No More Sworn Testimony, But Audits Are Still Stress Inducing
“That” Phrase: it’s one no taxpayer wants to hear – digitally or otherwise. “You’re being audited.” If you’ve had to deliver that news you’ll know that the reaction can range from indignity to shock to panic. Based on the latest piece of legislation before Parliament, you might have to tell more of your clients to buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. CRA will now have greater powers. Consider this:Future: Advisor-Client Privilege Extends to Tax Advice?
From the late eighteenth century to the present day, solicitor-client privilege has been a topic fraught with varying levels of uncertainty, justification, and support.
Seniors Have Option to Defer OAS Pensions for Up to Five Years
Seniors have the option to defer starting their OAS pensions for up to five years (i.e. starting at age 70 rather than 65).
Understanding Synthetic Dispositions – Indebtedness in Exchanges of Property
We continue our Synthetic Dispositions series this week with a look at indebtedness in exchanges of property.
Surrey Man Jailed for Tax Fraud
How would you help the victims of this tax crime?
Grow Wealth Using Eight Important Steps
Allowing too much erosion up front (before investing and along the way reduces the opportunity to accumulate, grow, preserve, and transition wealth and cripples the power of compounding.
DAC 2013: Dr. Jack Mintz – Uncertainty, Taxes & Inflation:The Potential for Significant Reforms
If uncertainty is king in 2013, how do tax and financial advisors collaborate to help clients understand the effect of today’s investment decisions?
