KBR Halloween and Taxes – Both are Scary!

Halloween is a night for spooky things. Some adults would say, it’s a bit like the tax filing deadline. There are few things that can terrify even the bravest of us as much. When a new client comes to your door, keep this in mind. You have the potential to turn terror into, well fun. It’s true! Think about it. . .

Line Up Your CE For the Year with a CE Summit Multi-Event Pass!

As the key eroders of wealth – taxes, inflation and fees – are about to take a bigger bite out of Canadian’s balance sheets…as Real Estate Ownership comes under the CRA microscope. There’s a big opportunity for you to help! You’re invited to learn more at the September 20 Virtual CE Summit on Audit Defence: Managing Tax Risk for Real Estate Owners with Evelyn Jacks, DMA™, RWM™, MFA-P™ AND Alan Rowell, RWM™, MFA™, DFA-Tax Services Specialist™.  Register now and select this event as part of your CE Summit event pass: available as a duo, trio or quad of events, you’ll line up your CE for the year and save on tuition!

Need IIROC Credits Before Year End?

Looking for IIROC credits before year-end? Knowledge Bureau is pleased to offer three educational program options The Real Wealth Manager™ Designation, the MFA-P™ and the Certificate Course Navigating Privacy Issues.  These Practice Management programs can be taken anytime, 24/7 online in the convenience of your home or office.  Check out the program guides:

Train for Tax Season 2024: Add DMA™ to Your Specialized Credentials!

Now is the time to get ready for tax season 2024 by adding Distinguished Master Advisor (DMA™) to your own Specialized Credentials, or expand the talent in your office to grow your firm. Choose from 3 recommended Designation Programs, and as a special bonus when you register by September 15, you can come to the September 20 Virtual CE Summit on Real Estate Audit Defence free!

More Things to Do at DAC 2023!

Looking for other ways to mix and mingle with DAC attendees, trade best practices, and have some serious fun in Banff? Check out these additional activities and sign up soon through the DAC Interactive Agenda, as spaces are limited! If you haven’t secured your seat out the conference, be sure to do so by the September 30 early-bird deadline for best tuition rates!

Distinguished Advisors and Speakers Headline the 20th Anniversary Distinguished Advisor Conference

Evelyn Jacks, President of Knowledge Bureau, is delighted to announce the headliners who will grace the prestigious stage at the Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC), November 12 to 14 at the spectacular Banff Springs Hotel.  This includes the outstanding MCs - two New Advisor of the Year Award winners – and a powerhouse of tax, investment, insurance, retirement and estate luminaries over the two day event.

CE Summits September: What Matters is What You Keep

What matters is what you keep.  There is no doubt your clients are interested in knowing how to inflation-proof and recession-proof their wealth and navigate successfully through emerging risks from the CRA.  To accomplish the former, advisors must have broader knowledge in tax on upcoming tax changes and how astute investment planning in a very new economic environment can help clients maximize after-tax income and reduce capital erosion.  This year, real estate tax changes are in focus. 
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe SimpleFile, CRA’s newly revamped automated tax system, will help more Canadians access tax benefits and comply with the tax system?

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    7.58%
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