Unlocking Tax Savings: Income-Tax Benefits for Individuals & HUFs
Are you aware of the tax benefits available to you as an individual or a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF)? The tax system provides several reliefs to help you save money. Let’s break it down:
Key Reliefs to Know
Basic Exemption Limits :
– General individual/HUF: â‚ą 2,50,000
– Resident senior citizen (60 ≤ age < 80): â‚ą 3,00,000
- Resident super senior citizen (age ≥ 80): ₹ 5,00,000Rebates under Section 87A :
- If income ≤ ₹ 5,00,000: rebate up to ₹ 12,500
- Under new concessional regime (Section 115BAC(1A)), income ≤ ₹ 12,00,000: rebate up to ₹ 60,000Distinct Status for HUFs: HUFs are treated as separate taxable entities, similar to individualsExempt Income Types: Certain incomes, such as life-insurance proceeds, PPF withdrawals, and share from an HUF member, are exempt from taxDeductions to Encourage Savings / Investment :- Section 80C/80CCC/80CCD(1): up to ₹ 1,50,000 for investments like life insurance, PF, and tuition fees
- Additional â‚ą 50,000 under Section 80CCD(1B) for NPS contributions
- Capital-gains relief: reinvesting in house property to save tax under Sections 54/54FWhy This Matters- Helps you plan your tax liability and optimize investments
- Knowing exemption and deduction limits can reduce your taxable income
- HUFs can benefit from similar reliefs as individuals, aiding family tax planningPractical Tips- Review your age category to determine your exemption limit
- Maximize your 80C/80CCD investments to reduce taxable income
- Explore capital-gains relief options if you've sold a residential property
- Consider presumptive taxation for small businesses or professional practices
- Keep documentation for deductions and exemptionsBy understanding these tax benefits, you can reduce your tax burden and make informed financial decisions.Follow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/intellexconsultinghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/intellexcfo-com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/venture-streets/https://www.linkedin.com/company/growmoreloans-com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/growmorfranchisees/Websites:www.IntellexCFO.com ,www.StartupStreets.com,www.GrowMoreLoans.com,www.GrowMoreFranchisees.com,www.CreditMoneyFinance.com