If you intend to keep your corporation until the end of your life, it could add complexity to your estate plan. Without the right strategies in place, you could end up paying more tax than you need to. There are many pitfalls to avoid and opportunities to know about.
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If you have a corporation without a capable executor, you could be subject to double taxation.
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What physicians need to know about owning U.S. property
Canadians who own investment property in the U.S. may have to pay U.S. estate taxes.
Five key findings about how Canadian physicians are preparing for retirement
The MD Physician Retirement Readiness Study explores how Canadian physicians are thinking about and preparing for retirement.
Estate planning for incorporated physicians
This guide gives you an overview of estate planning and explains how you can minimize taxes at death.
Sharing the wealth: why it pays to donate private shares to charity in your estate plan
If you are an incorporated physician, you can reduce the tax burden on your estate by donating shares from your private corporation
The final login
You may already have a will and power of attorney in place. Be sure to protect your digital assets as well and share access with those you trust.
Your Life Insurance FAQ
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Setting Up a Trust for Your Children—A Case Study
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Why You Need An Estate Plan
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Benefits of Inter Vivos Trusts—Examples in Action
Inter vivos trusts—created during your lifetime, as opposed to taking effect after death—are chosen for a variety of reasons. Two of the most common reasons are tax efficiency and personal needs,...
What Is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is the proactive, systematic process of “putting your affairs in order” so you can minimize the impact (includes tax, legal, accounting and administrative costs) on your estate...
Your Estate Planning FAQ
Creating, maintaining and executing a formal estate plan are important for most people. In addition to learning about the reasons why you need an estate plan, there are other related issues you...
Do Young Physicians Need an Estate Plan?
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Why You Don’t Want to Die Without a Will
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Have a Professional Assist You as the Executor of an Estate
Estate settlement often involves an array of technical and emotional issues. While it may seem like a privilege to be named an executor, the task also comes with significant responsibilities. An...
Your Checklist of Executor Duties