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.Advisors and Succession: Where’s the Plan?
Many advisors have spent a good part of their lives building their business and have the bulk of their personal net worth tied up in it, making their practice their most valuable investment asset — the one they are counting on to help fund their lifestyle in retirement.
Fourth Quarter Prescribed Interest Rates Set
Although CRA will not make the official announcement until later this month, the prescribed annual interest rates for the fourth quarter will remain at the same rates as the prior three quarters.
Directors Escape Personal Liabilities
Subsection 227.1 of the Income Tax Act and subsection 323 of the Excise Tax Act provide that the directors of a corporation will be personally liable for their corporation’s failure to remit employee withholdings and GST.
Evelyn Jacks: When Are You In The Business Of Buying and Selling Land?
Lots of people like to dabble in real estate when markets are hot. But there could be an unintended tax issue which could significantly erode wealth.
Estate Planning: Understanding Joint Tenancy
Joint tenants are often comforted by the doctrine of survivorship – the survivor(s) take the property absolutely upon the death of the other holder(s).
Improve Your Retirement Forecasting
New research tells us doing retirement income projections induces people to increase their savings and feel more satisfied about their retirement savings adequacy. This must-attend live workshop will provide you with the best tools to prepare tax-efficient retirement income projections, and apply income averaging and income splitting techniques on cutting edge calculators using a case study approach. Limited seats available – reserve your spot by September 15!
