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Capital loss tax deductions from beyond the grave

Yvonne's recently-passed husband had capital losses. Did she maximize the claim on his final tax return?

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Do Americans have to report interest income from a TFSA on their U.S. tax return?

Short answer: yes, but there's a lot more to it. Failing to fill in the correct forms can result...

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Paying capital gains tax on a jointly-owned cottage

Do you pay when each person dies? Or when the cottage is sold?

Paying capital gains tax on a jointly-owned cottage

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How receiving CPP affects U.S. Social Security benefits

Beware the Windfall Elimination Provision

How receiving CPP affects U.S. Social Security benefits

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Reasons to tap RRSPs before age 71

Doing this makes sense for plenty of Canadians. Is it the right option for you?

Reasons to tap RRSPs before age 71
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Should you use RRSPs to pay down the mortgage?

Careful, the tax hit may be hefty if you tap your RRSP early

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Tax facts when hiring a nanny

You have different obligations depending on if your nanny is your employee or is considered self-employed

Tax facts when hiring a nanny
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Investing in Canada while living abroad

Brian is a Canadian citizen working abroad and wants to invest his $125,000 tax effectively

Investing in Canada while living abroad

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How dual residents should save for education

Whether it's an RESP in Canada or an ESP in the U.S., which account is the most tax efficient?

How dual residents should save for education

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