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TDS GuideJanuary 20, 202612 min read

TDS on Freelancer Income: Complete Guide for FY 2025-26

Everything about TDS for freelancers - Section 194J, 194C, 194O rates, Form 26AS, how to claim refund, and legally avoid TDS with Form 15G/15H.

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Advance TaxJanuary 20, 202610 min read

Advance Tax for Freelancers: Deadlines, Calculation & Payment

Complete guide to advance tax - due dates (June 15, Sep 15, Dec 15, Mar 15), how to calculate, online payment process, and 44ADA exemption.

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ITR FilingJanuary 20, 202615 min read

ITR Filing for Freelancers: Step-by-Step Guide for AY 2026-27

Complete guide to filing ITR - ITR-3 vs ITR-4, documents needed, step-by-step process, common mistakes, and e-verification.

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Tax GuideJanuary 15, 20268 min read

Section 44ADA: Complete Guide for Freelancers in 2026

Learn everything about presumptive taxation under Section 44ADA - eligibility, benefits, tax calculation, and how to file ITR for freelancers in India.

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GSTJanuary 14, 202610 min read

GST for Freelancers in India: When & How to Register

Complete guide on GST registration for freelancers - threshold limits, registration process, invoice requirements, and filing returns.

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Tax TipsJanuary 13, 20266 min read

10 Tax Saving Tips Every Indian Freelancer Must Know

Maximize your tax savings as a freelancer with these proven strategies - from 44ADA benefits to legitimate expense deductions.

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Creator EconomyJanuary 12, 202612 min read

Content Creator & Influencer Tax Guide India 2026

How YouTubers, Instagram influencers, and content creators should handle taxes - income sources, TDS, GST, and ITR filing.

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InvoicingJanuary 11, 20265 min read

How to Create Professional Invoices as a Freelancer

Step-by-step guide to creating GST-compliant invoices - mandatory fields, formats, and best practices for Indian freelancers.

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Tax GuideFebruary 1, 202615 min read

New vs Old Tax Regime 2026: Which Saves More Tax?

Budget 2025 changed the game. No tax up to โ‚น12.75L in new regime. Detailed salary-wise comparison, deduction checklist, and decision framework.

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Salary GuideFebruary 5, 202610 min read

CTC to In-Hand Salary: How to Calculate Take-Home Pay (2026)

Your CTC is โ‚น12 LPA but you get โ‚น75K/month? Here's why โ€” complete breakdown of PF, gratuity, tax deductions with salary-wise examples.

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Investment GuideJanuary 25, 202612 min read

PPF Account: Complete Guide 2026 โ€” Interest Rate, Rules & Tax Benefits

Everything about PPF โ€” 7.1% interest rate, deposit limits, withdrawal rules, loan facility, and why freelancers should use PPF for retirement.

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Retirement PlanningJanuary 28, 202610 min read

NPS for Freelancers: โ‚น50K Extra Tax Deduction & Pension Planning

How to use NPS for retirement โ€” 80CCD(1B) extra โ‚น50K deduction, fund choices, 12-14% returns, and step-by-step account opening guide.

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BankingJanuary 15, 20268 min read

FD Interest Rates January 2026: SBI, HDFC, ICICI โ€” Complete Comparison

Latest FD rates across all major banks. Senior citizen rates, TDS rules, maturity calculations, and which bank gives the best returns.

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Tax GuideJanuary 30, 202610 min read

HRA Exemption Guide 2026: Calculation, Rules & Rent Receipts

Save โ‚น1-2 lakh in taxes with HRA exemption. Exact formula, required documents, rent receipt format, and common mistakes to avoid.

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