Last updated: Nov. 21, 2018
Whether you’re the CEO of a large firm or own a small family business, there’s a good chance you’ll want the next generation of your family to be at the helm. Having a viable succession plan in place is a great way to ensure transferring the business to the next generation … Read more
Last updated: Nov. 14, 2018
Few investments are as advantageous as a Mortgage Investment Corporation (MIC), when it comes to returns and tax benefits. Because of their corporate structure, MICs do not pay income tax and are legally mandated to distribute all of their earnings to investors. On top of that, MIC dividend payouts are treated … Read more
Last updated: Jul. 25, 2018
Estate planning is all about preparing for the inevitable. Your estate is made up of everything you own, which includes your car, home, bank accounts, investments, life insurance and personal possessions (you might have someone in mind to inherit art or furniture). And unfortunately, it doesn’t matter if you have a … Read more
Last updated: Apr. 11, 2018
What You Should Know about Foreign Investment Taxes If you have foreign investments or are thinking of investing, partnering, or expanding your business abroad, it’s important to understand the benefits of having foreign investments and understating the responsibilities of foreign investment taxes. Economically, Canada is a relatively small country when it … Read more
Last updated: Dec. 13, 2017
There are over 86,000 registered charities in Canada so there are many opportunities for you to give back and benefit from tax relief at the same time. The donation of life insurance policies and annuities to registered charities is a great way to benefit a favourite charity and for the donor … Read more
Last updated: Aug. 2, 2017
Farmers preparing their wills and succession plans should be aware of the details of the capital gains exemption and the capital gains deduction. Before you get into the various strategies available for a successful transition of the family farm to the next generation it is important to discuss the interests and … Read more