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Episodes
23 episodes
Big Bang Tax Reform with Dr. Jack Mintz
Don’t you think it’s time for a major tax reform to remove economically damaging high marginal tax rates on middle and upper income earners? Raise your awareness about the powerful tax policies that could raise your standards of living.&n...
The Capital Gains Tax Incentive
Building personal wealth allows people to better manage financial risks, pursue career opportunities and achieve a higher standard of living. Investing to earn capital gains can accelerate the process. Catch the Real Tax News about ...
Tax Filing is Really About Retirement Readiness
It’s complex; tax filing that is. But it’s the ticket to your retirement readiness. From 18 to 78 and beyond. Learn how to pay it forward: strong starts in investing is about taking back the power to build your after tax wealth in ...
Real Tax News - Episode 20 - Off Season Dates with the Tax Man
In this week's episode we discuss:Deadlines and Dates with CRA Post April 30 New Tax Benefit Year Starts July 1 Do You Need to File a TFSA Return? Back to School on the RESP Are You Missing...
Real Tax News - Episode 19 - Lost Tax Records, Natural Disasters and Model Tax Filers
In this week's episode we discuss:What to do if your Tax Records are Lost Why Signing Up for MyAccount with CRA is so important Take Back What is Yours: Recover Forgotten Money at CRA Trave...
Real Tax News - Episode 18 - Elbows Up for Canada’s Small Business Owners
In this week's episode we discuss:Why Canada’s SMEs are in a FunkCanada’s High Compliance Rates with CRAOpen for Business – A Big Opportunity, A New Way of ThinkingMobility: A New Strategy for Labor,...
Real Tax News - Episode #17 - The Global Economy – Pivots at a Precarious Moment
In this week's episode:Growth Forecast – The News is StarkThe Deficit Drag – On Economic Growth, PocketbooksWhy Spur Revenue Growth: Minimize Unemployment, Increase Income and WealthThe Pivots: Interprovincial ...
Real Tax News - Episode #16 - Get Your Tax Ticket: Canadian Dental Care Plan and More
In this week's episode we discuss:Get Your Tax Ticket: The New Canadian Dental Care Plan and MoreGet Your Ticket: File a Tax ReturnWho Qualifies for the New Canadian Dental Care Plan?What does an RRSP have to do with...
Real Tax News - Episode #15 - Tax Twists: Sin Taxes, Barter Income and Tax Credits for Family Heirlooms
In this week's episode we discuss:Is Income Earned Illegally Reportable? Sin Taxes and The Underground EconomyRefile Your Return to Avoid Gross Negligence or Tax Evasion PenaltiesGet Tax Advice: Expec...
Real Tax News - Episode #14 - Late Tax Filers Pay Millions, Government Spends Millions
In this week's episode we discuss:Late Filers Beware: heavy penalties comingHow much is the average balance due?After tax season – things you can expect from the tax departmentErrors or Omissions? Request an adjustme...
Real Tax News - Episode #13 - Leverage Tax Rebates and Refunds
In this week's episode we discuss:The Last Carbon Tax Rebate - What to do with the WindfallOptions for Reinvesting Rebates and RefundsHow Your Age and Net Income Affects Investment ChoicesGood Debt vs Bad Debt...
Real Tax News - Episode #12 - Tips and Traps in Filing Your Own Tax Return
In this week's episode we discuss:Should you file your own tax return?What are the issues to watch for when using tax software?Driving your tax software - why learning about tax filing rules is a great investment<...
Real Tax News - Episode #11 - The Link Between Elections, GDP, and Taxes
In this week's episode we discuss: Interviewing Your MPs – Pre and Post ElectionThe Link Between GDP and TaxesWhat is a Recession? Why do we need to know? How do we prepare for It?Are Canadians good at making a ...
Real Tax News - Episode #10 - Raising the Professional Bar – At CRA and Across Planning Teams
In this week's Episode:- Recent economic issues, including difficulties with CRA service levels.- Stagnant Old Age Security benefits despite inflation.- The impact of tariffs on investments. - Exploring tax reli...
Real Tax News - Episode #9 - New Tax Filing Deadlines
In this episode of Real Tax News we discuss:- The upcoming tax filing season - The growth of the tax preparation industry in Canada - The complexity of the Canadian tax system. - Carbon taxes- ...
Real Tax News - Episode #8 - GDP and Economic Growth
In this episode of Real Tax News:- Evelyn Jacks explains the importance of economic growth in Canada. - What is GDP and why does it matter? - Why isn't economic growth highlighted more in our mainstream media and ...
Real Tax News - Episode #7 - Capital Gains Chaos is Back
In this episode, we discuss:- Canadian Tax Policy Updates- Tax Filing Season Chaos Continues- Bank of Canada's Interest Rate Decision- Projected 70 Billion Dollars Impact- Election Transparency Sig...
Real Tax News - Episode #6 - Tariffs and Taxes: What Matters is What You Keep
In uncertain tax and economic times like these, what decisions do Canadians have to make about their finances? What can be done to shore up threats to income and wealth accumulations? What should be done and by whom? What matters? <...
Real Tax News - Episode #5 - Filing 2024 Tax Returns
In this week's episode we discuss:- Important Tax Filing Deadlines- Reviewing T4 Slips: Why Filing Too Early Can Result in Penalties- Who Should Be Paying Quarterly Tax Instalments?- Maximizing RRSP, TFSA, FHSA Inves...
Real Tax News - Episode #4 - Use Your Power: Pre-Budget Consultations
In this week's episode, we discuss:- Federal government's budget consultation process.- How can we access these consultations?- What should we expect from our government?- What options do seniors or those with disabi...
Real Tax News - Episode #3 - Begin Your Wealth Journey
This week on Real Tax News find out Why filing a tax return can be the most important financial transaction of the year for some families, How to begin your wealth journey with your tax refund Bonus:...
Real Tax News - Episode #2 - Canada Carbon Rebate Confusion for Small Biz
Is it taxable or not? Find out why CRA says yes – even though the Finance Minister said no. PLUS – Understanding the Burden of Proof. In this week's episode we discuss Capital Gains taxes in Canada and the latest changes...
