Can we reduce our revenues by the dividends we paid?

Allan Madan, CA

Apr 18, 2012

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No, dividends are not an expense.

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ALLAN MADAN

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Allan Madan is a CPA, CA and the founder of Madan Chartered Accountant Professional Corporation. Allan provides valuable tax planning, accounting and income tax preparation services in the Greater Toronto Area.

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