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Why Tax Filing Still Feels Harder Than Investing
A decade ago, investing itself felt complicated. Opening accounts involved paperwork. Research access was limited. Market participation felt intimidating for ordinary users. Tracking portfolios required effort, and investing behaviour was largely restricted to financially active urban audiences. Today, the situation looks completely different. A person can open a demat account digitally within minutes, invest instantly through mobile apps, track portfolios in real time, acces

Kanchan Bhatt
May 269 min read
Embedded Tax and Financial Wellness: How TaxBuddy’s APIs Power Employer-Sponsored Tax Journeys
A few years ago, employee wellness inside most organisations meant gym memberships, insurance benefits, or occasional wellness workshops. Today, the definition has changed dramatically. Employers are increasingly realising that financial stress quietly affects productivity far more consistently than most workplace issues. Employees may show up to work every day, but confusion around taxes, declarations, deductions, reimbursements, investments, and tax filing obligations creat

Adv. Siddharth Sachan
May 258 min read


How TaxBuddy’s APIs Help Banks Offer Embedded Tax Filing Without Building In-House
Banking apps are no longer competing only on transactions. Most large banking ecosystems today already offer investing, lending, wealth visibility, insurance, rewards, and financial insights inside the same platform. As customers become more comfortable managing broader aspects of their financial lives digitally, they increasingly expect related financial responsibilities to feel connected as well. Tax filing is gradually becoming part of that expectation. For banks, this cre

Ankita Murkute
May 257 min read
Section 44ADA and Advance Tax: Tax Planning Tips for Freelancers and Professionals
For freelancers and professionals in India, managing taxes can be a daunting task, especially with fluctuating income and varying expenses. The government introduced Section 44ADA under the Income Tax Act to simplify tax filing for certain professionals by allowing them to declare a fixed percentage of their income as profit instead of maintaining detailed books of accounts. This presumptive taxation scheme reduces compliance burdens while offering potential tax savings. Howe

Ankita Murkute
May 2311 min read


How to Save Tax for Salary above 20 Lakhs
Is your salary income more than INR 20 lakhs? Do you feel the pinch of higher tax rates? With strategic planning and smart financial decisions, you can significantly reduce your tax liability and maximize the amount of your take-home salary. The complexity of Income Tax is known to all. However, with the right guidance, one can unlock substantial savings. In this article we will explore a variety of tax-saving strategies especially designed for high income groups. Table of Co

Kanchan Bhatt
May 2313 min read
How to Find PF Account Number: A Comprehensive Guide
The Employee's Provident Fund (EPF) was initially created by the Ministry of Labor and Employment in 1952. The ministry has actively overseen and managed the fund's execution because it helps working professionals in India save money. Employee social security is provided in part by the EPF scheme. In our nation, it serves as a mandatory contributory fund for all working professionals. An excellent plan to increase your savings over the course of your career is the Employees P

CA Pratik Bharda
May 227 min read


Section 139(9) Defective Return for Incorrect HRA Claims
House Rent Allowance (HRA) is a key tax exemption for salaried employees who live in rented accommodations. However, incorrect HRA claims in Income Tax Returns (ITR) can lead to a defective return notice under Section 139(9) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. This occurs when the Income Tax Department detects discrepancies in the HRA claim, leading to scrutiny and requiring the taxpayer to correct the return within a specified time. Understanding the reasons behind a defective retu

Kanchan Bhatt
May 228 min read
Is HRA Different from Standard Deduction?
Taxpayers in India often seek ways to optimize their taxable income, and two common tax-saving tools for salaried individuals are House Rent Allowance (HRA) and standard deduction. While both reduce taxable income, they serve different purposes and apply under different conditions. Many taxpayers struggle to determine whether they can claim both or which option provides better savings. Understanding the distinction between HRA and standard deduction is crucial for effective t

Ankita Murkute
May 2213 min read
HRA and LTA Tax Benefits Comparison for FY 2025-2026
House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Leave Travel Allowance (LTA) are two key components of a salaried individual’s compensation package that provide tax-saving benefits under the old tax regime. However, under the new tax regime, both exemptions have been removed, which has significant implications for taxpayers. This article compares the tax treatment of HRA and LTA, helping individuals make an informed choice about their tax-saving strategies. Table of Contents Understanding HRA

Kanchan Bhatt
May 217 min read
Belated Return and HRA Exemption Issues: How to Claim and Avoid Penalties
Filing income tax returns on time is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure that eligible deductions and exemptions, such as House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemption, are properly claimed. However, many taxpayers either miss the due date or delay filing, leading to a belated return. A belated return can impact HRA exemption claims, restrict deductions, and result in penalties. In this article, we will discuss what a belated return is, how it affects HRA exemption, the challenges t

Kanchan Bhatt
May 215 min read
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