take a home loan while continuing to live in rented accommodation, often due to work relocation, family needs, or ongoing construction of their self-owned property. In such cases, taxpayers wonder if they can claim both House Rent Allowance (HRA) and home loan interest deduction in the same financial year. The Income Tax Law do allow both benefits, but only when certain conditions are met. HRA exemption is available under Section 10(13

Astha Bhatia
May 167 min read
Can NRI Employees Claim HRA Exemption?
If you are a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) employee working abroad but still earning a salary in India, you might be wondering: Can NRIs claim HRA exemption? The answer isn’t straightforward. It depends on factors like tax residency status, receiving House Rent Allowance (HRA), and proper documentation. Many salaried NRIs seek HRA exemption to reduce tax liability on rent paid for a house in India. However, HRA tax benefits differ for NRIs compared to resident Indians. Some quali

Ankita Murkute
May 157 min read
Employer Contribution to NPS: A Detailed Guide
Retirement planning is essential to safeguarding your future since it significantly influences the quality of life you will lead in your later years. Employer contributions are a notable feature of the National Pension System (NPS), which is significant in India for its flexible approach to retirement corpus building. This article will discuss the benefits, operational dynamics, and importance of employer contributions to NPS. The policies pertaining to employer and employee

Kanchan Bhatt
May 157 min read
Advance Tax vs. TDS: When Do You Need to Pay Extra to Avoid Penalties?
India’s income tax system requires taxpayers to fulfill their obligations through Advance Tax and Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) to ensure timely revenue collection. While TDS is deducted at the source of income, individuals and businesses with additional earnings must pay Advance Tax if their total tax liability exceeds ₹10,000 in a financial year. Missing these payments can lead to interest penalties under Sections 234B and 234C, increasing the financial burden. Understanding

Kanchan Bhatt
May 1516 min read
Foreign Remittance Tax: Is Foreign Remittance Taxable?
The Tax Collection at Source (TCS) on international remittances was raised by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the 2023 Budget, going from 5% to 20% of the transaction value. This increase, which was implemented on October 1, 2023, is covered by the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS). Reducing tax evasion, especially among wealthy people who utilize international remittances as a way to evade taxes, was the main goal of this action. In this article, we will explain the

Kanchan Bhatt
May 159 min read
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