by Ryan Douglas | Apr 22, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Business Owners, Family, financial advice, Financial Planning, Individuals, Investment, Retirees, Retirement
With the upcoming 2024 Canadian tax rule changes, it’s important to review your financial strategies. We’ve identified the key changes that we expect to influence financial decisions for investors, business owners, incorporated professionals, retirees, and...
by Ryan Douglas | Apr 17, 2024 | Blog, Business Owners, Estate Planning, Family, Financial Planning, incorporated professionals, Individuals, Investment, mortgage, personal finances, Professional Corporations, Professionals, Retirees, Retirement, Tax
On April 16, 2024, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, presented the federal budget. While there are no changes to federal personal or corporate tax rates, the budget introduces: An increase in the portion of capital gains...
by Ryan Douglas | Feb 1, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Business Owners, Estate Planning, Family, financial advice, Financial Planning, Individuals, Investment, personal finances, Professionals, Retirement, RRSP, Tax Free Savings Account
Tax-Free Savings Account vs Registered Retirement Savings PlanWhen looking to save money in a tax-efficient manner, Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) can offer significant tax benefits. To assist you in understanding the...
by Ryan Douglas | Aug 1, 2023 | Blog, Investment
A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is an investment vehicle available to Canadian residents. It offers numerous benefits, including tax-free growth of your investments and tax-free withdrawals. Before you decide to open a TFSA, it’s essential to understand the...
by Ryan Douglas | Jun 2, 2023 | Blog, Investment
Investing in a fund requires a good understanding of its associated costs, including the Management Expense Ratio (MER). In this article and infographic, we’ll break down the different components of the MER. Understanding the Management Expense Ratio The...
by Ryan Douglas | May 1, 2023 | Blog, Investment
The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a savings plan designed for first-time home buyers in Canada, which allows them to save up to $40,000 tax-free. Contributions to an FHSA are tax-deductible, similar to Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP). Additionally,...