by adminaccountantcpa | Nov 11, 2020 | Retirement Saving
The purpose of a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is to provide a means to save for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Usually, withdrawing from an RRSP before retirement is not recommended. This is because the funds which are withdrawn cannot be...
by adminaccountantcpa | Feb 21, 2020 | Retirement Saving
Here are the basic rules which govern investments in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan. 1. Deduction Limits Your deduction limit will be available on your Notice of Assessment provided by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) after you’ve filed your annual tax return....
by adminaccountantcpa | Dec 6, 2019 | Retirement Saving
Getting right into it. What is an RRSP? A Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) is a government sanctioned investment plan designed to help a taxpayer save for retirement by making contributions that are tax deductible. This means that you can contribute to an RRSP...
by adminaccountantcpa | Mar 27, 2019 | Tax Information
Here is a summary of some of the changes announced in the Federal Budget which was presented on March 19, 2019. 1. Interest Rates and Repayments for Canadian Student Loans In 2019-2020, the interest rate on Canada Student Loans will be lowered to Prime while the fixed...
by adminaccountantcpa | Mar 14, 2019 | Retirement Saving
Previously the Old Age Security (OAS) benefits were automatically paid to eligible recipients when they reached 65 years of age. In 2013 the government gave recipients the option of deferring these payments for up to 5 years. This results in an increase in the monthly...