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Selling on eBay Can Be Taxing

Posted by taxguy 316 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: ebay tax powerseller
If you sell stuff on eBay, Craigslist, Kijiji, or in yard sales the taxman may be calling on you. read more »
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Do You Really Need To Make That Purchase?

Posted by taxguy 318 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: goals needs personal finance wants
When we made the decision to buy the RV, it was always clear that we didn’t need the trailer, but rather we wanted to spend family time together on v[...] read more »
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What is an Estate Freeze?

Posted by taxguy 323 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: business estates tax
An estate freeze is not a mid-winter funeral!If you have a business, the estate freeze is a way to fix the value of your business or investments. read more »
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The 2011 Federal Budget Highlights

Posted by taxguy 325 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: budget government s tax credits taxes
There are a few minor tax credit available, enhancements to GIS, and some tax loopholes have been closed. The most significant changes is the $600 pe[...] read more »
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Married & Filing Jointly In Canada

Posted by taxguy 326 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: canada law married tax
The income tax system in Canada requires that every individual file their own income tax return and report only their own income. read more »
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How To Report RRSP’s On Your Taxes

Posted by taxguy 332 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: rrsp tax tax return schedules
I get a LOT of questions about how to report RRSP contributions, RRSP deductions, transfers to the HBP or LLP, and transfers from an RPP on the incom[...] read more »
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7 Things Every Investor Should Know

Posted by taxguy 332 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: investing investment stocks
Whether you’re just starting out or have invested for years, having a process to get you started is always important. read more »
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Moving Your IRA or 401(k) to Canada

Posted by taxguy 334 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: ira retirement rrsp taxes
If you have lived or worked in the U.S., you may have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or 401k plan. Leaving these accounts in the U.S. can be [...] read more »
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Canadian Mortgage Calculator

Posted by taxguy 415 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: debt home house mortgage savings
The best Canadian mortgage calculator around! read more »
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Four Quick Ways to Increase Household Net Worth

Posted by taxguy 415 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: debt investing savings taxes worth
Measuring your net worth (what you own less what you owe) is a key measure of your financial health and progress towards your goals. Along with your [...] read more »
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Ask The Readers: HBP Without An RRSP?

Posted by taxguy 749 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Personal Finance | Tags: home rrsp hbp ownership
Does it make sense to do an RRSP loan to fund the down payment on a house. Share your thoughts and contribute to the conversation. read more »
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Get Ready To File Your Income Taxes

Posted by taxguy 760 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: tax file quicktax
Its time to get organized for income tax filing season. Chose how you are going to file and get your slips together. read more »
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RRSP Contribution After Age 71?

Posted by taxguy 779 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: retirement rrsp
My husband turned 71 this year (2009). He has done his RRSP for 2009 and all investments are now RIF’d. Have been advised by banker that he could tak[...] read more »
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U.S. Citizens With A TFSA

Posted by taxguy 780 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: canada tax tfsa
If you are a U.S. citizen living in Canada and you opened a TFSA this year, you may be a little surprised to get a 1099 tax form. read more »
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Looking To Start A business?

Posted by taxguy 829 days ago (http://blog.taxresource.ca)
Category: Business | Tags: business links new
I've prepared a list of federal and provincial government programs for small businesses. Help build the list by contributing! read more »
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