Domicile refers to the place which an individual treats as their permanent home, or lives in and has a substantial connection with. It determines various legal aspects such as taxation, voting rights, and application of local laws.
Legal residence, also known as domicile, refers to the place where an individual has their permanent home or principal establishment and to where, whenever they are absent, they intend to return. It plays a crucial role in determining tax responsibilities, voting rights, and other legal and financial obligations.
A personal residence is a dwelling unit that one claims as their primary home. This dwelling establishes one’s legal residence for voting, tax, and legal purposes.
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