OUR CLIENTS
Cardinal Point specializes in assisting affluent individuals and families living in Canada and the U.S., Canadians moving the U.S., Americans moving to Canada as well as Canadian and U.S. expats living abroad, with their investment management, tax, financial and cross-border wealth planning requirements.
OUR CLIENTS
Cardinal Point specializes in assisting affluent individuals and families living in Canada and the U.S., Canadians moving the U.S., Americans moving to Canada as well as Canadian and U.S. expats living abroad, with their investment management, tax, financial and cross-border wealth planning requirements.
Wealth Management for a Full Spectrum of Needs
We pride ourselves in offering the following advantages:
- Fiduciary Standard: Our professionals operate under the highest standard of care in the financial services industry.
- Independence: Clients benefit from access to a non-proprietary, conflict-free platform.
- Transparency: Our fee-based compensation structure is openly disclosed.
- Collaborative Approach: Our team of multidisciplinary professionals includes Certified Financial Planners® (CFP® Canada & US), Canadian and U.S. Chartered Accountants (CPA), Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA), and tax attorneys (Esq).
- Investment Expertise: We subscribe to a disciplined, tax-efficient and cost-effective investment approach.
- Holistic Financial Planning: Clients are profiled to learn about their values, goals, income, balance sheet, investments, insurance, and employee benefits, as well as all retirement, tax, education, and estate planning requirements.
- Integrated Cross-Border Financial Planning: We have a suite of personalized Canada-U.S. cross-border investment, financial and tax planning solutions.
- Client Service and Professionalism: Our practitioners are committed to service excellence.
OUR RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Probate Fee Planning: Understanding the Pros and Cons
There are fees or taxes associated with probate, which vary depending on the jurisdiction and can be quite high. Failing to plan carefully can result in greater tax liability and assets not being distributed among beneficiaries as intended. Fortunately, strategies to reduce those fees can have a significant impact on the distribution of wealth upon death. But while some strategies work in certain jurisdictions, they may not be applicable elsewhere. There are also special ways to reduce fees for those over the age of 65. While probate fee planning is a complex process, it’s valuable – and worthy of guidance from a qualified professional advisor.
Pension Options for the Canadian Business Owner-Managers Retirement
Planning for retirement is an important objective for owner-managers operating businesses in Canadian-controlled private corporations (CCPC). Their options include Registered Retirement Savings Plans, Canada Pension Plans, Quebec Pension Plans, or Individual Pension Plans. Generally, these are funded by the employer for the benefit of employees once they retire. They can either be funded only by the employer or may by the employer and the employee. Each plan has its own rules and timelines regarding contributions, contribution limits, and withdrawals – and there may be penalties for not adhering to the rules. Planning ahead with strategies based on your particular situation can help boost retirement savings. Learn more by reading our article devoted to this topic.
Canadian Business Owner-Manager Remuneration Planning
If you are an incorporated Canadian entrepreneur or business owner, there are two general ways to pay yourself from your corporation. You can use a salary or bonus, and that’s a deductible business expense but is fully taxable as your personal employment income. Or the company can pay a dividend that isn’t a deductible business expense but is taxed at a lower rate to you as personal income. Each option has different personal and corporate tax implications. There may also be some different tax rate advantages or disadvantages, depending on the province. Our article covers the details to provide understanding and strategic tax planning insights.