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How to Invest $500K for Monthly Income in Canada

Surcon Mahoney Wealth Management

Learn 8 modern strategies to invest $500K for monthly income in Canada. From REITs paying 6%+ to covered call ETFs yielding 10%, discover tax-efficient ways to generate $2,000-$5,000 monthly from your investments....

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How to Pay Yourself Dividends from Your Corporation in Canada

Surcon Mahoney Wealth Management

Learn how to pay yourself dividends from your corporation in Canada. Step-by-step guide covers tax implications, T5 slips, and salary vs dividend strategies....

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The Truth About Inherited Property and Capital Gains Tax

Surcon Mahoney Wealth Management

What happens to capital gains tax when you inherit property in Canada? Learn the stepped-up basis advantage, estate tax timing, and strategies to save thousands....

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Is a GIC a Good Investment in 2025?

Scott Kok

Are GICs a good investment in 2025? Discover the pros and cons of Guaranteed Investment Certificates in today’s market—rates, risks, tax implications, and smarter alternatives...

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Do You Need a Financial Advisor in Canada?

Scott Kok

Unsure if you need a financial advisor in Canada? Learn the signs that it’s time to get help, what advisors actually do, the costs to expect, and when DIY or robo-advisors may be enough....

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Federal government prorogues Parliament – Tax implications

With the announcement by Justin Trudeau earlier this week to resign as Prime Minister, the Federal government will prorogue Parliament until March 24, 2025....

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Government of Canada releases 2024 Fall Economic Statement

On December 16, 2024, the Federal government released a fiscal update in its 2024 Fall Economic Statement (FES), which introduces a number of affordability and housing measures....

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5 financial areas to focus on this winter

Winter is a great time to recharge. But with many people’s attention turning toward rest and relaxation in warmer climates or on making getaway plans for later in the year, it’s still important to remember that growing your wealth doesn’t take......

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Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption demystified: Strategies for maximizing your gains

It’s no secret that most business owners could spend more time thinking about succession and tax planning, but there’s a $1.25-million reason to think about it – and that figure will continue to rise....

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A Beginner’s Guide to Bitcoin

Learn everything you need to know about Bitcoin with this easy-to-understand beginner's guide. Discover how Bitcoin works, why it’s so important, and how to get started with cryptocurrency today....

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Consider tax-loss selling in your year-end planning

Before the end of the year, it is a good idea to review your investment portfolio and consider engaging in a tax-loss selling strategy....

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Five things to know about donor-advised funds as we head into the giving season

As leaves descend from the trees in earnest, a new season is upon us – no, not fall, but rather what’s known as “the giving season,” which is highlighted by National Philanthropy Day on November 15, and Giving Tuesday on December 3....

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Next Gen: 5 ways to kick-start your charitable giving

Many millennials are at an age where they’ve accumulated enough wealth or disposable income to start donating to causes near and dear to their hearts....

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Creating Your "Death Binder"

No one can foresee when they will pass away, but having a "Death Binder" will help avoid confusion and reduce the stress of loved ones during a difficult time....

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Capital Gains Tax Update: What You Need to Know Now

As outlined in our 2024 Federal Budget Review publication, Budget 2024 proposed several important new measures impacting individuals and business owners, most notably the proposed increase in the capital gains inclusion rate (i.e., the amount of a ca...

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