Understanding the OAS Clawback
Seniors don’t take kindly to the clawback of their OAS (Old Age Security) especially in these inflationary times, but this can happen, especially if there was an unusual receipt of income during the past calendar year. Here’s what you need to know to explain the consequences for 2025 and 2026:Review RESP Details Before Year End
Year end education planning requires a close look at the Registered Education Saving Plan (RESP) as an option for families saving for their children’s education. The RESP features a generous Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) and Canada Learning Bond (CLB) which really sweetens the savings pot thanks to the federal government.
Canada 150: Financial Advice at the Crossroads of Change
After the highly acclaimed DAC 2016 in San Diego, the location of the 14th Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC) was announced. Following tradition, advisors will be visiting a retirement haven that their clients frequent; this time in beautiful Kelowna, B.C., November 5-8, 2017.
Cross-Border Taxation Issues after Election in U.S.
With the U.S. election results and the subsequent crash of the Canadian immigration site, now is likely a great time to brush up on the rules for cross-border taxation and for U.S citizens living in Canada. Knowledge Bureau covers the subject in its online Cross Border Taxation Course and will also devote a half day to the subject in the May edition of the Distinguished Advisor Workshops.
Life Purpose
"I always like to look on the optimistic side of life, but I am realistic enough to know that life is a complex matter." Walt Disney
After Trump Win: An Opportunity for Advisors to Lead
The Trump win in the US provides an opportunity for professional financial advisors and their clients to come together and review strategies for meeting financial goals in anticipation of global change. Having a great Plan “A” for financial decision-making is critical anytime; but in times of great change a smart and insightful Plan “B” can make all the difference in getting the right long term results.
Three Must-Do Year End Tax Tips
Are you managing your assets with tax efficiency? This year make sure both you and your spouse review your personal net worth statements to ensure your tax advantages are taken advantage of. Here are three tips to consider.
