CDRs vs US blue-chip stocks: Which makes more sense for Canadian investors
ADRs can be attractive, but here’s a case for CDRs for Canadians—plus a warning for tax time.
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When can you claim medical expenses on your tax return
After you pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses, what should you do with the receipts? Find out if you can...
Capital gains when selling property to family
If you sell a property to a relative for a bargain price, does that mean you pay less tax...
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Should you start OAS if you are still working?
Not retired yet? Wondering about applying for Old Age Security? Here are the things to consider first.
Why the mortgage stress test isn’t the villain it was made out to be
The mortgage qualifying tool has been subject to plenty of criticism. However, with rising interest rates, it may be...
Understanding the 1994 capital gains tax election
There is a $100,000 capital gains exemption that applied until 1994. Find out if it can be used to...
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 on death and capital gains with joint tenancy
There are rules around capital gains on the sale of joint property in Canada. But how does death affect...