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Succession Planning

Changing Lanes is a quarterly newsletter designed to inform and motivate business owners contemplating a change in ownership.

Please see below for the latest edition of Changing Lanes.

Summer 2010 Issue

Previous Issues:

Spring 2010 Issue 2
Winter 2009- Issue 1

HST Newsletter for Auto Dealers

Here is a copy of our HST Newsletter that addresses some important HST issues specific to the auto dealer industry. It covers some important facts and reminders to help you through the upcoming transition.

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HST Issues for Physicians and Dentists

This one-page newsletter highlights some issues that are industry-specific to help physicians and dentists with the upcoming transition to the HST.

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General HST Reminders for Businesses

This single page newsletter provides some important reminders to help business owners with their implementation of the HST.

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RRSP Drawdown Considerations

In the May issue of Canadian MoneySaver Ross McShane, CGA, RFP discusses some of the factors that can be taken into consideration when deciding on when to withdraw funds from RRSP’s.

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Don’t Withhold the GST

In this Report on Business- Financial Management article John Wright, CA, CMC emphasizes the importance of discussing cash flow problems with your accountant and banker sooner rather than later.

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A Busy Doctor Listens to Advice

Dr. Barry Dworkin describes his history with investment advisors to Larry MacDonald in a Globe and Mail Me and My Money article.

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2010 Federal Budget

A summary of the significant changes proposed in the March 4th, 2010 federal budget.

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Optimizing SR&ED and IRAP Funding

In an on-line Ottawa Business Journal article Kevin Goheen, PEng, PhD, describes how to maximize three overlapping funding programs.
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Planning for Ontario’s Harmonized SalesTax (HST)

This newsletter provides an overview of some of the topics businesses need to consider to prepare for Ontario’s HST. There are many technical rules to take into account before the July 1st implementation date as well as some possible cost-saving opportunities.

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You’ve Incorporated: How Does It Affect Your Financial Plan?

Ross McShane, our director of financial planning, discussed RRSP contributions, corporate investments and tax-efficient portfolio management in an article published on the Ottawa Business Journal’s website.

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An Accountant Who Learned the Hard Way

In a Globe and Mail Me and My Money column Larry MacDonald described Doug McLarty’s approach to investing.

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Khalid Hasan, CA discussed charitable donations with Alanna Petroff on CFRA

Alanna asked Khalid a number of questions on topics ranging from donating shares to fundraiser dinners and golf tournaments.

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McLarty & Co Launches Recruiting Drive For More Moms

McLarty & Co reinforces its family-friendly reputation with an ad about its moms.

McLarty & Co Moms

The moms who work at McLarty & Co are a diverse group. Our many talents and skills vary from taxation and assurance expertise to management and administration. Our families’ needs are also diverse. At McLarty & Co we can choose from many work models including part-time, seasonal, full-time and contract. Most of us take six to nine weeks off during the summer. Some of us started with McLarty & Co when we were ready to re-join the office world. Some of us sought out McLarty & Co when we wanted to reduce our time at the office. Some of us were pleased to find a satisfying position with a shorter commute. If you’re a mom with an accounting designation who might be interested in joining us please contact us soon. You can learn more about us on our new website. 

Why Baby Boom Entrepreneurs Need Succession Plans

In a Business Matters article appearing on the Ottawa Business Journal website, Doug McLarty explains why baby boom entrepreneurs should be planning now for when they retire from their businesses.

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Seminar on Investing in Commercial Property in the US

Gregory Sanders, LLB, CA of Perley-Robertson, Hill and McDougall, LLP and Khalid Hasan, CA will discuss various topics related to investing in commercial property in the U.S. including ownership options, estate planning, and U.S and Canadian tax considerations. The seminar will be held at the Royal Ottawa Golf Club. For more information, please contact Kaicy Yang, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or 613-726-1010, extension 277.

Seminar on Purchasing Personal Use Property in the US

Gregory Sanders, LLB, CA of Perley-Robertson, Hill and McDougall, LLP and Khalid Hasan, CA will discuss various topics related to purchasing personal use property in the U.S. including ownership options, estate planning, and estate and other U.S. taxes on the sale of property. The seminar will be held at the Royal Ottawa Golf Club. For more information, please contact Kaicy Yang, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or 613-726-1010, extension 277.

Khalid Hasan was Interviewed by CFRA about Green Tax Incentives

Khalid discussed a variety of green tax incentives available to individuals and businesses with Alanna Petroff on CFRA’s Business Night.

To listen to the CFRA interview click here.

Seminar for Incorporated Health Professionals

After light refreshments, Khalid Hasan, CA and Ross McShane, CGA, CFP, RFP will discuss tax and financial planning for incorporated professionals. The seminar will be held at our offices at 495 Richmond Road. For more information, please contact Sue Fagnan, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or (613) 726-1010, extension 267.

Seminar for Unincorporated Health Professionals

After refreshments, Khalid Hasan, CA and Ross McShane, CGA, CFP, RFP will discuss tax planning and financial planning. The seminar will be held at the Royal Ottawa Golf Club. For more information, please contact Sue Fagnan, at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or 726-1010, extension 267.