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Life Insurance

Using whole life insurance for tax-free income in retirement

Borrowing against a policy’s cash value can provide tax-free income. But there are still costs involved and other factors...

Using whole life insurance for tax-free income in retirement
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Self Employment

Do I need a GST or HST number?

Even freelancers who haven’t yet hit the $30,000 earnings threshold should think about charging the goods and services tax.

Do I need a GST or HST number?

Taxes

Is the capital gains hike legally binding? What it would take to change the rules

A change to the capital gains inclusion rate takes effect on June 25. We look at the likelihood of...

Is the capital gains hike legally binding? What it would take to change the rules

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How to prepare for future changes in tax policy—including capital gains tax

What do changes to capital gains in Canada teach us about tax planning generally? And how should we approach...

How to prepare for future changes in tax policy—including capital gains tax

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Earn

“Can I use a personal credit card for business expenses?”—and other small business questions, answered

“Can I use a personal credit card for business expenses?”—and other small business questions, answered
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Taxes

Does Etsy submit your taxes?—This and more in our Canadian seller tax guide

Got a side hustle that involves crafting, vintage items or anything else you can sell on Etsy? This Canadian...

Does Etsy submit your taxes?—This and more in our Canadian seller tax guide
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Banking

The best bank accounts for side hustles in Canada

The best bank accounts for side hustles including options with no fees, unlimited transactions, rewards, high interest, and no...

The best bank accounts for side hustles in Canada
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Self Employment

How are Uber drivers and other gig workers taxed in Canada?

If you earn money as a gig worker or an independent contractor—even for just a few hours a week—here...

How are Uber drivers and other gig workers taxed in Canada?

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How are you taxed when you sell a small business?

How do you report the income from the sale of a small business? What are the tax implications? And...

How are you taxed when you sell a small business?

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