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British Columbia Budget Report 2019

Last updated: Feb. 20, 2019 
On 19 February 2019, British Columbia Finance Minister Carole James tabled the province’s fiscal 2019–20 budget. Although the budget does not include any new changes to the corporate or personal tax rates, it enhances the province’s Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit program and introduces the new B.C. Child Opportunity Benefit … Read more

What Do You Need to Know About ROEs As An Employer?

What Do You Need to Know About ROEs As An Employer?

Last updated: Feb. 20, 2019 
Each year, more than 1 million Canadian employers fill out more than 9 million ROE forms for their employees, according to the Government of Canada. A record of employment (ROE) is the single most important document in the Employment Insurance (EI) program. As an employer, find out what your responsibilities are … Read more

What You Need to Know about Canada’s 2019 Tax Season

What You Need to Know about Canada’s 2019 Tax Season

Last updated: Feb. 13, 2019 
We may only be a few weeks into the new year, but as soon as the clock strikes midnight on January 1, it means tax season is just around the corner. It might not be at the top of your list for fun things to do, but it’s never too early … Read more

How Cash Flow Management Prevents Legal Problems

How Businesses Can Manage Cash Flow

Last updated: Feb. 6, 2019 
When you run a small business, one of the most important things you’ll find yourself doing on a periodic basis is tracking the amount of cash going in and out of your business – or in accounting jargon, cash flow. However, as an entrepreneur you’re to juggling many responsibilities all at … Read more

Calculate Your Monthly Retirement Income

How Much Monthly Income Will Your Retirement Savings Provide? Don't Be Scared Of Retiring (Calculator)

Last updated: Jan. 30, 2019 
Don’t Be Scared of Retiring Planning for retirement can be a daunting task if you’re going it alone. While some companies may provide pensions, Canadians who have small businesses, farm, or are in certain trades may not have this umbrella. Maximizing your tax savings and planning for your retirement alongside your … Read more

Retirement Income Calculator

Last updated: Jan. 29, 2019 
Use this retirement calculator to determine how much your retirement savings will net each month, and take into account how much of your current monthly overhead is going toward debt payment. Over the course of decades, your nest egg can grow. This retirement calculator from FBC can show you just how … Read more

What Are Your Obligations to T4 Slips as an Employer?

What Are Your Obligations to T4 Slips as an Employer?

Last updated: Jan. 23, 2019 
If you have employees, as an employer you are obligated to automatically deduct income tax each time you pay your employees. You are also obligated to issue T4 slips to all employees from the past year by the end of February. For your employees, the T4 slip(s) represent the entire income … Read more

Tax Advantages of Operating a Home-Based Business

Advantages of Operating a Home-Based Business for Income Tax Deduction

Last updated: Jan. 16, 2019 
Taking Advantage of Home-Based Income Tax Deductions Whether you’re self-employed and operate a home-based business or work for someone else, you have to pay taxes. On the front end, federal and provincial taxes get deducted from your pay. You also end up paying taxes on day-to-day purchases, like food, household expenses, … Read more

How To Start Internet Marketing Business From Home

How To Start Internet Marketing Business From Home

Last updated: Jan. 9, 2019 
Starting an Internet marketing business can be challenging, fun, and lucrative—all at the same time. It’s an excellent opportunity to earn money while in the comforts of your home. At the same time, an Internet marketing business requires less monetary investment compared to the physical facilities required for your farm or … Read more