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September 2024 Poll
“Are you concerned about taxpayer rights now that the Federal Government has proposed to expand CRA powers to requests for oaths and affidavits at audit and a new Notice for Non-Compliance with significant penalties attached? Tell us why or why not!”
Asset Management: Managing Retirement Fear Factors | Douglas V. Nelson
Ever listened to Canadians on a beach in a far off land thinking about how they can continue to fund their expenses in Canada and abroad? Will they have to sell the home, the cottage or the condo in Mexico to make ends meet? Worse, will new capital gains taxes compound their cash flow problems if they do? These real life decisions would be made so much easier if their financial portfolios could provide a safe haven to cover such unexpected new risks. Join Douglas V. Nelson as he discusses these topics in a session sponsored by BCV Asset Management entitled Managing Retirement Fear Factors at the 2024 Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors November 10-12 in Montreal.
Earn a New Certificate in Lifecycle Transitions Planning
Especially for experienced financial services professionals! Earn a new Certificate in Lifecycle Transitions Planning. Choose 15 from a selection of 80 micro courses with one important focus: to help you engage more effectively in tax-efficient wealth management conversations during this period of significant – and potentially expensive – tax change in Canada. Customize your CE and your business education to scale your business to the next level of growth. Why are CE Savvy™ Micro-Course Collections the educational choice of savvy professionals? Check it out:
Canada Needs a Financial Plan
According to a July 23 publication by the Fraser Institute, we are getting poorer here in Canada and the prospects for economic growth are looking grim. This should be of concern to every Canadian concerned about their “real income” – that’s their purchasing power – and by extension - their ability to fund consumption now and for important family milestones in the future: retirements, education and homeownership. It’s grim, but there are practical suggestions for a turn around plan. Here’s a synopsis of the report.
Win Trust With New Clients: Help CRA’s Digital Requirements
It’s surprising how difficult and frustrating it can be for taxpayers to navigate their digital relationship with CRA. Figuring out how to make payments to CRA at the local bank without the right remittance forms can be a major obstacle. So can setting up My Account; a requirement to engage you and set up Represent a Client authorizations. Providing assistance with this is an important way to win the trust of a potential new “client for life”, especially when multiple accounts and filing requirements are involved. Consider the following:
No GST/HST Collection Required Psychotherapists and Counselling Therapists
Did you know that as of June 20, 2024, some psychotherapists and counselling therapists practicing are no longer required to collect the GST/HST on their services? Now, their GST/HST accounts may need to be closed. Here is what you need to know:
