by Esther Sande | Mar 31, 2025 | 2025, Blog, financial advice, incorporated professionals, individuals, investment, pension plan, personal finances, Professionals, tax
The deadline for filing your 2024 income tax return is April 30, 2025. Stay informed about the latest tax changes and benefits available to maximize your savings and ensure compliance. This guide outlines the key updates and important deductions and credits separated...
by Esther Sande | Dec 3, 2024 | 2024, Blog, financial planning, individuals, tax
The end of 2024 is quickly approaching – which means it’s time to get your paperwork in order so you’re ready when it comes time to file your taxes!In this article, we’ve covered five different major types of 2024 personal tax tips:Investment...
by Esther Sande | Nov 1, 2024 | Blog, disability, individuals
Everybody understands the value of life insurance and most of us who take our finances seriously have a solid life insurance policy in place. But what happens if you are unlucky enough to sustain a serious illness, chronic disease or disability which prevents you from...
by Esther Sande | Apr 30, 2024 | Blog, Family, individuals, life insurance
Before buying insurance from your bank to cover your mortgage, understand the difference between self owned mortgage life insurance and bank owned life insurance. The key differences are ownership, premium, coverage, beneficiaries and portability.Ownership:Self: You...
by Esther Sande | Apr 22, 2024 | 2024, Blog, business owners, Family, financial advice, financial planning, individuals, investment, retirees, Retirement
With the upcoming 2024 Canadian tax rule changes, it’s important to review your financial strategies. We’ve identified the key changes that we expect to influence financial decisions for investors, business owners, incorporated professionals, retirees, and...
by Esther Sande | Apr 17, 2024 | Blog, business owners, estate planning, Family, financial planning, incorporated professionals, individuals, investment, mortgage, personal finances, Professional Corporations, Professionals, retirees, Retirement, tax
On April 16, 2024, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, presented the federal budget. While there are no changes to federal personal or corporate tax rates, the budget introduces: An increase in the portion of capital gains...