11 steps to take if you’re turning 65 this year
Are you turning 65 this year? Congrats! You’ve hit a major milestone. To make sure this year and the many years that follow are amazing, you need to take these smart steps on Social Security, […]
3 simple payroll tips to make your life easier
For new and even experienced entrepreneurs, the process of managing payroll can feel like a complicated jigsaw. Even if you run a small business, you still need to follow the same laws as larger corporate entities that […]
Tax season 2020: 7 things parents need to know
Looking back even a year can be a real “whoa” moment when you’re a parent. It’s only been a year since my baby was that tiny? Whether your kids’ current milestones include first steps, loose teeth or […]
How many tax allowances can I take?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 altered how many tax allowances you should take for every year since it became law and it certainly has for 2020. Tax allowances are approximate estimates of reductions in […]
6 business policies you should put in writing (and why)
One way to keep your business financially sound is to do all you can to mitigate risks. You can protect your business by putting certain policies in writing. Here are six policies that every small-business […]
9 tips for selling your home in 2020
If selling your home is on your to-do list this year, you’ll have a lot of decisions to make. Your success relies on several factors, and small details can make the difference between selling quickly […]
Here’s how the mortgage interest tax deduction works
One of the main mortgage tax benefits of homeownership is the mortgage interest deduction. When you deduct the interest paid on your mortgage, you reduce your taxable income by that amount. Here’s what to know […]
5 ways to save time by automating your small business
When you run a small business, it’s easy to become time strapped because you have to wear so many hats. But it’s now possible to automate some of the more mundane tasks with specialized software, […]
The Canadian employer’s guide to year-end payroll and filing T4s
Canadian employers know that, in addition to holiday parties, the end of the year brings a little song and dance called “year-end.” Not sure what that entails? Read on to find out. At the end of […]
Here’s how to settle credit card debt without going to court
The best defense against being sued for credit card debt is, of course, to pay your debts before that happens. That doesn’t necessarily mean paying them in full or right away. But even if you’ve […]