Canada’s Underused Housing Tax – What You Need to Know
Canada’s Underused Housing Tax – What You Need to Know Underused Housing Tax (UHT) was introduced by the Govt. of Canada in 2022 in an effort to reduce the amount of housing in Canada that remains vacant while owners ‘sit on the investment’ as real estate prices continue to rise. For BC owners, particularly for
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Saving For Your First Home? Learn More About Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA)
Saving For Your First Home? Learn More About Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) In the 2022 budget, the government proposed the introduction of the Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA). This new registered plan would give prospective first-time home buyers the ability to save $40,000 on a tax-free basis. Like a Registered Retirement Savings
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How to Maximize Tax Return 2022 in Canada
How to Maximize Tax Return 2022 in Canada With rising interest rates every Canadians are experiencing strains caused by the increased cost of living and inflation. Claiming tax deductions & credits can help offset the financial burden by putting extra money back in your pocket. In order to maximize your tax return, you need to calculate your
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Thinking About Retiring? Our Advice on Credits & Benefits Available to Canadians
Thinking About Retiring? Our Advice on Credits & Benefits Available to Canadians It is essential for seniors to adopt a plan regarding taxes when planning for retirement. More than 1 in 5 working-age Canadians are between the ages of 55 and 64 – more than at any time in our history. With the impending retirement wave, retirement planning
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All You Need to Know About TFSA Rules For Trading Stocks in Canada 2023
All You Need to Know About TFSA Rules For Trading Stocks in Canada 2023 TFSAs (tax-free savings accounts) and RRSPs (registered retirement savings plans) are two of the most popular registered accounts held by Canadians. A TFSA helps you save for any goal – from next summer’s vacation abroad to supplementing your retirement later on — with tax-free growth.
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Getting Ready for your 2022 Tax Return
Getting Ready for your 2022 Tax Return Tax-filing season is fast approaching, and it is a busy time for both individuals and businesses. While tax season may not be the most wonderful time of the year, there are a few steps you can take now to remove some of the stress of filing your taxes
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Investing in RRSPs or TFSAs: What’s right for you?
Investing in RRSPs or TFSAs: What’s right for you? If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, saving for retirement comes with its own set of challenges. Can you save for the retirement and get a tax break? An RRSP and a TFSA are both investment accounts, registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), that
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All You Need to Know About Tax Deductions From Commission Income
All You Need to Know About Tax Deductions From Commission Income Employers offer additional incentives to employees to generate high performance levels in form of bonus or commissions on top of their base salary. Commission employees under the paragraph 8(1)(f) of the Income Tax Act, have the option of deducting a broader range of expenditures
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What are the Consequences of Not Filing Taxes in Canada?
What are the Consequences of Not Filing Taxes in Canada? All Canadians whether they are working for someone, self-employed or a corporation have to file their tax returns every year. Filing your taxes late and not filing your taxes at all can have severe consequences. In this article, we will discuss the penalties for not
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All You Need To Know About Claiming Medical Expenses On Your Personal Income Tax Returns
All You Need To Know About Claiming Medical Expenses On Your Personal Income Tax Returns While Canadians have the privilege of universal healthcare, not all procedures, medications, assessments, and therapies are covered so we’re often left to reach into our own pockets, especially if we don’t have private insurance. But did you know that you can
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