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BIR Implements 12% VAT on Digital Services: Full Guide to Revenue Regulations No. 3-2025
Overview This regulation provides the implementing rules for imposing 12% VAT on digital services supplied in the Philippines by both...

Yasser Aureada
Apr 30, 20253 min read


President Marcos Signs Law Granting Free Legal Aid to Military and Uniformed Personnel
© Published: April 15, 2025Location: Manila, Philippines In a move to strengthen support for the country’s frontliners in national...

Yasser Aureada
Apr 26, 20252 min read


Supreme Court of the Philippines Approves the Rules on Electronic Notarization
In a significant move toward digital transformation in legal practice, the Supreme Court of the Philippines, sitting en banc, has...

Yasser Aureada
Mar 10, 20252 min read


Understanding the Rules on Electronic Notarization
The Supreme Court's resolution introduces the Rules on Electronic Notarization to modernize and supplement traditional notarization by...

Yasser Aureada
Mar 10, 20254 min read


Top Legal Compliance Tips Every Startup in the Philippines Should Know
Starting a business in the Philippines is an exciting journey, but ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations is crucial to...

Yasser Aureada
Feb 27, 20253 min read


Investment Scams in the Philippines: Legal Insights and Investor Safeguards
The recent controversy involving a skincare company, Dermacare, and its alleged investment scam has captured public attention. Adding to...

Yasser Aureada
Jan 21, 20253 min read


Marcos Approves VAT Refund Law to Attract More Tourists
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has taken a significant step to attract more international visitors by signing the VAT Refund for...

Yasser Aureada
Dec 16, 20242 min read


What Does Philippine Law Say About Sharing Private Conversations on Social Media?
In light of recent controversies involving the sharing of private conversations—such as the case of Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings—many...

Yasser Aureada
Dec 5, 20243 min read


President Marcos Signs Republic Act No. 12023: 12% VAT on Foreign Digital Services
On October 2, 2024 , President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act No. 12023 , imposing a 12% VAT on foreign digital services. (...

Yasser Aureada
Oct 4, 20242 min read


Navigating Revenue Regulations 15-2024: What Online and Brick-and-Mortar Businesses Need to Know
Learn about Revenue Regulations 15-2024 and its impact on online and brick-and-mortar businesses.
Mikee Gooden
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Maximizing Your Deductions: A Comprehensive Guide to Itemized Deductions for Business Owners
As a business owner and taxpayer, you understand the importance of maximizing deductions to ensure your company's or clients' financial...

Yasser Aureada
Jan 13, 20246 min read


Cracking the Code: Your Ultimate Guide to Mastering BIR Tax Assessment Proceedings
In the complex landscape of taxation, ensuring a just process is crucial. Procedural Due Process stands as a cornerstone, safeguarding...

Yasser Aureada
Jan 12, 20242 min read


20 Salient Features of the Newest Tax Reform in the Philippines: Understanding the Ease of Paying Taxes Act of 2024
The Philippines stands at the brink of a groundbreaking transformation in its tax landscape with the recent enactment of Republic Act No....

Yasser Aureada
Jan 7, 202410 min read
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