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January 2025 Poll
Do you agree with extending the charitable donations giving deadline to February 28, 2025 for the purposes of reducing taxes on the 2024 tax return?
Paper Returns: When Preferred, When Required
Processing a tax return will begin on February 19 and that’s also the date any paper tax return packages will be mailed. If you want to receive your return, refunds and Notice of Assessment faster, electronic filing is the way to go – and about 93% of Canadians chose that option last year. Aside from accessing the tax forms and line-by-line instructions immediately, CRA promises that processing an electronically filed return will take about two weeks, as opposed to 8 weeks for paper returns, according to CRA’s service standard. But in more than a dozen instances, paper filing is actually required. Check it out here:
UHT Filing – Still Clear As Mud
Exactly who needs to file a UHT-2900 by April 30, 2024? Even tax pros are having trouble deciphering these complicated rules, and explaining them to their clients. Fortunately, Knowledge Bureau’s Advanced T1 Tax Update Course, now available online for tax training, has the answers and a handy conversation guide for tax accounting and financial advisors to share with their clients. Here’s a brief synopsis of filing requirements:
It’s a Sweetheart of a Deal: Offers End February 15!
Share the love with your companion or team member and join us in the splendid aura of the arts in the charm of Montreal as you discover new ways to lead with impactful guidance at the Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors, November 10-12, 2024. Early-bird deadline: February 15. Save up to 25% on tuition when you register as a Delegate, Companion or Team Member! Plus, last chance to save on CE Summit Event passes before tuition prices increase.
Study with a Buddy & Make a Difference as an RWM™
Make a difference while you differentiate with new credentials and a collaborative approach to leadership in building your practice and a natural referral network, too, with the Real Wealth Management™ Designation Program. The RWM™ approaches conversations with clients on a deeper level while following a compliant framework that goes beyond KYC and KYP – all to enable greater financial piece of mind. Enrol in the RWM™ Designation Program, only $1,295 for single registrations (save $500) or study with a buddy and your tuition is only $995 each.
FHSA: New Lines & Forms on the T1 This Year
If you opened a First Home Savings Account in 2023, you’ll be addressing potentially 3 new lines on the 2023 tax return, several new auxiliary tax forms and a brand-new Schedule 15. Here is what you need to know:
