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Trade Wars: Why Income Tax Filings Matter More Now

It’s hard not to get caught up in the trade wars saga, and of course it has serious economic repercussions. In times like these, our tax system can help. The federal government has indicated three pillars of support will be enacted, details of which are to come shortly:

Own U.S. Real Property? Know What is Required for Tax Purposes

Many people have taken advantage of the real estate market drop in the U.S. and have purchased U.S. real estate for personal use or as a rental property, but many do so not realizing what owning this kind of property means from a tax perspective.

Who Are Eligible Child Care Providers?

Child care expenses are claimable on form T778 by Canadian residents for services provided by any of the following in Canada (although deemed residents may qualify as well).

Deducting Disability Support

If you are disabled and incur expenses of an attendant or other disability supports purchased to enable you to earn employment or self-employment income or to pursue education, then you can claim the costs of disability supports on Line 215 so long as the expenses were not reimbursed.

People in the News

Knowledge Bureau's faculty and authors have been busy in the media this week!

Jacks on Tax: Get More of Your Hard-Earned Money Back

With the April 30 tax deadline quickly approaching, make sure that you file the most accurate and best returns for your family unit. Get Jacks on Tax at the Knowledge Bureau bookstore and popular bookstores across Canada.

Specialize in Tax-Efficient Retirement Income Planning

Expand your business and assist baby-boomer clients in defending their retirement savings against tax erosion with the with the Advanced Tax-Efficient Retirement Income Planning course.
 
 
 
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