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More on Dividend Tax Hikes
For owners of small businesses who pay themselves with dividends, the changes to the gross-up and dividend tax credit rates for 2013 will mean that the tax-free zone will decrease from its current level of about $42,500 for single taxpayers in 2013 to about $35,000 in 2014.
Claiming Home Workspace Expenses
Home office expenses are common for the self-employed; some employees may claim them too, when their employer signs Form T2200 to confirm this requirement. These claims are often audited so be sure to know the rules.
Budget 2013: Trust Rules Proposed to Change, Too
The March 21, 2013 budget is an extensive and far-reaching document, which underscores the depth of the tax reforms Canada is in today. Trust and estate planning will be affected by the proposals as well, as explained.
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How Will Extra Income Affect My Guaranteed Income Supplement?
I’m a retired widow. My only income is CPP and Old Age Security. I also get the Supplement but lately I’ve been thinking about going back to work part time, maybe one day a week, as a Greeter at Walmart. How will this extra income affect my Supplement?
