YOU WONT BELIEVE: 10 - What They Never Told You

Don't let selling your house trigger a tax notice: Check these rules under Sections 54 and 54F

Many taxpayers who purchase or construct a residential house to claim exemption under Sections 54 or 54F are unaware that selling the house within the prescribed lock-in period can reverse the earlier tax benefit. This article explains how such a sale affects the computation of capital gains, highlights the different…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Which ITR form should I file as I am a homemaker who has Rs 98,000 dividend income and paid Rs 4000 TDS?

ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am 43, a homemaker, with mutual fund investments of Rs 35 lakh and stock investments of Rs 50 lakh, mostly invested from my husband’s income. During FY2025 26, I received dividend income of Rs 98,000, on which TDS of Rs 4,000 was deducted. I have…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Employee wrongly declared Rs 14 lakh Australian salary in Indian ITR: ITAT grants tax relief but denies Rs 3.4 lakh foreign tax credit

Employee mistakenly declared Rs 14 lakh Australia salary in Indian ITR, later sought Rs 3.4 lakh foreign tax credit in India for tax paid in Australia; ITAT gives him full tax exemption on salary but denies Rs 3.4 lakh foreign tax credit. Know how employee won the fight in ITAT…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

File your ITR for just Rs 11: Paytm partners with ClearTax; here's how you can file income tax return

ITR filing: Paytm users can now file Income Tax Returns directly through the app. This service is available starting at an affordable price of eleven rupees. The company partnered with ClearTax to offer a quicker online filing process.

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Save income tax when filing ITR for AY 2026-2027 by claiming Section 54 or 54F benefits if you sold land, house property or equity shares; Know how

Indian taxpayers can claim capital gains tax exemptions by reinvesting sale proceeds. Section 54 and 54F allow exemptions for residential property sales and other assets. Specific timelines and conditions must be met for claiming these tax benefits. Unutilised amounts must be deposited in the Capital Gains Account Scheme. Reporting these…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Rs 17.41 lakh penalty for ITR filing mistake: CA firm's owner's affidavit helps taxpayer get relief in ITAT Mumbai; know how

Rs 17.41 lakh penalty imposed due to error in ITR filed by junior staff in CA firm; Here's how affidavit from the CA firm's owner helps taxpayer get relief from penalty in ITAT Mumbai. Know how taxpayer won case in ITAT Mumbai

The Economic Times · Jul 27

ITR filing last date: Will Income Tax Department extend July 31 deadline for FY 25-26? Here's what experts say

ITR filing deadline: The July 31 income tax return deadline approaches with many taxpayers yet to file. Experts are divided on whether the government will extend the filing deadline. Some believe the portal is functioning smoothly and an extension is unlikely. Others suggest a short extension might be granted if…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

States With No Retirement Tax Ranked by Medical Care

Zero tax on retirement income sounds great, until you can't find a doctor. Here's how five "tax havens" compare on healthcare, property taxes, and living costs.

Kiplinger · Jul 26

Why Paying More in Taxes Today Could Leave You Wealthier Tomorrow: A Financial Planner Explains Roth Conversions

Roth conversions sound like a no-brainer — pay more tax now to pay less in future. But you need to understand your tax bracket to make sure they'll work for you.

Kiplinger · Jul 26

8 States Cutting Income Tax Rates in 2026

The 2026 tax year brought lower individual income tax rates to eight states, giving taxpayers a little more room between their paychecks and the tax collector. The changes range from modest reductions to major rate cuts, with several states continuing multiyear plans that could push rates even lower in the…

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 26