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Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security Changes

by 4 Corner Financial | Jan 5, 2023 | 2023, Blog, pension plan, retirees, Retirement, Uncategorized

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security have recently undergone changes that may affect when individuals begin drawing on these programs. The contribution period for CPP has been extended to age 70, and starting in 2024; individuals will have the option to...

2023 Financial Calendar

by 4 Corner Financial | Jan 1, 2023 | 2023, Blog, Financial Planning, Retirement, RRSP, Tax Free Savings Account

Welcome to our 2023 financial calendar! This calendar is designed to help you keep track of important financial dates and deadlines, such as tax filing and government benefit distribution. You can bookmark this page for easy reference or add these dates to your...

Essential tips and tricks for paying less tax and keeping more of your retirement income

by 4 Corner Financial | Nov 1, 2022 | Blog, Retirement

Essential tips and tricks for paying less tax and keeping more of your retirement incomeMost of your retirement income sources are taxable; Canadian Pension Plan (CPP), your personal pension plan (if you have one) and income from your RRIFs. However, if you’ve set up...

2021 Financial Calendar

by 4 Corner Financial | Jan 4, 2021 | 2021, Blog, personal finances, RDSP, Registered Education Savings Plan, Retirement, RRSP, tax, Tax Free Savings Account

We’ve put together a financial calendar for 2021. It contains all the dates you need to know to make the most of your government benefits and investment options. Whether you want to bookmark this or print it out and post it somewhere prominent, you’ll have everything...

Apply starting Friday for Canada Emergency Student Benefit! Help on the way for seniors.

by 4 Corner Financial | May 13, 2020 | 2020 Only, Blog, Coronavirus, Coronavirus - Retired, Coronavirus - Students, Retirement

Students can apply for $1,250 through the Canada Emergency Student Benefit starting FridayFrom canada.ca: “The Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB) provides financial support to post-secondary students, and recent post-secondary and high school...

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First Home Savings Account (FHSA): What You Need to Know June 1, 2023
Are you looking to buy your first home in Canada? The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) could help make it happen. This savings plan allows first-time home buyers to save up to $40,000 tax-free, with contributions being tax-deductible. In this article and infographic, we cover everything you need to know about FHSA, including eligibility requirements, […]
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Don’t lose all your hard-earned money to taxes May 1, 2023
It’s essential to manage your tax planning properly – both while you are living and for after your death. You want as much of your money as possible to go to your beneficiaries, not the government. Our article contains three tips to help you do that: 1. Learn how to make the most of the […]
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Tax Tips You Need To Know Before Filing Your 2022 Taxes April 3, 2023
It’ll be time to file your 2022 taxes soon, and you must take advantage of every tax credit and deduction you can! Our article covers the following: • Canada Workers Benefit. • Claiming home office expenses. • The tax deduction for zero-emissions vehicles. • Return Of Fuel Charge Proceeds To Farmers Tax Credit. • Eligible […]
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Why Life Insurance Should Be Part Of Your Estate Planning April 1, 2023
By working hard and carefully managing your money, you've set yourself up to be able to relax and enjoy yourself during your retirement years. You also need to think beyond your retirement years about what you want to do with your assets during estate planning. In addition, you need to consider your estate planning's tax […]
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Federal Budget 2023 Highlights March 29, 2023
On March 28, 2023, the Federal Government released their 2032 budget. This article highlights the following financial measures: • New transfer options associated with Bill C-208 for intergenerational transfer. • New rules for employee ownership trusts. • Changes to how the Alternative Minimum Tax is calculated. • Improvements to Registered Education Savings Plans. • Expanding […]
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