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Introduction to Personal Tax in Canada – Part I
(Updated with current content from our original post on March 10, 2020) Despite the recent push towards the promotion of financial literacy education in Primary ...
Understanding Capital Structure: Part 2
In Part 1 of this blog series, we outlined the two components of capital structure - debt and equity - as well as the advantages ...
Understanding Capital Structure: Part 1
Decisions, decisions…When a company decides how to finance their operations and future growth, the options ultimately boil down to either debt or equity. Companies can ...
2024 Federal Budget: Impact on Valuations
Recently, there has been considerable buzz about the changes announced alongside the 2024 Federal Budget on April 16th, particularly the increase in the capital gains ...
Free and Clear? Understanding Contingent Disposition Costs
(Originally Posted January 15, 2019) It is often said, ‘slow and steady wins the race’. After years of saving, it isn’t unusual for one to ...
Factors Impacting Minority Discounts
Originally posted November 9, 2021 In a previous blog To Discount or Not to Discount – That is the Question, we introduced minority discounts in ...
To Discount or Not to Discount – That is the Question
Originally posted on October 12, 2021 Time and time again, valuators are faced with the question of whether a minority discount should be applied when ...
Money Now vs. Money Later – Time Value of Money
Previously posted on September 28, 2021 Would you rather receive $10,000 today or a year from now? The answer seems pretty obvious – almost everybody ...
Understanding Accounting Concepts: Current Ratio
What are ratios? Why are they such an important tool used by Chartered Business Valuators to assist them in calculating the value of a business ...
Foreign Income for Support: Key Considerations
Previously posted May 11, 2021 Navigating the complexities of calculating income for child and spousal support purposes in Canada can be a daunting task, particularly ...
Information Request FAQ – Part 2: Corporate and Other Relevant Documents for Valuation Engagements
In Part 1 of this blog series, we outlined 8 specific financial documents required for valuation engagements. While financial documentation is often the bread and ...
How Lifestyle Analysis Can Reveal Unreported Income
Previously posted January 12, 2021 A divorce is a stressful experience and decision for everyone involved. And often times, the topic of finances adds another ...
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