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The Gateway:  Maximizing the Impact of the Disability Tax Credit

In addition to reducing income tax through a non-refundable credit, the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) serves as a gateway to a wide range of additional tax benefits and government programs. Eligibility for the DTC can unlock enhanced credits, financial supplements, and long-term savings opportunities that go well beyond the tax return. Understanding how the DTC connects to these broader supports is essential for maximizing financial stability—both for individuals living with disabilities and the family members who support them.  Unfortunately, many taxpayers miss this credit and their tax and financial advisors can certainly help when this happens.

Do Your Clients Know How Much “Real Money” They Can Spend?

Help your clients better plan their spending for the “must haves” with the Cash Flow Calculator. Map out discretionary spending and saving money more purposefully in the right accounts for emergencies and future wants like security in retirement or the best education for the kids.

Have You Ever Seen an Armadillo Race?

Join us in the beautiful Texas Hills for the Distinguished Advisor Conference, November 9-12, 2014. Network and learn with top wealth advisors and outstanding speakers. Experience education differently at DAC!

Filing Deadline Extended, Questions Remain

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced a May 5 tax filing deadline extension and an arrest has been made in the "Heartbleed Bug" matter.

Canada’s Taste for Wine is Increasing

Canadians have become real red wine connoisseurs, but we still like our home grown beer, too. According to Statistics Canada, alcohol sales throughout the country in 2013 rose 2.2% from 2012, but a change in what Canadians are buying at the liquor store is noticeable.

CRA Error Doesn’t Help Taxpayer on Reassessment

When the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) errs, can they correct, reassess and require payment even if this is unfair? Apparently yes, based on a recent court case.

Evelyn Jacks: Rest in Peace, Mr. Flaherty

Canada is devastated at the loss of its great Finance Minister, Jim Flaherty, who few would argue was a truly wonderful soul.
 
 
 
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
    12 votes
    10.81%
  • No
    99 votes
    89.19%