How to Use Bill C-208 to Transfer Farm Assets Tax-Free

Bill C-208 Part 2

Bill C208 has introduced new flexibility for Canadian family business owners, especially those in agriculture. One powerful result is the ability to use a parent’s capital gains exemption while they are still alive, while also withdrawing cash from a corporation in a tax-efficient way. Let’s walk through a simplified example to show how this works […]

Why Dividends Don’t Actually Make You Richer

Dividends Don't Add Value

Many investors and financial advisors focus on dividend-paying companies. At first glance, it sounds appealing. You receive regular income, no matter what the market does. But when you take a closer look, dividends may not be as valuable as they seem. Dividends do not actually increase your investment’s value. This may be surprising if you […]