NRIs from USA/Canada facing compliance considerations, if they wish to invest in India, differ from those from other countries. There are many AMCs (Asset Management Companies) in India that allow USA and Canada NRIs to invest in mutual funds in an easy and hassle-free manner. Let’s understand the rules governing USA/Canada NRI investments in India. […]
Gifts in India are taxable under the Income Tax Act. Gift can be in cash or kind (moveable or immoveable property and other assets specified under the Act). A resident Indian can make a gift to an NRI through a gift deed, but there is a claim on gifts received by NRI.NRIs are taxed for income […]
Real estate covers housing, retail, hospitality and commercial sector. Investment in real estate is a lucrative option. It attracts a lot of investors for building on wealth as it promises good returns. It acts as a catalyst for the economy. Governmental policies provide various tax concessions in the real estate sector. Deductions are permitted to encourage […]
A resident Indian buyer has to comply with a particular set of TDS rules when he is buying property from NRI. The rules are prescribed as per the Indian Income Tax Law. It is advised to take the assistance of an expert in calculation and filing of TDS return to avoid legal hassles. It would be easier to […]
Gifting a property is a kind gesture, and it is better to be aware of tax implications for gifting a property.We had a case where Mr Bhushan, an NRI was gifted with land situated in India by his father, a resident Indian. He wanted to know: If a land in India can be gifted by […]