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Posts by Taylor Lawrence
RRSP Deadline: Bigger Than a Tax Break
Are you contributing to your RRSP because it’s strategic or because it’s February? Before you move money ahead of the March 2 deadline, make sure your contribution is building future flexibility, not just a smaller tax bill this spring.
6 Estate Planning Tips to Help Your Family
The biggest tax bill you may ever pay comes at death. Here are 6 simple estate planning moves to protect your family and create peace of mind.
What Is a Family Trust in Canada and Do You Actually Need One?
Family trusts are often recommended to business owners, but not always explained. Here’s what they are, how they work in Canada, and whether you truly need one.
The Cost of “We’ll Deal With It Later”
The more you earn, the more expensive “later” becomes. Small delays in tax planning, the strategy around how you pay yourself, and investment decisions don’t feel urgent, until they add up. Here’s why waiting to plan can quietly cost high earners tens of thousands.
Sitting on Cash in Your Corporation? Here’s What It’s Costing You
Cash sitting in your corporation might feel safe, but it could be quietly costing you through inflation, taxes, and missed opportunity. Here’s what to think about before letting it sit any longer.
The Hidden Tax Traps in Early-Stage Companies
Early growth rewards speed. But fast decisions can create tax traps that cost far more to fix later. Here’s what early-stage business owners often miss.
Why Most Financial Plans Fail: They Ignore Your Business
Most financial plans aren’t built for business owners. They’re built for people with steady paycheques and predictable income. If your plan ignores your corporation, retained earnings, tax strategy, and income variability, it may look good on paper but still feel uncertain. Here’s why business owners need a different kind of financial plan.
5 Financial Decisions That Create Freedom (& 5 That Cause Stress)
Some financial decisions create freedom. Others create stress. The difference isn’t always about the size of the move, it’s about alignment. Here are five financial decisions that consistently create flexibility for business owners, and five that quietly create pressure.