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The meaning of 'Tax' is to impose a financial charge upon a taxpayer (an individual or legal entity) by a state or the functional equivalent of a state such that failure to pay is punishable by law. Taxes can be imposed by a variety of different sub national entities, and consist of 'direct tax' or 'indirect tax'. They can be paid in money or through labour (often unpaid). Funds that are gained through taxes are then used by states and cities throughout the world to carry out a variety of different functions in order to aid our quality of life, for example, expenditures can include the enforcement of law and public order, protection of property, the economic infrastructure, public works, social engineering and the operation of the government. Our Taxes section on Going Legal contains thousands of different articles varying on what taxes get spent on, to what the world would be like without them, so browse through today and who knows, you might learn something new.


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TAX ADMINISTRATION IN GST REGIME

11th November 2011
The scheme of GST should be supported by a strong tax-administration infrastructure for it’s optimum success. Without an efficient tax-administration the implementation of goods and services tax will be just like pouring water in the bottomless bowl. So, ...
Author: lawcruxadvisors
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GST: IMPACT ON THE POOR

04th November 2011
GST is a destination based consumption tax. Consumption taxes are regressive in nature. It increases the gap between the rich and the poor. The pertinent point is whether such tax would be fruitful for the economy as a whole or not? Is it not so that shif...
Author: lawcruxadvisors
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Enrolled Agent Tax Subject: Amended Tax Returns

24th October 2011
Enrolled agent several hours cover this precise practice of comparing authentic amounts to modifications. A new Type 1040 tax return is compiled after all salary, deductions, and credits are accurately calculated on the acceptable schedules and forms.As a...
Author: DanNelson
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Corporate Tax Attorney

24th October 2011
A company tax attorney provides services to the firms on behalf of tax resolution concerns. Corporate tax or as it is occasionally referred to as corporation tax is a tax placed on the earnings made by companies or associations. It is a tax that is calcul...
Author: DarrenRiley
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A COMPARATIVE VIEW ON GOODS AND SERVICES TAX

17th October 2011
This comparison is based on the recommendations of the First Discussion Paper produced by the Empowered committee of states finance ministers (hereafter referred as EC) and the Report of the Task Force on GST constituted by the Thirteenth Finance commissi...
Author: lawcruxadvisors
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Electricity Star Income Tax Holiday getaway in Texas

12th October 2011
The tax savings applies to purchases made at a retailer in Texas, or from any World wide web or catalog vendor in business in Texas. The products will need to be each paid out for and delivered in the course of the specified weekend moments, or if the ven...
Author: MichealColon
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Best Qualified Retirement Plans

30th September 2011
"Planning and services that fulfill the necessities of the people Retirement plan is known as pension plan. All people in their older age get retire from their services. The pension is only given to the retired person. The process of saving the money to ...
Author: Simon
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Tax Free Investments

28th September 2011
In the short term the market is very risky. The market will go up and then go down so if you are only thinking of investing for a short period then this is not the best option. If you are nearing retirement age and now beginning to invest in stocks this i...
Author: AlvinWalton
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The Distinctions involving Enrolled Agents and Certified Public Accountants

28th September 2011
Certified Public Accountants along with Enrolled Agents are generally authorized to prepare income taxes plus defend their customers in front of the IRS. Certainly, there are a few significant differences, nevertheless. Though Enrolled Agents primarily co...
Author: Eileen E. Jacobs
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Tax Rebate

27th September 2011
If you are looking for a tax rebate due to incompetency and unsatisfactory service, taxrefundpro.co.uk is on hand to assist you every step of the way! We offer a level of support that is unsurpassed, and our standard of customer care is exceptional! Our t...
Author: Henry James
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DEFICIENCY IN COLLECTION OF INDIRECT TAX THIS YEAR

26th September 2011
The revenue growth target for this year is challenging a change in tune from an hot tempered optimist about the economy that has triggered concerns tax collections may drop sharply as economic activity slows. The task before the tax officials is very chal...
Author: lawcruxadvisors
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Benefits of outsourcing tax preparation

26th September 2011
Preparation of taxes is an important aspect of payment of taxes annually. An individual who has income, for him the payment of tax to the government is mandatory. It is essential for every individual to pay his taxes in time or else he will suffer a lot. ...
Author: Accounting Services
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How to Apply for a Tax Settlement

23rd September 2011
Applying for a tax settlement is not something that many people are familiar with. In fact, you may be downright confused on how you can settle your debt. Although there are many ways to apply for tax settlement, some just don’t know where to get started....
Author: Sally Pratt
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Not Filing vs. Not Paying: Which Carries a More Serious Tax Penalty?

20th September 2011
If possible, you never want to pay IRS penalties and interest. Doing so will put you in a bad position. Not only do you owe the original amount, but when you add penalties and interest on top of that you are going to find yourself in a bad spot. There ar...
Author: Matt Robinson
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Types of IRS Levies the IRS Uses to Collect Unpaid Taxes

20th September 2011
Are you aware of the different types of IRS tax levies? A levy is a tool that the IRS uses to collect unpaid taxes. This is not something that you have to worry about – unless you owe money and are ignoring notices from the IRS. It is important to becom...
Author: Matt Robinson
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