Better Perks for Happier Employees: Non-Taxability of Employee De Minimis Benefits
Let's Talk Tax Better Perks for Happier Employees: Non-Taxability of Employee De Minimis Benefits
Capping off the first month of 2025, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 004-2025 (RR No. 4-25), amending certain De Minimis benefits. It increased the uniform and clothing allowance to Php 7,000, which was formerly Php 6,000 under RR No. 11-2018 (RR No. 11-18); and included cash and gift certificates as a form of employee achievement awards.
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The Reformation of Real Property Valuation: Insights on the RPVARA and its implementing Rules and Regulations
Let's Talk Tax The Reformation of Real Property Valuation: Insights on the RPVARA and its implementing Rules and Regulations
On 10 December 2024, the Department of Finance approved and issued the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 12001, otherwise known as the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA).
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Challenges and Insights: Inventory List and Schedules for Real Estate and Construction Companies
Let's Talk Tax Challenges and Insights: Inventory List and Schedules for Real Estate and Construction Companies
Traditionally, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) inventory list is associated with taxpayers in manufacturing and retail businesses, where inventories form part of the cost of goods sold, which is a critical component of major deductions in the income tax return.
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The Pivotal Points between Section 195 and 196 of the Local Government Code
Let's Talk Tax The Pivotal Points between Section 195 and 196 of the Local Government Code
Every new year is a new chapter to embrace the graces and challenges life brings, which gives us opportunities to make a significant journey that will hopefully inspire others
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What Lies Beyond? Exploring VAT Zero-Rating and Certification under the CREATE MORE Act
Let's Talk Tax What Lies Beyond? Exploring VAT Zero-Rating and Certification under the CREATE MORE Act
In much the same way, the Philippine tax system stands at a transformative moment. The amendments to the VAT zero-rating and certification processes under the CREATE MORE (Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy) Act represent a bold step forward to an opportunity for our economy to evolve and reach new heights, just as Moana ventured beyond to discover her true potential.
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2024 BIR Issuances Wrapped and year-end compliance reminders
Let's Talk Tax 2024 BIR Issuances Wrapped and year-end compliance reminders
Just as Spotify wrapped up our evolving music taste for the year, let's also take a moment to look back at the ever-changing tax landscape as we review several important regulations and clarifications issued by the BIR this year, primarily focused on the implementation of the Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) Act."
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