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Capital gains, taxes and more: The implications of inheriting real estate

There are tax, estate and other implications when inheriting real estate, even from family.

Capital gains, taxes and more: The implications of inheriting real estate
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How much are withholding taxes on RRSPs and RRIFs?

Anne wants to take extra RRIF withdrawals beyond her annual minimum amount and is worried about the tax implications.

How much are withholding taxes on RRSPs and RRIFs?
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Should you borrow to invest with the Smith Manoeuvre?

Warren is trying to crunch the numbers on borrowing to invest using a strategy often referred to as the...

Should you borrow to invest with the Smith Manoeuvre?
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The tax implications of owning multiple properties during probate

When a spouse passes away, what are the tax, probate and mortgage implications for multiple properties?

The tax implications of owning multiple properties during probate
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Should you loan money to someone who is house rich and cash poor?

Loaning money to someone who is house rich and cash poor requires some consideration. Even when it involves family....

Should you loan money to someone who is house rich and cash poor?
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The tax implications of transferring a stock between spouses

Joe wants to transfer his 50% ownership of a stock he owns jointly with his wife to her. He...

The tax implications of transferring a stock between spouses
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Buying a home after divorce

During a divorce, one or both spouses may move into new homes. A MoneySense reader has a question about...

Buying a home after divorce
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How do quarterly income tax installments work?

Explore how tax installments work, how to best plan to paying them on time, and what happens if you...

How do quarterly income tax installments work?
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Converting a segregated fund to a RRIF

If you hold a segregated fund and want to convert it to a registered retirement income fund, this is...

Converting a segregated fund to a RRIF