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Is Your Car Lease Payment a Tax Write-Off?

Individuals who lease a passenger vehicle for work-related purposes can deduct part of their leasing costs on their tax return. That being said, there is a limit on the amount you can claim. This limit is based on a calculation involving your lease payments and the value of your car. How to calculate your car

Getting CRA to Waive or Cancel Penalties & Interest

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), under provisions of the Income Tax Act that are usually referred to as “Taxpayer Relief”, has the discretion to waive any or all amount of penalties and interest. The provisions can protect a taxpayer who is unable to meet their tax obligations due to circumstances beyond their control. However, this comes

5 Bookkeeping Tips to Help You Manage Your Small Business Finances

Managing the financial aspects of your small business can be daunting, but it’s essential for long-term success. Effective bookkeeping not only provides insight into your business’s fiscal well-being but also empowers you to make well-informed decisions. Building a consistent bookkeeping practice can feel daunting, particularly if this is your first rodeo. But it doesn’t have

Understanding Shareholder Loan Accounts

Understanding Shareholder Loan Accounts As interest rates continue to climb in 2023, the idea of taking out a loan from your corporation at no or low interest may be increasingly appealing. But before you plan to do that, it is important to understand the tax implications related to that. If you’re considering taking out a

How often should I review my financial statements?

How often should I review my financial statements? As a small business owner, it is important to keep an eye on the company financials and take out time to review your financial statements, such as profit and loss statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement. How often do you take a look at or review

Everything you need to know before closing down a business in BC

Everything you need to know before closing down a business in BC Closing a business is never a pleasant or easy task. It may be for personal reasons, like retirement, or perhaps you no longer feel it’s a sustainable business. It’s vital to follow the right administrative procedures to notify the relevant government agencies that you

Here are answers to five of the top business tax information questions

Question 1: How do I register for My Business Account? You can register for My Business Account using your Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) User ID and password or through a sign-in partner. Haven’t set up your CRA User ID yet? Find out how here: Registration process to access the CRA sign-in services What you’ll need to register: CRA

How to Minimize Your Chances of Being Audited by the CRA?

How to Minimize Your Chances of Being Audited by the CRA? As a small business owner in Canada, being audited by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) can be a most daunting experience. You have enough to do managing your business without undergoing a time-sucking and possibly expensive tax audit. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) audits

What Self-employed Contractors Need To Know About Taxes?

As an independent contractor, you can forget the standard 9-to-5 and set your own hours. Rather than earning an annual salary, it’s up to you to set the price of your work—and to sell it. Instead of receiving assignments from a manager, you get to choose who you work with and what type of work you do. Working as an independent contractor can provide you with great freedom when it comes to your schedule and income, but it can also make things more complicated during tax season.

What Happens When You File Your Corporate Taxes Late – And How We Can Help!

Let’s admit that. Preparing and filing corporate tax return isn’t very enjoyable process for most. Often with busy schedules, we tend to put if off for just a little longer. So, what happens when you file your corporate tax returns late.

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