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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) may charge interest, as well as penalties, on overdue quarterly payments. The interest applied is compounded daily. A penalty also is charged if the installment interest reaches a certain level. If you can’t pay your installments on time, it might be advisable to borrow the funds. The loan rates available … Read more

While it may sound like a good idea, there are some serious tax consequences when the corporation assumes ownership of your principal or secondary residence, summer cottage or vacation condominium. The major difficulty arises if the business fails or is unable to pay its debts or taxes owing to the government. If this should happen, … Read more

Extended cab pickup trucks are often seen on farms and construction sites. However, while the extra passenger space is useful, most farmers would tell you, that their truck is first and foremost a working vehicle. CRA Views Extended Cab Trucks as Passenger Vehicles CRA has tended to disagree and has challenged and reassessed individuals for … Read more