Guides
Practical, up-to-date explanations of Philippine payroll, tax and government benefit rules — each paired with a free calculator so you can check your own numbers.
BIR TRAIN Tax Table 2026: Income Tax Rates Explained
The 2026 BIR graduated income tax table under the TRAIN Law, with worked peso examples for monthly and annual salaries.
SSS Contribution Table 2026: Rates, MSC and Examples
How the 15% SSS contribution rate, monthly salary credit and employee/employer shares work in 2026, with examples.
How to Compute 13th Month Pay in the Philippines (2026)
Step-by-step 13th month pay computation under PD 851: formula, who qualifies, pro-rated pay, deadline and tax exemption.
How to Compute Holiday Pay in the Philippines (2026)
Regular holiday vs special non-working day pay rates, rest day and overtime premiums, with peso examples.
How to Compute Net Pay (Take-Home Pay) in the Philippines
From gross salary to take-home pay: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG deductions and withholding tax, step by step.
8% vs Graduated Income Tax for Freelancers (2026)
Should Filipino freelancers choose the 8% flat income tax or graduated rates? Rules, deadlines and side-by-side examples.
Pag-IBIG Housing Loan Requirements and Eligibility (2026)
Who can apply for a Pag-IBIG housing loan, documents to prepare, loanable amount, 2026 interest rates and tips.