Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Understanding the Effects of VAT on Digital Services
Let's Talk Tax Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Understanding the Effects of VAT on Digital Services
Innovation has introduced a wide array of services that have reshaped how we live, work, and connect.
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Understanding Revenue Regulations No. 15-2025: Private Retirement Benefit Plans and Their Tax Implications
Let's Talk Tax Understanding Revenue Regulations No. 15-2025: Private Retirement Benefit Plans and Their Tax Implications
On 29 April 2025, Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 15-2025 was issued, revising and clarifying the tax treatment of private retirement benefit plans in the Philippines.
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CMEPA Law: An active improvement to passive income taxes
Let's Talk Tax CMEPA Law: An active improvement to passive income taxes
In the realm of investments, the principle is just as clear: time is money. And where there is money, tax naturally follows.
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Introducing the SEC Zuper Easy Registration Online (ZERO)
Let's Talk Tax Introducing the SEC Zuper Easy Registration Online (ZERO)
It has been a little over a year since I wrote an article about the guidelines of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) eAMEND Portal.
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Clarifications on VAT on Digital Services
Let's Talk Tax Clarifications on VAT on Digital Services
On May 08, 2025, the BIR issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 47-2025 clarifying some implementation issues regarding value-added tax on digital services imposed by the new law, Republic Act No. 12023.
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Navigating the Complexities of VAT Liabilities of Non-Resident Digital Service Providers
Let's Talk Tax Navigating the Complexities of VAT Liabilities of Non-Resident Digital Service Providers
Last year marked a significant era of tax reform, with several new laws enacted to amend and update our National Internal Revenue Code (Tax Code). Among these is Republic Act (RA) No. 12023, which imposes a 12% VAT on all digital services consumed in the Philippines.
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