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Pvt Ltd vs LLP vs OPC
Pvt Ltd suits funded startups and brand contracts. LLP suits professional firms wanting limited liability with less compliance. OPC suits solo founders.
FinTax24 Editorial Team25 Apr 2026· 8 min read
Reverse Charge Mechanism in GST: When It Applies
Under Section 9(3) and 9(4) the recipient pays GST. Triggers: advocate services, GTA from unregistered transporters, unregistered-landlord rent, security.
FinTax24 Editorial Team26 Jun 2026· 7 min read
Section 44AD: Lower Tax, Higher Audit Risk
Presumptive 44AD charges 8% of turnover, but cash-deposit mismatch, 44ADA scrutiny and 50% deemed additions make it risky past ₹1 crore.
FinTax24 Editorial Team3 Sept 2026· 8 min read
Section 80G: Donations That Save Tax
100 percent vs 50 percent deduction, qualifying institutions, and the documentation you must keep.
FinTax24 Editorial Team29 Apr 2026· 6 min read
Shop & Establishment: State Basics
The Shop and Establishment Act is state-level: working conditions, hours, leave, holidays and registration. Every state has its own Act. Register in 30 days.
FinTax24 Editorial Team4 Apr 2026· 5 min read
Sole Proprietorship vs Firm vs Company
Sole proprietorship: no separate entity, unlimited liability. Partnership: limited liability, not a separate tax entity. Company: separate entity, 25-30% tax.
FinTax24 Editorial Team11 Apr 2026· 6 min read
Statutory Registers Every Company Maintains
Every company must keep statutory registers under the Companies Act: Members (S88), Directors and KMP (S170), Charges (S85) and director contracts (S189).
FinTax24 Editorial Team13 Mar 2026· 5 min read
TDS on Contract Payments u/s 194C: Rates & Exemptions
Wrong contractor classification triggers TDS 194C penalties. FY 2025-26 rates: 1% (individual/huf/firm), 2% (company), 20% without PAN.
FinTax24 Editorial Team5 Sept 2026· 8 min read
TDS on Salary: How Your Employer Calculates It
Your employer deducts TDS under Section 192 on estimated annual income. Submit HRA, 80C and 80D proofs so tax is computed on the lower income. Form 16 shows it.
FinTax24 Editorial Team21 May 2026· 7 min read
Trade Licence: Municipal vs State
Issuing authority, validity, and the difference between trade and shop licences.
FinTax24 Editorial Team29 Jan 2026· 6 min read
Trademark: Cheapest Startup Insurance
A trademark under the Trade Marks Act 1999 costs ₹4,500 for a startup or MSME and gives statutory protection, infringement remedies and brand valuation.
FinTax24 Editorial Team3 Sept 2026· 7 min read
Trademark: Classes & Filing Process
India uses the Nice Classification — 45 classes, 34 goods and 11 services. A trademark is filed per class. ₹4,500 for an MSME. Takes 6-12 months.
FinTax24 Editorial Team7 Apr 2026· 5 min read
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