How much gold and silver jewellery can you have in your home without getting into trouble with the Income Tax authorities?How much pure silver and gold jewellery can you have in your home without getting into trouble with the Income Tax authorities? To know the...
15 Oct, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
IRS Form 1040: How to check if you qualify for a tax credit and how much you could getFamilies filing their federal income tax returns in 2026 could qualify for up to $8,800 through the IRS Child Tax Credit. The maximum appli...
14 Oct, 2026, 11.35 PM IST
Social Security COLA 2027: Could your bigger benefit mean a higher tax bill? What retirees should checkThe Social Security Administration announces the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment on Oct. 14. Most forecasts land between 3.2% and 3.6%. Fede...
14 Oct, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
Canada-based senior citizen faced income tax liability of ₹83.2 lakh as STCG; here's why he wins at ITAT Bengaluru on technical groundA recent ITAT ruling highlights the critical importance of following proper legal procedures in income tax reassessment cases. When a taxpa...
14 Oct, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
IRS $4,427 tax credit in 2026: Who qualifies, income limits and how to claim itEligible US taxpayers could qualify for an IRS Earned Income Tax Credit of up to $4,427 in 2026. Find out who qualifies, the income limits ...
14 Oct, 2026, 02.54 AM IST
VRS offer in hand? Check these tax rules before you accept the packageContemplating a Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS)? Prior to making your decision, it’s crucial to analyze the overall financial implication...
13 Oct, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Social Security benefits are still taxed in these 8 US states in 2026: Check if your retirement income is at risk and whether you qualify for exemptionsWhen it comes to taxes, every state has its own way of doing things. Some states give certain income or age groups a break, while others lo...
13 Oct, 2026, 02.01 AM IST
Your student loan could disappear, then the IRS Bill arrives: What changed in 2026?A report by Protect Borrowers estimates that between 2 million and 3 million Americans could face federal tax bills over the next decade. T...
12 Oct, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
Why a raise may not push you into a higher bracket in 2026: The IRS inflation adjustment trick that many taxpayers still overlook todayWhen you get a raise, it is easy to worry that a bigger paycheck will push you into a higher tax bracket and leave you with less money. For...
12 Oct, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
When do you need a tax residency certificate to claim lower tax rate under DTAA for Tax Year 2026For Indians earning income from overseas, securing a tax residency certificate is essential to avail benefits under the Double Taxation Avo...
10 Oct, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
Good news: If penalty is imposed for misreporting of income or other cases you can apply for waiver of penalty using revised Form 161; Check the detailsOn October 8, 2026, the Central Board of Direct Taxes introduced a revised Form 161 for taxpayers. This new form allows eligible individual...
09 Oct, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Digital nomads take note: The $132,900 foreign earned income exclusion for 2026 could wipe out tax on overseas income, here's the catchFor Americans earning money while living and working abroad, one of the biggest 2026 tax changes is the higher foreign earned income exclus...
08 Oct, 2026, 10.31 PM IST
Electricity subsidy for existing businesses is taxable, Supreme Court rulesThe Supreme Court recently ruled that electricity subsidies granted under the Income Tax Act are subject to taxation as revenue receipts. T...
08 Oct, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Using your FSA wisely? Up to $3,400 can be set aside pre-tax in 2026, and millions of workers forget to claim every single dollar of itThe 2026 FSA limit is going up to $3,400. That's $100 more than the 2025 limit. For workers who expect regular medical expenses, the higher...
07 Oct, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
Do you have to pay tax in India or abroad? Why your residential status is important factorIndividuals earning income abroad must understand their tax residency status according to the Income Tax Act. The Act outlines conditions b...
07 Oct, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
Waiting on income? Deferring payments into next year could reduce your 2026 taxable income, but there is a catch you should know firstIf you’re self-employed and expect a lower income next year, delaying eligible payments until January could reduce your current-year taxabl...
05 Oct, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
Employers face compliance hurdles as states delay notification of Labour Code rulesTen states and union territories have formally adopted some Labour Codes, creating compliance challenges for companies. Major industrial st...
01 Oct, 2026, 04.45 PM IST