Last updated: Oct. 16, 2024
*UPDATED FOR 2024* The calendar year may be winding down, but there’s still time to make your year-end tax planning a little less stressful. To help, we’ve assembled seven of our best year-end tax tips to help you lower your tax burden and boost your bottom line. Organize your files … Read more
The shift to remote work has become the new normal. One of the biggest questions is: what are my responsibilities when it comes to home office expenses?
The Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) enhancement significantly increases pension contributions from employers, employees and self-employed individuals.
Whether you sold off assets or hedged your bets before the new capital gains rules kicked in on June 25, understanding these changes is crucial.
Last updated: Apr. 29, 2024 As we wind down another challenging year of dealing with historic inflation, the last thing you want to think about is taxes. However, with profit margins tighter than ever, this is exactly the right time to take steps to minimize your tax burden. For incorporated businesses, this starts with understanding … Read more
Last updated: Feb. 13, 2024
A big perk of using your personal vehicle for business when you’re self-employed is writing off your motor vehicle expenses. But if you’re doing this without keeping a mileage log, the CRA could reject your claims for these expenses. The good news is that by following our advice, you can … Read more
Last updated: Feb. 13, 2024
You’ve been saving money for years in your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) and now it’s time to cash in. You could take out all the money at once if you wanted, but it’s a better idea to convert the RRSP to a registered retirement investment fund (RRIF). The RRIF … Read more
Last updated: Jan. 26, 2024
If you’re self-employed or a small business owner, saving for retirement comes with a unique set of challenges, which may include: You lack access to an employer-funded savings plan. You’re putting as much of your own money into the business as possible. You’re extremely focused on the growth of your … Read more
Last updated: Dec. 22, 2023 If you’re self-employed, you already know how stressful tax preparation and planning can be – keeping track of receipts, staying up-to-date on the Canada Revenue Agency’s policies, and ensuring you’re capturing all of your deductions and expenses. Luckily, we have 7 tried-and-true tax tips that will help you stay on track … Read more