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Guide for file Vacant Unit Tax | City of Hamilton

Posted on 02/07/202503/29/2025 By cpb No Comments on Guide for file Vacant Unit Tax | City of Hamilton

Declaration Period – February 10 to April 30 Following the direction of the Council, the Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration period for the City of Hamilton will officially open on February 10, 2025, and will remain open until April 30, 2025. During this time, property owners are required to submit their declarations regarding the occupancy…

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Sage 50 2025.1 login issue

Posted on 01/23/202501/23/2025 By cpb No Comments on Sage 50 2025.1 login issue

The Sage50CA_2025.1_Update.exe file is a workaround file that can be used to fix issues logging into Sage 50.  Steps to install the workaround file:  If you are still unable to open Sage 50, you can contact Sage Support at 1-888-522-2722. 

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Income Tax Changes impact your 2024 Tax Return

Posted on 01/16/202501/16/2025 By cpb No Comments on Income Tax Changes impact your 2024 Tax Return

Here’s a clear summary of the updates and their potential impacts: 1. Capital Gains 2. Canada Child Benefit (CCB) 3. Canada Pension Plan (CPP) & Québec Pension Plan (QPP) Enhancement 4. Volunteer Firefighters & Search and Rescue Volunteers 5. Disability Support Deduction 6. Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) 7. Short-Term Rentals These changes may affect your…

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Sault bookkeeper charged with stealing $559K from employer

Posted on 12/20/202412/20/2024 By cpb No Comments on Sault bookkeeper charged with stealing $559K from employer

We have report a news before regarding the former bookkeeper accused of check fraud and theft in $2 Million Case A 50-year-old who managed the finances for a business in Sault Ste. Marie has been charged with embezzling $559,701.63 from the business in just more than four years. The suspected turned themselves in Dec. 10,…

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Sage 50 Desktop Update Forces Installation Prompt: How to Bypass and Delete Files

Posted on 12/10/202412/10/2024 By cpb No Comments on Sage 50 Desktop Update Forces Installation Prompt: How to Bypass and Delete Files

I have no idea which genius came up with this idea. After downloading the latest update for the Sage 50 desktop version, when you choose to close the software, the following warning pops up. You can’t even choose “Skip”—the only option is to click “Install Now,” leaving you no choice at all. The only way…

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GST/HST “Vacation”

Posted on 12/01/202412/01/2024 By cpb No Comments on GST/HST “Vacation”

In late November of 2024, the Federal government announced a temporary exemption period from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025, for specific items that typically incur GST or HST. Regrettably, this decision was made without thorough consideration prior to the announcement or the introduction of legislation. The projected savings for taxpayers are minimal, while…

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Quickbooks Online Increase the price again

Posted on 11/25/202412/01/2024 By cpb No Comments on Quickbooks Online Increase the price again

The recent price increase is a clear indicator of Intuit’s continuous efforts to boost revenue from its widely-used accounting software, QuickBooks Online. The company has attributed this rise to various factors, including inflation and the addition of new features and improvements to the software. In today’s fiercely competitive market, businesses are consistently looking for ways…

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THE EU UPDATES ITS TAX HAVENS LIST

Posted on 11/14/202411/14/2024 By cpb No Comments on THE EU UPDATES ITS TAX HAVENS LIST

The European Union’s most recent update to its “tax haven blacklist” in October 2024 lists eleven jurisdictions as non-cooperative for tax purposes. These countries include: This blacklist is part of the EU’s ongoing efforts to encourage transparency and prevent tax evasion. Countries on the list may face various defensive measures from EU member states, potentially…

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How to open Liechtenstein bank account

Posted on 10/17/202410/17/2024 By cpb No Comments on How to open Liechtenstein bank account

Opening a bank account in Liechtenstein can be appealing due to the country’s stable economy, banking privacy, and secure financial system. However, due to international financial regulations (e.g., anti-money laundering laws), Liechtenstein banks follow strict Know Your Customer (KYC) policies, especially for non-residents. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to open a bank account in…

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The Best Open-Source Bookkeeping Software

Posted on 10/05/202410/05/2024 By cpb No Comments on The Best Open-Source Bookkeeping Software

What is Open-Source Software? Open-source software is a type of program for you and your IT team to examine and adjust its coding to fit your business requirements. This type of solution differs from free software. Open-Source vs. Free Software It’s easy to confuse free with open-source software, but in actuality, they’re as similar as…

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