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.  

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On August 29, the Department of Finance released draft legislative proposals that would implement various tax measures introduced in the February 11, 2014 budget as well as other measures including the modernization of life insurance policy exemption tests.

The draft tax legislation released late in August changes the rules regarding the taxation of the income earned on the savings in a life insurance policy.

Approximately 98% of Canadian business are considered to be “small to medium” sized, and CRA is hoping that personal visits with these enterprises can help to cut red tape, errors, and omissions for an overall smoother, penalty-free relationship with the tax man. 

If you have ever wanted to be a hero, consider the gratitude that comes from helping business owners understand how to steer clear of trouble on a tax audit or making sure seniors don’t overpay their September 15 or December 15 quarterly tax instalment. 

Many boomers are now in the fortunate position of dealing with the complexities of excess.