New Delhi, March 6 -- Are you a landlord who earns rental income from commercial properties? If your earnings cross a certain threshold a year, you may have to register for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and start charging tax on rent.

While renting out residential properties remains tax-exempt, commercial leasing comes with specific GST rules that every professional landlord must understand. As a professional landlord in India, understanding the nuances of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is crucial to ensure compliance and avoid potential penalties.

So, when do you need to register, and how does GST affect your rental business? Let's break it down.

According to chartered accountant Deepak Rao, "Any service provider, including landl...