This question stems from queries that clients posed to our accounting team. As you may already be aware, Raffles Corporate Services does provide bookkeeping services. This means that clients send us their bills, invoices, receipts and other accounting-related documents to have their financial statements prepared. The financial statements are important as they are used for [...]
Different legal documents should be prepared based on the type of business structure you decide on for your business. If you decide on incorporating a company, these are the legal documents you should have. Company Constitution Shareholders' Agreement Company Constitution This document is a legal document between the company and all of its shareholders. [...]
In accordance with the Tripartite Advisory on Managing Excess Manpower and Responsible Retrenchment (TAMEMRR), it is imperative that the criteria for selecting employees for redundancy are objective and the process is executed equitably. While adherence to the TAMEMRR is not mandated by law for employers, it delineates recommended practices for progressive workforce management, emphasizing the [...]
Do note that this is about tax obligations. Namely, what needs to be filed to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS). This is not the same as the filings that need to be made to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). There is still a requirement according to the Limited Liability Partnerships Act to [...]
A Multi-Currency Account offers the flexibility to manage and engage in transactions across different currencies within a unified account framework. Such accounts streamline the process of exchanging foreign currencies, proving advantageous for international dealings and benefiting individuals who travel frequently. Prominent banking institutions in Singapore provide access to Multi-Currency Accounts, each characterized by distinct features [...]
In the realm of business, the titles of CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and Founder carry significant weight and implications, both internally within the organization and externally in the broader business community. This analysis aims to delineate the roles and responsibilities associated with each title, their impact on company operations, and how they are perceived in [...]
Singapore generally allows foreigners to start businesses in Singapore. However, foreigners on certain passes may be restricted from starting or managing their business based on restrictions placed on that pass. Most pass holders are not allowed to manage their businesses in Singapore. This means that they are not allowed to register sole proprietorships or partnerships. [...]
In the realm of business opportunities in Singapore, the pathway to acquiring permanent residency (PR) through investment is open to those willing to infuse capital into the nation's economy and demonstrate entrepreneurial acumen. This avenue, formally designated as the Global Investor Programme (GIP Scheme), is commonly known as the Investor Scheme. For individuals contemplating relocation [...]
The deadline to file personal income taxes is on the 18th of April 2024. This is, in most cases, for personal income that was earned during the calendar year 2023. Firstly, here are the Resident Income Tax rates for the Year of Assessment 2024 (YA2024). Chargeable Income Income Tax Rate (%) Gross Tax Payable [...]
If a company does not hold its Annual General Meeting and/or file its Annual Return within the required timeframe, the company may be issued a summons. It is possible to appeal against such summons. The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) allows anyone to appeal to them for a review of the summons issued against [...]