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Choosing between a tax appeal and a tax refund
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 19/09/2017
» You may be surprised to learn that some people do not always claim the preferable tax treatment offered by the government. This is not a surprise to those of us who deal with taxation professionally, as some tax officials interpret the law narrowly and impose extra conditions to prevent abusive transactions based on their understanding or attitudes.
Understanding the tax liabilities of partners in an unincorporated joint venture
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 27/06/2017
» In doing business via a joint venture, knowing the tax implications could help you avoid potentially perilous situations. This includes understanding corporate laws that may affect the tax liabilities of the partners.
Cross-shareholding rules and dividend tax exemptions clarified
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 19/04/2017
» Most people are aware that there are two major types of double taxation for income tax purposes. The first is juridical double taxation, in which one taxpayer is taxed twice on the same amount of income by two different jurisdictions. This is normally dealt with in the context of double-taxation agreements.
Missed a tax refund deadline? Don't lose hope
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 10/01/2017
» Every provision in every piece of legislation has its own reason for being, and any act that contradicts the spirit of the law, even if carried out by a government body, is generally disallowed if it deprives a person of his or her rights. This principle is also applied in considering the time limit for a taxpayer to claim a tax refund.
Bad debt write-offs and VAT impact
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 03/05/2016
» One tax default can cause a domino effect and lead from one unpleasant outcome to another misfortune. One good example involves erroneously writing off bad debts.
When will a liquidator be released from tax liability?
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 26/01/2016
» When a life ends, whether that of a person or a business, it does not mean tax liability will also end. Dissolution and liquidation of a company are part of many corporate reorganisations, and in our experience this often requires the liquidator to make a speedy distribution of cash and other assets to shareholders. Thus, it is necessary for the liquidator to understand what he has got himself into.
The government's tax amnesty scheme: Is it the real deal?
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 12/01/2016
» Many small businesses had something extra to celebrate at the New Year with the surprise announcement of a tax amnesty scheme. “Amnesty” is a word the director-general of the Revenue Department refused to use in a recent interview, stressing anyone breaching the conditions could face an investigation later. Given the broad scope of the law, all small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must understand what is involved.
Will the price-valuation rules change in the near future?
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 22/09/2015
» Ever since Section 65 bis and Section 65 ter of the Revenue Code were created, most transactions, unless excluded from the tax regime, have been subject to tax based on transaction value. However, the law rarely accepts a transaction value lower than the "market value" and allows authorities to assess additional tax based on "imputed revenue", which is on a par with the market value.
CSR contributions and tax liability
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 25/08/2015
» Every business entity is a part of society, and business growth is supported by the well-being of the community. For this reason, many companies return benefits to society by way of corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects -- for example, infrastructure providers such as water and electricity distributors often provide services free of charge to those who are needy.
Involuntary partnership tax on sales of land highlighted
Business, Lawalliance Limited Company, Published on 30/06/2015
» A change to the Revenue Code last year repealed the exemption of personal income tax (PIT) on profits distributed from a non-registered partnership and a body of persons. It put an end to one of the most abusive tax-planning schemes used by the wealthy. However, it has also created onerous tax liabilities for individuals who have no choice but to run a business via such vehicles.