When a principal residence is sold, the gain is not taxable if it has been the person’s principal residence for the whole time it has been owned. There is a principal residence exemption that eliminates the gain. Also, if the property was your principal residence the whole time it was owned you do not need … Continue reading Do I have to pay tax on capital gains on the sale of my home?
If real estate is sold by a non-resident, 25% of the gross sale proceeds is obligated to be withheld by the purchaser and remitted to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The withholding tax amount can be reduced if the vendor acquires a Certificate of Compliance from CRA on time. By filing the form, the withholding … Continue reading What’s the tax payable by non-residents on the sale of Canadian real estate?
1. If you own at one rental property you can deduct reasonable motor vehicle expenses if you meet all the following conditions: you receive income from only one rental property that is in the general area where you live; you personally do part, or all, of the necessary repairs and maintenance on the property; and … Continue reading Can I claim motor vehicle expenses towards rental property income?
Your capital gain will be calculated based on the difference between the adjusted cost base and the selling price. Note that only 50% of the gain is taxable. Normally, the adjusted cost base of the property is the original purchase price plus other costs incurred to make the acquisition, such costs are brokerage fees, installation … Continue reading I am selling a rental property that I owned, how will my capital gain being calculated?
Question: I’m a Canadian citizen and resident. My Canadian accountant told me to purchase US real estate through an LLP or LLLP. Which states allow for LLPs vs LLLPs to be setup? Answer: Unlike LLPs which can be formed in any state, only certain states offer the option for the creation of an LLLP. These … Continue reading Which US states allow the formation of LLLPs for US real estate investments?
Question: I recently moved into a new building and was required to cover the cost of making the new space suitable for my purposes. This included purchasing new lighting, installing new flooring, internal walls and wall coverings. Is it possible to write off these expenses from my business? Answer: According the the Income Tax Act, … Continue reading Can I write-off leasehold improvements?
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