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Saving & retirement 2 min
The bank kept tax. Why is more still owing?
Understand the gross withdrawal, withholding and year-end tax before using an RRSP for an unexpected expense.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Valérie's appointment was 68 kilometres away. The return trip mattered differently.
Check one-way distance, access to local care and travel records before adding medical mileage, meals or accommodation to a claim.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
The pension arrived without a tax deduction
Estimate the tax on all retirement income, then decide whether to request deductions from CPP or OAS payments.
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Filing & corrections 2 min
The job ended. The T4 had not arrived.
Lucas checks with a former employer, gathers pay records and prepares a supported estimate instead of leaving the job off his return.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
A better TFSA rate does not require a trip through chequing
Ask for a direct TFSA transfer when changing institutions so a withdrawal and redeposit do not accidentally use contribution room.
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Homes & rentals 3 min
Hélène's walker has its own place in the tax file
Check the equipment list, the first $250 exclusion and reimbursements before claiming Quebec's independent living credit.
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