by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Mar 26, 2013 | All About Tax
This summary is intended to highlight the aspects of the budget that will affect some or all of our clients. It is not meant to be a comprehensive outline and analysis of the budget. Personal income tax rates There were no changes made to personal income tax rates,...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Mar 4, 2013 | All About Tax
Some Canadians have been asking their tax preparer not to file their return electronically because they believe that it increases the chance of an audit. Whether e-filing increases the odds of an audit or if that is a myth is no matter. Starting in 2013, tax preparers...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Jan 14, 2013 | All About Tax
Being self-employed has many benefits, one of which is that business owners get increased tax planning opportunities. Self-employment is a great tax-shelter because of the many tax deductions available to entrepreneurs. CRA allows deductions for a multitude of...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Jan 9, 2013 | All About Tax, For Business Owners
Scientific research and experimental development credits (SR&ED) represent a significant financing and cash flow source for Canadian small businesses. Under this tax incentive program, corporations can get a tax credit of nearly 40% on eligible R&D expenses....
by YWD Inc. | Dec 10, 2012 | All About Tax, We Think You Might Enjoy...
The spirit of the holiday season inspires charitable giving. Whether it is dropping a few coins in the Salvation Army bucket, helping out at a local food bank, or by donating funds in lieu of gifts, it really is the season of giving. Here at Caring for Clients, in...
by Rona Birenbaum BAS CFP®, CHFS | Jul 23, 2012 | All About Investing, All About Tax, Retirement
These days many Canadians are accepting career opportunities that take them to the United States for a number of years during which they accumulate assets in a U.S. retirement savings plan. Upon returning to Canada, it is possible to transfer the US retirement plan...
