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Doug McLarty interviewed during budget lock-up

During the federal budget “lock-up” Doug McLarty provided the Ottawa Business Journal with insights into some of the many changes the federal government is making to its SR&ED program, R&D grants and venture capital funds.

To read the article, please click here.

Ross McShane quoted in MoneySense article on Income Smoothing

In this MoneySense article on Income Smoothing, Ross McShane provides advice on strategies related to deferring and reducing income tax over a taxpayer’s lifetime.

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Tax - Smart Options for Retirees

If you are about to retire you may need some advice on which investment accounts to withdraw funds from first. In this Canadian MoneySaver article Ross McShane provides an approach that takes into consideration the tax implications of a variety of options.

To read the article please click here.

Globe and Mail quotes Ross McShane on when to withdraw funds from RRSP’s

In this Globe and Mail article Ross McShane describes some personal situations that may provide opportunities to minimize the tax paid on RRSP withdrawals.

To read the article please click here.

Strategic Vision of Dealerships in 2025

Auto Team America’s vision of car dealerships in 2025 is based on many forecasted shifts in consumer demands, desires and habits related to new vehicle shopping and purchasing. It predicts huge volume increases, a transformation of the sales process and changes in the dealership operating model.
Please click here to read the full report or here for the summary contained in the press release.

Martha Skeggs Reviewed Tax Deductions for the Self-Employed on CFRA

On another Tax Tip Tuesday Jason McIntyre asked our director of taxation services about a number of common deductions available to self-employed taxpayers including home office expenses, equipment costs, inventory, car expenses, meals and entertainment and conventions.

To listen to the interview please click here.

McLarty & Co Supports Ottawa Chamber of Commerce

Several members of the McLarty & Co assurance team attended the Annual Chair’s Breakfast with the Honourable Jim Watson and J. Douglas McLarty, FCA.

Globe and Mail quotes Martha Skeggs’ advice to Americans regarding TFSA’s

Martha Skeggs explains in a Globe and Mail article that Americans living in Canada should steer clear of TFSA’s since they are not covered by the Canada-US tax treaty.

To read the article please click here.

McLarty & Co is Recognized as One of the Region’s Best Employers

McLarty & Co’s employees showed their appreciation for the company’s emphasis on family-friendly schedules, personal growth and consultative management by rating it as one of the top employers in the region.

To read the Ottawa Business Journal article, please click here.

Our Weekly Newsletters for Car Dealers - 2012

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.

Winter 2012 - Issue 9

Previous Issues:

Fall 2011 - Issue 8
Summer 2011 - Issue 7
Spring 2011 - Issue 6
Winter 2011- Issue 5
Fall 2010 Issue
Summer 2010 Issue 3
Spring 2010 Issue 2
Winter 2009- Issue 1

Donation to The Good Companions

As treasurer of the Christmas Cheer Foundation, Doug McLarty had the opportunity to experience giving to some of the charity’s recipients first hand by delivering food baskets this morning. This afternoon Doug enjoyed delivering an unexpected cheque to The Good Companions Centre as a result the community contributing more than was anticipated.

Ross McShane provides advice in a Globe and Mail Financial Facelift article

Pay off your line of credit, transfer $15,000 worth of investments to a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) immediately and, from age 60 to 63, transfer $5,000 a year from your RRSP to your TFSA. This is what Ross suggested to a single 50-something woman worried about her retirement.

To read the article please click here.

Tax and Payroll Planning for 2011 and 2012

Our end of year newsletter summarizes useful tax and payroll information related to the end of 2011 and the beginning of 2012.

To read the newsletter, please click here.

How Dividends are Taxed

Ross McShane helps author David Aston with an excellent explanation of how dividends are taxed and the implications for investment strategies in a MoneySense article.

To read the article please click here.

Doug McLarty speaks at the CICA Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference

Doug McLarty, FCA was invited to participate in a panel discussion at the CICA’s first Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference. Doug presented the McLarty & Co wealth management model and its integration with the public accounting business. Other panelists included representatives of the Ontario Securities Commission, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Alberta.

Got a Million? You need a team to tend to it

A recent Globe & Mail article discusses the importance of high net worth individuals obtaining expert advice for tax, succession, estate and financial planning as well as wealth management. It says that “one of the easiest ways to access wealth management expertise is to sign on with an organization that offers a comprehensive suite of services all under one roof”.

To read the article please click here.

Now is the Time to Plan Tax - Loss Selling

Ross McShane provides some tips on how investors could review their portfolios to determine if opportunities exist to trigger tax losses that will offset taxes the investor would otherwise owe on capital gains. Ross describes how tax-loss selling works, some pros and cons, and the tax rules that need to be taken into account.
To read Ross’ article please click here.

Joint Seminar with Patterson Dental on October 26th

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Patterson Dental and McLarty & Co are hosting a seminar the evening of October 26th. McLarty & Co will be sharing their expertise with dentists’ financial issues to discuss: the return on investment from CEREC technology; HST; incorporation’s benefits; and salaries and dividends. If you are interested in attending please email (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Bob Gorman, Chief Portfolio Strategist at TD Waterhouse, Is Our Keynote Speaker

On Tuesday, November 1st Bob Gorman, TD Waterhouse’s Chief Portfolio Strategist (and Ottawa native) will be discussing his investment outlook for 2012 at a McLarty & Co wealth management seminar. McLarty & Co’s approach to wealth management emphasizes financial planning and portfolio management that is integrated with tax, estate, insurance and business planning.

If you may be interested in attending please contact Sue Fagnan, BCom or Ross McShane, CGA, CFP, RFP at 613-726-1010 or info@mclartyco.ca for more details about the seminar.