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KBR Poll: A Huge Opportunity for Tax Reforms

The Knowledge Bureau News Network was vibrant last month, especially in the Knowledge Bureau Report Poll. Over 98% of readers who answered overwhelmingly were in favor of tax reforms and they had some great comments as well. Take a look:

June Distinguished Advisor Workshop - Transition Planning: Trusts and Estates

Substantial tax reform has recently changed the rules for post-death planning for high net worth families.  

Knowledge Bureau Designate Highlight: Collette Maurice

New Liskeard, Ontario’s Collette Maurice recently completed the T1 Professional Tax Preparation – Basic course to obtain a better understanding on completing basic tax returns.

TFSA – (Perhaps Not) A Ticking Time Bomb? - Part 1

Controversy has erupted in the news this week over the potential lost government revenues 50 years from now, due to the prospect of doubling of Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) limits in the future. 

Scorned Wife Wins Over Girlfriend

Never under-estimate the blinding power of new love or the obligations to a scorned ex-wife. . .even after death. 

Overpayment and recovering of EI premiums and CPP contributions

What does an employer do if over deductions are discovered?

Thanks to January DAW Vancouver and Toronto sponsor Farber

When working with your clients, remember that you are their trusted advisors and know more about their financial affairs than their family and friends.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Does the new government’s promise, expected soon, to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs? What are alternatives in your view?

  • Yes
    6 votes
    10.34%
  • No
    52 votes
    89.66%