Tax Freedom Day
9
Jul
Dear CRA – My will won’t be leaving you as much money as you might expect… We recently celebrated Canada Day on July 1 and I hope it was a fun holiday for you and your family. Another very significant date … Read More »
Spousal RSP’s have advantages worth considering
12
Apr
To split or not to split – Spousal RSPs have advantages worth considering If you are single, the tax system offers you limited ways to lower your income. You can contribute to an RRSP for a possible tax refund; you … Read More »
RRSP’s make a lot of cents!
12
Mar
So you missed the March 1 deadline to make a contribution to your RRSP and claim a reduction in your taxes for 2018? Think about how much that cost you, both now in terms of money you have to pay CRA … Read More »
RRSP’s and TFSA’s Provide for Future Smooth Sailing in Retirement
1
Feb
What will keep you afloat if you encounter storms along the way? Saving for the future is vital. Fewer than 40% of Canadians have pension plans at work, leaving 60% of us responsible to make our own plans for a comfortable … Read More »
Setting SMART business goals to stay on track despite market volatility
11
Jan
S.M.A.R.T business goals are Smart, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely*. First, make a plan, establish S.M.A.R.T. goals for your business (e.g. number of customers, branding, sales, margins, expansion, etc,). Then get to the work of implementing these goals so that … Read More »
Ten Years After the Financial Crisis
5
Oct
Five Strategies for Coping with Financial Challenges The media has been full of reports and reflections on the financial crisis of 2008. The focus has been largely on what happened, why it happened, and could it happen again. Newspapers, radio and TV … Read More »