Understanding HUF (Hindu Undivided Family)

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🔍 Understanding HUF (Hindu Undivided Family) HUF is a unique entity under Indian tax law that offers tax benefits by treating a family as a separate taxable unit. Here's what you need to know: ✅ Who can form an HUF? A Hindu family (including Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs) with common ancestors can create an HUF. It consists of a Karta (head of the family) and Coparceners (family members). ✅ Why form an HUF? 🔹 Separate PAN & tax benefits 🏦 🔹 Can own property & run a business 📊 🔹 Income splitting reduces tax liability 💰 ✅ How is HUF taxed? HUF files a separate tax return, enjoys basic exemptions, deductions under 80C, and slab rates, just like an individual. 📌 Example: Let’s assume: 🔹 Mr. A earns ₹25 lakh annually. 🔹 His HUF owns property generating rental income of ₹7 lakh. ➡ Without an HUF: Mr. A would be taxed on ₹32 lakh. ➡️ With an HUF: ₹7 lakh is taxed separately, reducing his tax burden by approximately ₹2 lakh per year 🔹 Tip: HUF can be a great tool for tax planning, but managing it requires proper record-keeping and compliance.

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