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What To Do When The CRA Reviews Your 2019 Tax Return

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 30, 2020 11:31:00 AM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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Most taxpayers are now filing their tax returns online. While this is convenient for taxpayers it means that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) doesn’t receive the paperwork to back up the returns being filed. 

For this reason, the CRA conducts post-assessment review to verify the validity of returns, offset risks and catch any mistakes, whether accidental or purposeful.

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Midyear Tax Checkup

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 28, 2020 11:26:00 AM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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Most Canadian taxpayers will have filed their 2019 income taxes by now, and likely received the Notice of Assessment which summarizes their tax situation for the year. 

At this point in time, you have made half of your years’ worth of payments toward your income taxes for 2020 through deductions taken at source from each of your paycheques. In addition, you’ll have incurred 6 months’ worth of expenses, some of which will result in tax credits, benefits and deductions that can offset your tax owing come the next tax filing season. 

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What Happens After You File A Tax Return?

[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 22, 2020 12:31:31 PM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions, Education

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This year was out of the ordinary when it came to filing taxes. But although taxes did not need to be filed until June 1, many things are still the same. Including what happens once your return is filed. 

After you file your tax return, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will review your return and send you a Notice of Assessment (NOA). 

In most situations, nothing will have changed. The NOA will match what you filed on your tax return. But there are some instances where adjustments will be made. 

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Everything You Need to Know About RRSPs As A Tax Planning Tool

[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 26, 2020 4:26:48 PM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contributions - the one tax planning strategy you have left in your toolbox to ensure you make the most of your 2019 income tax return.

You see, when you contribute to your RRSP, you can reduce your taxable income by the amount of the contributions made, reducing your tax owing. Unlike other tax planning tools, however, contributions made until March of this year can be applied to last year’s tax return (except for those who turned 71, which is discussed below).

To help you make the most of your RRSP contributions, here are some important considerations for the 2019 and 2020 tax years.

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How to Optimize Your 2019 Tax Return by Maximizing Existing Credits

[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 21, 2020 11:00:00 AM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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It’s that time of year when you should be considering last minute steps to optimize your 2019 income tax return before the April 30, 2020, deadline (June 15 for self-employed individuals).

To help you on your way, Koroll & Company has listed some common tax credits and tips on how to maximize their effect on your tax owing.

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How to Take Advantage of New Tax Credits in Ontario This Tax Season

[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 20, 2020 11:42:17 AM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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Each year, the government adjusts existing tax credits and introduces new ones. These new introductions help taxpayers minimize their tax obligations and decrease the burden of necessary expenses, while also encouraging people (and businesses) to make a difference.

This year, there are four newly introduced tax credits and strategies for individuals and businesses to be aware of:

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6 Common Non-Refundable Tax Credits for Canadian Taxpayers

[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 30, 2020 4:08:51 PM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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Unlike tax deductions that reduce your taxable income, tax credits reduce your tax owing (your taxable income multiplied by the applicable tax rate).

Non-refundable tax credits are tax credits that can only be used to reduce your tax owing to $0. If there are still credits remaining once your tax owing equals $0, you will not be refunded the remaining amount.

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What are the 2020 Tax Deadlines and Penalties for Canadians?

[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 30, 2020 11:00:00 AM / by Allen Koroll posted in Tax Deductions

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2020 is here, which means it is time to finalize your 2019 taxes and start planning for 2020. As with every new year, 2020 has its own set of payment and filing deadlines that every Canadian taxpayer needs to know about.

Below is a listing of significant dates and any important information that you will want to make note of.

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