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Seniors Targeted? The Tax Audits Begin

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) routinely reviews or audits tax filings, including personal, trust, corporate, and HST returns. The most common types of reviews that focus on personal tax returns include, but are not limited to, Pre-Assessment Reviews, Processing Reviews, and the Matching Program. This year there is a new focus: the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit introduced to help families better care for their elders. But claiming it, like other tax benefits, comes with a tax snare. Read on to learn more.

Non-Residents Owning U.S. Real Estate

What exactly do Canadians need to know about owning U.S. real estate?

Charity Scheme Attract New Penalties

For the 2013 and future tax years, CRA will be allowed to collect up to 50% of the taxes they think are owing as a result of your participation in the scheme, even if you decide to file a Notice of Objection.

Practice Management Expert George Hartman Talks Succession Planning at DAC

George Hartman brings his expertise on advisor business succession planning and exit strategies to the 2014 Distinguished Advisor Conference as part of Business Valuation: Succession Plans vs. Exit Strategies.

This Summer Sharpen Your Financial How-To Knowledge

Grab a book or two (or more!) this summer and expand your financial acumen. We have some great recommendations that will be satisfying reads whether you're on a road trip, at the lake, or stay-cationing at home.

Advise Your Clients on Cross Border Tax Impacts

Expand your practice and career with cross border taxation planning knowledge and cater to an affluent, multi-jurisdictional baby boomer demographic. Make Cross Border Taxation part of your summer studies. Try a free trial!

Experience Education Differently at DAC!

DAC 2014 is shaping up to be the best one yet! Don’t miss the opportunity of an incomparable educational experience in the beautiful Texas Hills as you gain perspective and insight from outstanding thought leaders in the tax and wealth advisory industries.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?

  • Yes
    18 votes
    66.67%
  • No
    9 votes
    33.33%