Should you take extra RRIF withdrawals to increase your estate?
Contrary to the conventional advice, taking more than the minimum RRIF withdrawal can at times save tax on your...
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Estate planning for singles—is a trust company the answer?
Canadians with no children or siblings must consider estate planning alternatives. Here’s why trust companies can be a good...
How to pay yourself as a power of attorney in Ontario
Should you be paid as a power of attorney? Learn about the compensation rules in Ontario and how to...
Do I need a tax lawyer to prepare my estate?
Wondering whether your estate planner knows the latest tax laws? Do you need a tax lawyer too? Discover three...
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What happens to a RRIF when the account owner dies?
Find out if a RRIF goes to the beneficiaries or spouse when the holder of this registered account passes...
Tax implications of adding a child’s name to your rental property
To fully understand the potential tax outcomes, consider legal versus beneficial ownership, the capital gains inclusion rate, changes to...
Why these authors want you to spend your money and die with $0 saved
According to the book Die with Zero, we should all run out of money just as we run out...
When and how to transfer an RESP for grandchildren
Grandparents, relatives and even family friends can open an RESP account. What should they consider from an estate planning...
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“We’re set for life. Should we cash out an RRSP?”
The cost/benefit analysis of liquidating an RRSP can get complex fast. What matters more are your priorities.