
A Brief Guide by Business Curative
At Business Curative, we believe that effective tax strategy is a crucial pillar of sustainable business growth. Our goal is to help Startups and SMEs legally reduce tax liabilities, stay compliant, and reinvest savings into their core operations.
Key Strategies for Tax Optimisation
1. Choose the Right Business Structure:-Select a tax-efficient structure (LLP, Pvt Ltd, etc.) based on your business goals.
2. Leverage All Available Deductions & Exemptions:-Identify sector-specific deductions (e.g., for R&D, startup costs, new employment).
3. GST Planning & Compliance:-Optimize GST input credits, ensure timely filings, and prevent penalties.
4. Advance Tax & TDS Management:- Maintain accurate projections and automate tax deduction systems.
5. Smart Profit Distribution:- Structure director remuneration, dividends, and reinvestments efficiently.

Key Areas We Focus On to Optimise Your Tax Strategy
1. Entity Structure & Registration Planning:- Choose the most tax-efficient business structure (e.g., Pvt Ltd, LLP, OPC, Proprietorship) Align your legal structure with business goals, liability protection, and future funding plans Help register under appropriate tax regimes (e.g., GST, MSME, Start-up India)
2. Avail All Applicable Deductions & Exemptions:-Identify eligible deductions under Sections 35AD, 80-IAC, 80JJAA, etc. Claim depreciation, startup-related costs, R&D expenses, and employee benefits Maximise sector-specific tax incentives (especially for manufacturing, tech, and healthcare)
3. GST Strategy & Compliance:- Optimize GST input credit mechanisms to reduce output liability Structure invoices and vendor relationships for maximum compliance Avoid penalties through timely filings and systemised reporting
4. Advance Tax and TDS Management:- Accurately estimate advance tax to avoid interest penalties Set up TDS systems to ensure timely deduction and deposit Assist with quarterly TDS returns and reconciliation
5. Profit Allocation & Owner Remuneration Plan director salaries, dividends, and bonuses in a tax-optimized manner Structure profit withdrawals and reinvestments with minimal tax impact Implement ESOPs or deferred compensation structures where applicable
6. Transfer Pricing & Inter-Company Transactions (if applicable) Comply with rules for related-party transactions Avoid scrutiny and double taxation through documentation and arm’s length pricing
7. Tax Filing & Record-Keeping Systems:- Maintain digital records aligned with audit and tax norms Automate expense classification and tax calculations File IT returns, GST, and MCA compliance on time with expert oversight
8. Future-Focused Tax Planning Plan for IPOs, mergers, acquisitions, or funding rounds with tax implications in mind Restructure business segments or branches for tax efficiency Adapt to upcoming changes in tax laws and budget updates proactively

Why Work with Business Curative for Tax Strategy?
SME-Centric Approach: We understand the real challenges of smaller businesses—not just textbook rules
Comprehensive + Customised: Our plans integrate tax savings with business growth
Regulatory Confidence: Stay compliant and audit-ready at all times
Growth-Ready Planning: We help you reinvest tax savings into your core operations