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If you’re a foreigner living in the Philippines, one tax question can quickly become confusing: “Am I considered a tax resident in the Philippines?” Maybe you’ve been staying in Manila for several months. Maybe you work remotely for a company overseas. Maybe you moved to the Philippines with your spouse, started a local business, or […]

If you’re an expat living or working in the Philippines, you’ve probably asked yourself this question: “Do I have to pay taxes in the Philippines?” The answer isn’t always a simple yes or no. Whether an expat pays Philippine taxes depends on several factors, including: Understanding these factors is important because filing obligations and tax

Managing a homeowners’ association (HOA) is more than collecting association dues and paying monthly bills. HOA officers are also responsible for ensuring that the association’s finances are properly managed, accurately recorded, and transparent to homeowners. One of the best ways to achieve this is through regular financial audits or reviews. Whether you’re an HOA president,

Good bookkeeping is one of the most important responsibilities of a homeowners’ association (HOA). Whether you’re an HOA president, treasurer, board member, or property manager, maintaining accurate financial records helps your association stay organized, accountable, and compliant with government requirements. Unfortunately, bookkeeping is often overlooked until a problem arises. A missing receipt, incomplete financial record,

Kapag narinig ng isang taxpayer ang salitang “open case,” kadalasan ay agad itong nagdudulot ng kaba. Maraming nagtatanong: Ang magandang balita ay maraming open cases ang naaayos kapag nalaman nang maaga at naaksyunan agad. Sa maraming pagkakataon, ang open case ay resulta lamang ng: Kung hindi ka pa sigurado kung mayroon kang open cases, magandang

One of the most common questions asked by HOA presidents, treasurers, and board members is: “What BIR forms should our homeowners’ association file every year?” This question usually comes up when: Unfortunately, many homeowners’ associations assume that because they are non-profit organizations, they do not need to file anything with the Bureau of Internal Revenue

One of the most common questions asked by HOA officers, treasurers, and board members is: “Does our homeowners’ association need to file taxes?” Many people assume that because an HOA is a non-profit organization, there are no tax filing responsibilities. Unfortunately, that assumption can create compliance issues later. While homeowners’ associations may qualify for certain

Many officers of homeowners’ associations (HOAs) assume that because their organization is non-profit, they don’t need to worry about taxes. Unfortunately, this misconception can lead to missed BIR filings, penalties, and compliance issues. While many homeowners’ associations may qualify for certain tax exemptions under Philippine laws and regulations, tax exemption does not automatically mean exemption