New 30-Year Amortizations for Insured Mortgages
Effective August 1, 2024, the government will allow 30-year mortgage amortizations for first-time homeowners who purchase newly built homes. For existing mortgage holders who meet specific criteria, “permanent amortization relief” will be available to extend repayment periods for as long as they need to get to the number they can afford to pay monthly. It’s an extension from the 25-year mortgage amortizations previously allowed. However, this isn’t for everyone… there is a significant risk to lifetime wealth creation and must be managed with an eye to interest rates and payment terms to reduce the non-deductible interest costs.2015 Return and Schedules Now Available in EverGreen
Although the new T1 Return and Schedules will not be available from the CRA website until January 7, the forms went to print on December 16 and are available in EverGreen Explanatory Notes right now.
Season’s Greetings CRA: Estimated 33,000 letters will be mailed out
'Tis the season and Canada Revenue Agency will once again send out an estimated 33,000 letters to Canadian taxpayers asking them to “reconsider” their prior year’s personal tax return.
CRA Moving to Email Communications in 2015
The new T1 return includes a space to send the taxpayer’s email address to CRA.
Expensive But Worth It
Recently, the Tax Court of Canada (TCC) levied interest and gross negligence penalties against five taxpayers who were shareholders and operators of a family restaurant.
Should OAS be deferred?
This is a continuation from last week's article, "Are You Planning Retirement for your Clients?"
Farmers: Year-End Tax Review Saves Money
Are you spending enough time consulting with your clients who are unincorporated Farmers and Fishers?
