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Complex taxes and labor rules, explained so anyone can understand.

Argentine accountants, lawyers and economists answer one concrete question each week — in plain Spanish, without technical jargon. If your mother can't understand it, we rewrite it.

Editorial Rule

"Every article answers exactly one concrete question. No preambles, no vague advice — just the specific answer you were looking for, updated and written in language that works for everyone."

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The Jilmadi Team

Accountants · Lawyers · Economists

This week's questions answered

Each article addresses one specific question from real situations Argentines face. Written by registered professionals, reviewed for clarity.

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How much is deducted from my salary for income tax if I earn a certain amount?

The income tax on salaries in Argentina depends on your gross income, family situation and applicable deductions. We break down exactly how the calculation works for different salary levels — without the formulas.

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Marcela Vidal

CPN · Mat. 14.782

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Can I be a monotributista and an employee at the same time?

Yes — but there are specific rules about how it affects your contributions and coverage. Here's what you need to know.

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Diego Ferreyra

Abogado · T° III F° 204

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What happens if I don't pay monotributo for two months?

Missing two consecutive payments triggers specific consequences with AFIP. We explain the exact steps, penalties and how to regularise your situation.

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Marcela Vidal

CPN · Mat. 14.782

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What is a UVA savings account and is it worth having one?

UVA accounts adjust for inflation, which sounds appealing — but there are conditions. We explain how they work and what to consider.

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Luciana Romero

Lic. Economía · Mat. 8.931

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Simple editorial process, clear results

Every article goes through the same process before it's published — from question selection to final plain-language review.

1

Real question selected

We choose questions that real Argentines search for or ask their accountants and lawyers every week.

2

Professional writes the answer

A registered accountant, lawyer or economist writes the response under their name and professional registration number.

3

Plain-language review

If the editorial team can't read it aloud to a non-specialist and have them understand it, it goes back for rewriting.

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Three areas, one clear rule

All content falls into one of three categories — tax, labor or finance. Every article answers exactly one question.

Area 01 · Tax

Impositivo — Tax Matters

Income tax, VAT, monotributo, AFIP procedures, tax categories, deductions and obligations. Written for people who don't work with tax codes daily.

Area 02 · Labor

Laboral — Work & Employment

Employment contracts, dismissals, social security contributions, dual employment situations, freelance registration and workers' rights explained clearly.

Area 03 · Finance

Financiero — Personal Finance

Savings tools, inflation-adjusted accounts, investment basics, understanding bank products and making sense of your payslip — practical information for everyday decisions.

The kind of questions we answer

How much income tax is deducted if I earn $800,000 per month?

Step-by-step breakdown of the calculation with current scales and applicable deductions.

Can I register as monotributista while I'm already employed?

What the law allows, what changes in your social security contributions, and what you need to declare.

What happens if I miss two monotributo payments?

Specific consequences, the exclusion process and how to regularise before it becomes a bigger problem.

Is it better to save in pesos or in dollars right now?

An honest look at the options, the risks involved and the factors worth considering — without predictions.

What does my employer legally have to pay when they dismiss me?

Severance pay components, calculation method and the difference between justified and unjustified dismissal.

What is the difference between monotributo and responsable inscripto?

When each regime applies, what the obligations are and how to decide which one fits your situation.

How does a UVA savings account actually work?

The mechanics of inflation adjustment, when it helps and what conditions apply to access your money.

Am I entitled to a bonus (aguinaldo) if I only worked part of the year?

How the proportional calculation works and what the law says about partial-year employment.

Important note: All content on Jilmadi is general informational material. Authors write under their name and professional registration, but articles do not constitute professional advice for individual situations. For decisions specific to your circumstances, consult a qualified professional directly.

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