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BIR, decoded.

Plain-language articles on the BIR tasks people ask about most: registration, TINs, forms, fees, and deadlines. Read the basics here, then ask AskOnward for the current steps for your situation.

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Compliance4 min read
Withholding tax on rent: what business tenants must do and what landlords should expect
If your business pays rent to a private landlord, the BIR may require you to withhold tax at source before handing over the amount. Here is what both sides of a lease need to understand.
Jul 9, 2026Read
Records3 min read
Tax records at home: what to keep after you file with the BIR
A plain-language guide to the BIR documents every taxpayer should hold on to after filing, organized by taxpayer type.
Jul 8, 2026Read

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BIR, decoded.

BIR, decoded.

Withholding tax on rent: what business tenants must do and what landlords should expect

Tax records at home: what to keep after you file with the BIR

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