Doug Higgins, CFP
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional
The need for income for the long run, the exhausting effect of inflation, the worry of potential medical or long-term care, and retirement costs may now haunt you.
Read moreAs the children get older and move out on their own, and your mortgage and other debts are nearly paid off, the need for life insurance capital designed to replace income for dependents decreases. You May Still Need Some Life …
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Updated for 2026 What are some differences between a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)? The tax benefits of the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) The TFSA is a registered savings account that allows Canadian taxpayers …
Read moreThe Tax Free Saving Account (TFSA) can also provide Canadians with short-term protection as a vehicle in which they can build an emergency cash fund. Money can both accumulate and be withdrawn tax free. So if your transmission suddenly stops, or your water tank goes, or your income tax bill is higher than expected, a TFSA can provide funds necessary to cover these short term financial emergencies.
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Start-up firms and smaller companies are especially vulnerable to potentially devastating financial risk because they often lack big company sophistication and in-house risk-control expertise. We will help you gain control of your financial risk.
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Life insurance provides a tax-free death benefit and is a necessary component of most financial plans. Let’s look at the Top Insights on using life insurance to protect our assets and build wealth. Types Of Life Insurance Term Insurance: Term …
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Canadian Individual Tax Checklist This checklist is for organizational purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional tax advice. Always consult with a qualified Canadian tax professional (e.g., a CPA) to ensure you meet all your specific tax …
Read moreCanadian Business Tax Checklist (T2 / Self-Employed) The checklist for businesses depends on the entity type (Sole Proprietor, Partnership, or Corporation) and its fiscal year-end (FYE). 1. Key Deadlines & General Review Entity Type Tax Payment Due T2/T1 Filing Deadline …
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Estate planning is a process that allows one to determine how their assets will be distributed upon death. As we prepare to pass our lifetime assets to our heirs, there are key components of an estate plan that should be given careful consideration.
Read moreTax Planning is Legal: Canadians can legally arrange finances to minimize income tax. Tax Issues to consider: RRIF Withdrawals: Increases your tax burden and may result in an Old Age Security (OAS) clawback. Provincial Tax Rate: Living in a high-tax-rate …
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