Tax and Accounting Insights
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How to Get an Individual Tax ID Number (ITIN) in Canada?
An Individual Tax ID Number, commonly called an ITIN, is a US tax identification number issued by the IRS for people who need to file US tax returns but are not eligible for a -
How to Pay the CRA: Payment Methods and Options
You can pay the CRA through several methods including online banking, CRA My Payment, pre-authorized debit, wire transfer, and in person at a financial institution. Each method has different processing times, fees, and requirements. -
US Estate Tax for Canadians: How to Avoid It
US estate tax for Canadians can apply when a Canadian resident owns US situs assets at death. The United States imposes estate tax on the worldwide estate of US citizens, but it also imposes -
FBAR Filing Requirements: A Guide for Canadians with US Ties
FBAR filing requirements apply to any US person who held foreign financial accounts exceeding $10,000 in aggregate value at any point during the calendar year. For Canadians with US citizenship, a green card, or -
RRSP US Tax Reporting: Complete Guide for Americans in Canada
RRSP US tax reporting is one of the most misunderstood obligations facing Americans living in Canada. The Canada Revenue Agency treats RRSP contributions as tax-deferred savings, meaning contributions reduce your taxable income today and -
TFSA for US Citizens in Canada: Hidden Tax Traps
US citizens living in Canada face a serious tax problem with TFSAs that most financial advisors never mention. Canada treats the Tax-Free Savings Account as completely exempt from Canadian tax, but the United States -
T2209 Foreign Tax Credit: How to Claim It Correctly
The T2209 Foreign Tax Credit is a CRA form that prevents Canadian residents from paying tax twice on the same income when that income was already taxed by a foreign government. Canada taxes its -
Canada US Tax Treaty: How to Avoid Double Taxation
The Canada US Tax Treaty prevents double taxation by assigning taxing rights, reducing withholding tax, and allowing foreign tax credits. It does not always remove the duty to file returns in both countries. Canadian -
What Is Part XIII Withholding Tax Canada? Complete Guide
Part XIII withholding tax Canada is the mechanism CRA uses to collect tax from non-residents who receive passive income from Canadian sources. Every time a Canadian payer sends rental income, dividends, interest, pension payments,
