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About Tax Assist PH
Ideally, tax system rules should be as simple as they should be. The administrative expenses of collecting taxes would be minimized, and taxpayers would have an easier time understanding their obligations and complying with the law. However, in reality, the Philippine tax system remains complex and burdensome. In fact, the Philippines ranked 127 out of…
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Bookkeeping Services for Small Business Philippines: Why Accurate Records Matter
Most small business owners in the Philippines can quickly say how much they sold last month. They know their daily sales, their busiest days, and their customers. But when asked a more important question—how much profit did the business actually make?—many hesitate or guess. This gap between sales and real profit is one of the…
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Taxes Freelancers Need to Know in the Philippines
Freelancing in the Philippines continues to grow—from virtual assistants and creatives to developers, consultants, and online service providers working with international clients. But one question continues to come up among Taxes Freelancers in the Philippines: What taxes do Filipino freelancers pay? Under the rules of the Bureau of Internal Revenue, freelancers are generally classified as…
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How to Know Your TIN Number Online in the Philippines (2026 Guide)
For many taxpayers, the real issue is not filing taxes—it’s something more basic: “How to know your TIN number online?” It’s a simple question, but one that causes real delays. Whether you are starting a new job, preparing your 2025 Annual Income Tax Return in 2026, or managing rental income, your Tax Identification Number (TIN)…
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Are Condo Rentals Subject to Income Tax in the Philippines? A Practical Guide for Property Owners
Owning a condominium and renting it out can be a profitable source of income, especially for overseas Filipinos and investors. However, rental income is not exempt from tax obligations in the Philippines. The Bureau of Internal Revenue (organization, Philippines) requires property owners to declare rental earnings and comply with applicable tax laws. If you are…
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Real Property Tax in the Philippines: What Overseas Condo Owners Must Understand Now
With real estate prices rising and overseas work opportunities expanding, more Filipinos abroad are earning rental income from properties back home. A lovely condo bought for investment can quickly turn into a compliance issue when you receive a formal letter notifying you that you must register your property with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).…
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Paghahanda ng 2025 Annual Income Tax Return: Gabay para sa mga Self‑Employed na Indibidwal sa Pilipinas
Para sa maraming Pilipino, lalo na sa mga self‑employed, freelancers, o may maliliit na negosyo, ang pagsisimula ng bagong taon ay hindi lamang tungkol sa bagong oportunidad—ito rin ang simula ng season para ihanda ang Annual Income Tax Return (AITR) para sa 2025. Bagaman maaaring tila malayo na ang nakaraang taon ng buwis, ang maagang…
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Preparing Your Annual Income Tax Return for 2025: A Guide for Self‑Employed Individuals in the Philippines
For many Filipinos, especially those who are self‑employed, freelancers, or running small businesses, the start of a new year signals more than new opportunities—it marks the season to prepare the Annual Income Tax Return for 2025. Although taxes for the previous year may feel like a distant memory, preparing the return early in January 2026…
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Christmas Bonus Taxes in the Philippines: What Employees and Freelancers Need to Know
Every December, Filipinos look forward to two things: the holidays and the extra income that usually comes with them. Whether it’s a 13th-month pay, a performance bonus, or a holiday incentive, year-end earnings can feel like a reward for surviving another year of work. But with extra income comes a familiar question: Is my Christmas…
