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If you're a consultant and you've just received a $1 million consultation fee, you might be wondering, "How much tax do I have to pay?""Don't worry, I'm here to help you figure this out, it's as easy as chatting with a friend!
Let's take a look at VAT first, which is like the tax you have to pay for the difference in the price you make from selling something. The tax rate is 6%, so the consulting fee of 1 million yuan has to pay 60,000 yuan of VAT.
This is like the tax that your company has to pay after making money. The tax rate is usually 25%. But if your company is in some special areas, such as Qianhai in Shenzhen and Hengqin in Zhuhai, the tax rate may be lower, about 15%.
This is the tax you have to pay after you make money personally. It's usually 20% or 30% of your income. But don't worry, here's a tip: you can deduct some fees. For example, the money you spend to do consulting, or some insurance expenses that the state allows deductions, etc. Assuming you can deduct a total of 200,000, then you only need to pay taxes on the remaining 800,000. If the tax rate is 20%, you will need to pay 160,000 personal income tax.
At the end of the day, you have to calculate your actual income, deduct the necessary expenses, and calculate the tax you should pay according to the tax rate. Although tax calculations may seem a bit complicated, once you figure out the basic rules, it's like playing Sudoku, which is fun and gives you a better idea of how to plan your finances properly.
Finally, don't forget that everyone's situation is different, and how much tax you pay depends on your actual situation. If you feel like you have a big head, it's also a good idea to get a professional accountant to help. Just like everything else in life, by taking care of your taxes, you can focus more on what you're good at and what you love!