Common-law

A couple discusses declaring themselves common-law on their next tax return

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Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?

Changing your status to common-law has an impact on your tax return and government benefits. Here’s how to know...

Should you claim your common-law partner on your taxes?
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Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances

Stats show that many high-performing women leave money decisions to their partners—why is that?

Women and money: Taking control of your personal finances

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Are spousal and child support payments taxable?

Spousal and child support payments are taxed differently. And lump-sum payments may come with their own tax implications.

Are spousal and child support payments taxable?

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How to split the mortgage

Take a big step back and talk about what you want for the future—both as individuals and as...

How to split the mortgage

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Income tax filing and common law partners

Your partner’s failure to file his returns can affect you too.

Income tax filing and common law partners

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Common-law splits: Who gets what

Common-law spouses don't have a right to division of property

Common-law splits: Who gets what

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Romantic roommates at tax time

Living with a partner and unsure what the tax implications are?

Romantic roommates at tax time

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Love costs

See what Canadians are spending on their loved ones this Valentine's Day.

Love costs

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