Wealth Management
The 2024 Federal Budget has introduced an increase in the capital gains inclusion rate from 50% to 66.67%. This change can have a significant impact on the taxation of your corporate investment gains and the disposition of shares in your business. Capital gains subject to tax Before June 25, 2024 On or After June…
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The FHSA is an innovative financial tool crafted to propel your home-buying dreams into reality. Uniquely engineered for individuals eyeing their first-ever home purchase on Canadian turf, this account merges the best of both worlds—the RRSP’s tax deduction glory and the TFSA’s celebrated tax-exempt growth. Harness the Power of Tax Efficiency When you feed your…
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If you’re like most Canadians, you have some debt. And, if you’re like most Canadians who just lived through a pandemic, you probably have more debt now than you did before. In fact, 43% of Canadians say that they’ve experienced an increase in debt in the past year.1 With the cost of living and interest rates…
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The New Canadian Federal Budget: What You Need to Know Canada has recently unveiled its new federal budget, and it’s bound to have an impact on you and your finances. Whether you’re a student or a homeowner, here’s a breakdown of how the budget could affect you. Investing in Education One of the key highlights…
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Case Study Scenario For the past 10 years, Mike has owned and operated a local construction company that has become highly successful. Due to this success, Mike has built up significant after-tax profits within his corporation and finds himself facing a decision: withdraw these funds now and invest them personally or leave the funds in…
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It’s hard enough for people to wrap their heads around saving and investing for retirement in normal economic times, so it’s no surprise how overwhelmed so many feel about their financial futures today. With inflation increasing the costs of everyday items and rising interest rates affecting the mortgage and other borrowing costs, budgets have gotten…
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What is a TFSA? A Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a type of savings account that allows Canadians to save and invest their money without having to pay taxes on the investment income. This makes it an attractive option for those who want to save for retirement, save for a rainy day, or simply invest…
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Determining the best approach. The debate over whether to invest in a Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) or a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) comes up every year. Both are excellent tools that allow you to shelter investments from taxes, and both have their place in a well-defined financial plan. Here are some factors to consider as…
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You may be hearing the term “ESG” in the investing world more often. But what does it mean?ESG focuses on three core terms; Environmental, Social and Governance. Let’s find out more about each one.As concerns over environmental risks, such as climate change and loss of biodiversity increase, investors are looking for ways to support companies…
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