by Arif Kanji, CFP, CLU | Dec 20, 2023 | Financial Planning, Investing
The thought of saving for a house can seem like a daunting challenge in today’s economy, but a first home savings account (FHSA) may be able to help you save one. An FHSA is designed to help prospective first-time home buyers save money for their first home, tax-free...
by Arif Kanji, CFP, CLU | Oct 18, 2023 | Financial Planning, Taxes
Taxes can be confusing and stressful. But it’s important to have a smart tax strategy to minimize your tax liability and maximize your returns, whether you’re an individual or a business owner. Some ways that you can optimize your tax strategy include:...
by Arif Kanji, CFP, CLU | Jun 15, 2023 | Financial Planning, Retirement Planning
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to financial planning for your retirement. But an insured retirement plan can make a great addition to your overall financial plan in many cases. This, combined with contributing as much as you can to tax-free savings plans...
by Arif Kanji, CFP, CLU | Apr 18, 2023 | Financial Planning, Taxes
Spring has come, meaning it’s time to file your taxes. After a long year of investing, it’s worth putting in extra effort to maximize your tax return. Understanding the Canadian tax code can take some time. An experienced financial team can help, but you can also...
by Arif Kanji, CFP, CLU | Mar 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
On Tuesday March 28th, Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance delivered a 250-page budget titled “A Made-in-Canada Plan”. This outlined the governing Liberals’ fiscal plans to the House of Commons. The highlights include: $46...
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