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Old vs new tax regime comparison
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Old vs New Tax Regime: Which One Saves You More?
The new regime has lower rates but fewer deductions. The old regime lets you claim 80C, HRA, and more. Here's the break-even point for your income.
26 June 2026 · 13 min read
Section 80C investment options
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Section 80C Deductions: Complete Guide
PPF, ELSS, EPF, insurance premium, home loan principal - all qualify under 80C. Here's how to use the full Rs.1.5 lakh limit intelligently.
16 June 2026 · 11 min read
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HRA Tax Exemption: How to Calculate What You Can Claim
HRA exemption depends on three factors - your HRA component, your rent, and whether you're in a metro. Here's how to find the correct claimable amount.
22 June 2026 · 8 min read
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Capital Gains Tax on Mutual Funds and Stocks: LTCG vs STCG Explained
Sell your equity fund at 11 months instead of 13, and your tax rate changes completely. Here's exactly how LTCG and STCG work for mutual funds and stocks.
12 August 2026 · 8 min read
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How to Calculate GST on an Invoice: Complete Guide with Examples
Add GST or extract it from a GST-inclusive price? CGST+SGST or IGST? Here's the exact math freelancers and small business owners need to get an invoice right.
29 August 2026 · 12 min read
Freelancer checking GST registration requirements
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Do Freelancers Need to Register for GST? Complete Guide
Cross ₹20 lakh in freelance income and GST registration stops being optional. Here's exactly when it kicks in, why some freelancers register early anyway, and what changes once you do.
29 August 2026 · 7 min read
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Is FD Interest Taxable? How to Calculate Tax on FD Income
FD interest is fully taxable at your income slab rate - not the 10% TDS rate. Here's how the tax actually works, and how to legally avoid TDS with Form 15G/15H.
30 August 2026 · 8 min read
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TDS on Salary: How It's Calculated and Deducted Every Month
Since FY 2023-24, employers assume the new tax regime by default for TDS unless you tell them otherwise - here's exactly how the monthly deduction is worked out.
30 August 2026 · 7 min read

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