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October 2024 Poll

October was small business month! Do you think more Canadians today are interested in starting their own businesses?
Yes: 55 votes
65.48%
No: 29 votes
34.52%
 

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Does “Topping Income Up” to Next Tax Bracket Make Sense?

Sarah is 67 and earning all her income in the lowest tax bracket. She has not yet started withdrawing money from her significant RRSP, which holds $800,000. When should she start? How much should she take into income?

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Reduce Clawbacks with an RRSP Contribution

When a taxpayer's income falls into a clawback zone, a portion of a social benefit like OAS or EI must be repaid.

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Understanding Conflicts of Interest: Tips from the Tax Court

Canadian National Railway Company v McKercher LLP and Gordon Wallace, 2013 SCC 39

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CPP Contributions for the Self-Employed Required Until Age 65

Self-employed taxpayers who are receiving a CPP retirement pension must continue to contribute to CPP until they are at least 65. 

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When do I have to pay tax on alimony or spousal and child support payments?

The rules differ for spousal and child support, as explained below.

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