Congratulations to Mr James Christian Ho on passing your CPA finals. We look forward to a bright future with you in our firm. All the very best. Read moreX
When creating a will, there is more to consider than simply what goes to whom. After you are gone and passed, someone will be responsible for executing your will. Although you will not be around for the aftermath of dealing with your estate, you want to make sure you appoint the right person for the job - and choosing that individual can be a stressful and confusing endeavor. What is an Executor? An executor is the person responsible for following through on your will after you have died. This individual is in charge of sorting out your finances, making sure ...Read More
In 2009, Canada introduced a unique way for Canadians to invest and save money - tax free! Known as a TFSA, the Tax Free Savings Account is a flexible and simple way to grow a savings account. What can you save for? Basically, anything you can think of: What is a TFSA? A TFSA is a tax free savings account available to Canadians who are 18 years of age or older. As its name suggests, TFSAs are completely tax free. This means that savings are placed into an eligible investment and grow tax free. All interests, dividends and capital gains ...Read More
Even though nonprofit organizations do not focus on generating an income, it is still important to have proper bookkeeping habits to ensure the organization’s success. Understanding tax implications, as well as properly recording and tracking financial data, will help you to run a successful nonprofit. This will enable you to meet your goals and supports your cause. What is a Nonprofit? A nonprofit is an organization that focuses on furthering a social cause or shared goal. They do so by using its surplus of revenue to aid these causes and goals instead of distributing its income to shareholders, leaders or ...Read More
Turning 65 is a significant milestone in every Canadian’s life. With the changes in health and lifestyle also comes changes in financial income and taxes. Understanding what these changes are and how to prepare for them is important in ensuring your taxes are done properly and without error. Liu & Associates is here to help you understand exactly what changes tax-wise when you reach the age of 65. What Changes After 65? Once you turn 65, you are eligible for more tax benefits than younger taxpayers. These include a claimable age amount, pension income amount, medical expenses and other federal ...Read More
The Canadian government encourages its population to give generously by offering a Charitable Donations Tax Credit (CDTC). This tax credit is in existence for those who donate to registered charities. A donation is anything considered to be a gift in which nothing is given in return. These include money, assets or objects of value. The CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) allows all Canadians to claim up to 29% of all donated amounts. Depending on your province of residence, you may be eligible for up to an additional 24% of all donated amounts. The CDTC is a non-refundable tax credit. This means ...Read More
Small businesses are taking the world by storm as more and more people opt to work for themselves and create their own legacy. With growing businesses come growing pains and many small business owners are prone to making many mistakes - especially when it comes to taxes. If you are a small business owner, or are thinking about starting your own business, avoid the hassle of tax-time headaches by avoiding these common mistakes: 1 Not Keeping Receipts If the CRA sees any amounts on your claim that seem a bit too high or suspicious, they are entitled to perform an ...Read More
Owing money to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is not like owing money to any other debt or creditor. The CRA and its Collections Department is empowered by laws to collect on your debt. This means they negotiate differently than other creditors - they have the means to be more aggressive when working out a payment plan. Each year after you file your taxes, the CRA sends a Notice of Assessment detailing the information of your return. If you owe money on that return, you have 30 days from the time of the assessment to pay the amount owing. The ...Read More
If you use your vehicle for any reason related to employment and work, you may be missing out on vehicle expense deductions you can claim when you file your taxes. While it may not be possible to claim the entirety of your vehicle, there are certain factors you can consider to see if your vehicle expenses are eligible for tax deductions. Are my vehicle expenses tax deductible? Some vehicle expenses are tax deductible in Canada as long as you meet certain requirements. Either you must use your own personal vehicle for employment-related purposes or be responsible for expenses related to ...Read More
In some countries, inheritance taxes are imposed upon an amount inherited by a person from someone who has died. That person is responsible for paying tax on whatever they receive. Fortunately for us in Canada, inheritance taxes do not exist when it comes to receiving an inheritance from a loved one. Instead, the estate of the deceased pays the taxes before any money or value is transferred to the beneficiary. This means that, in the end, the beneficiary should not have to worry about taxes. While this may reduce the initial value of the estate, it certainly provides peace of ...Read More
Whether you owe money to the government, or are expected a refund on your taxes, it can be too late to file your taxes. The deadline for filing taxes in Canada is April 30th. If that date falls on the weekend it is then moved to the next business day. While you can file your taxes any time throughout the year, there are certain consequences for filing late. These consequences depend entirely on whether or not you owe taxes to the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) or if the CRA owes you a refund. Either way, filing late can cause serious ...Read More
