Should you buy real estate through a corporation?
It can make sense to purchase rental or vacation properties through a corporation, but often it's simpler—and less risky...
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Co-ownership: Are there any tax implications if you sell part of your house to a relative?
A finance expert addresses capital gains taxes, possible tax credits, and other factors related to co-ownership of a home.
What are the fees for becoming a joint tenant on a parent’s property?
In becoming a joint tenant, what are the costs associated with it? What impact would a death have on...
Capital gains on subdivided land, and HST on vacant land
For property that you can subdivide, you can sell some of the land and build a house on the...
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Principal residence exemption: Would a senior get a tax credit for selling their house if they move out?
Sometimes, seniors must move out of their home. What are the tax implications of selling the home? Does principal...
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Joint tenancy vs tenancy in common in Canada: Changing ownership of assets for married and common-law partners
The tax implications of changing land owned jointly as tenants in common to joint tenancy with right of survivorship...
Questions about real estate, family, finances and more
Three situations: Renovating a cottage to build an inheritance, adding names to a property and understanding capital gains. And...