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UFile Podcast
by Your taxes, your way
Weekly Canadian podcast hosted by Gerry & Lisa. We'll cover a variety of tax topics and offer tips and tools.
Episodes
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Common Tax Filing Mistakes to Avoid
Filing your tax return doesn’t have to be stressful—but small mistakes can lead to delays, missed refunds, or unexpected notices. In this episode, we break down the most common tax filing errors people make and show you how to avoid them. From forgotten slips and incorrect personal information to...
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Top deductions on your tax return
There are a multitude of deductions that are found on the tax return that can help you reduce your tax bill. Let’s look at some of the more useful ones. Link to the blog: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/02/20/top-deductions-on-your-tax-return Website:...
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Tax Update 2025
Important tax changes are coming for 2025 – We’ve rounded up the biggest updates affecting your wallet this year — and what they mean for your next return. Blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/02/12/tax-update-2025 website: https://www.ufile.ca/ufile
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Do RRSP loans make sense
RRSP loans can make sense as a tool to supercharge your RRSP contributions. Let’s look at the pros and cons of RRSP loans and if they’re worthwhile. Blog article:https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/01/26/do-rrsp-loans-make-sense Website: https://www.ufile.ca/ufile
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Top family credits and benefits
Top family tax credits and benefits In this podcast, Gerry and Ida will discuss some of the top family tax credits and benefits. Canada Child Benefit Child Care expenses Spousal amount and eligible dependant Disabled child or spouse (Disability Tax Credit) Detailed blog article on this topic:...
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RRSP vs TFSA vs FHSA
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will compare all three registered accounts offered by the federal government: RRSP, TFSA, and FHSA *Introduction *Basic characteristics *Eligibility *Contributions *Contribution limits when withdrawing *Expiry of accounts *Transfers between accounts *Conclusion...
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Tax Update 2023
Tax update 2023 In this podcast, Ida and Gerry discuss the upcoming tax changes for the 2023 tax return. Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) Canada Worker's Benefit (CWB) advance payments Residential property flipping rule Multigenerational home renovation tax credit Tradesperson tools...
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Five overlooked tax deductions and credits
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will discuss five overlooked tax deductions and credits: Moving expenses Carryforwards Carrybacks (retroactive claims) Medical expenses Disability tax credit Detailed blog article on this topic:...
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Canada's affordability plan
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry discuss the components of the Canada Affordability Plan. The components are: Doubling of the GST credit Canada Dental benefit Canada Housing Benefit Blog article detailing the plan:...
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Tax update 2022
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will describe the upcoming tax changes for 2022 (and some for 2023). The changes that will be covered are: Tax-free first home savings account (FHSA) Labour Mobility Deduction (LMD) Home Buyer’s amount Home accessibility tax credit Doubling of the GST credit Canada...
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Five common mistakes when producing your tax return
Five common mistakes when producing your tax return In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will discuss five common mistakes people make when producing their tax returns, such as: Being disorganized with your documents Not being aware of carry forward amounts Not being aware of budget changes Missing out...
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Students And Taxes
Students and taxes Pursuing post-secondary studies can be expensive, but there are income tax measures that can help you with those costs. In this podcast episode, Ida and Gerry will describe different income tax measures targeted to students, such as: Tuition tax credit Canada training credit...
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Tax Update 2021
Tax Update 2021 A new tax season is upon us! Find out what’s new in this year’s tax return with Ida and Gerry. The topics discussed: Home office expenses - extension of the temporary flat rate method Canada workers benefit (CWB) enhancement COVID-19 benefits repayment Climate action incentive…
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Tax-efficient cash in trying times
With the COVID-19 pandemic raging on, many have been adversely affected, especially financially. Are there tax efficient ways to raise cash in these trying times? In this podcast, Ida and Gerry look at 5 ways to raise cash in a tax efficient way. Blog article:...
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Five little-known medical expenses
Find out about these five lesser known eligible medical expenses in this podcast with Ida and Gerry. UFile blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2021/03/31/five-little-known-medical-expenses
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The Sharing Economy and the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we work. Due to widespread unemployment because of the pandemic, many individuals worked side gigs provided by sharing economy apps, such as Uber and Skip the Dishes, to make ends meet. In this podcast, Ida and Gerry discuss the tax...
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Tax Update 2020
A new tax season is upon us! Find out what’s new in this year’s tax return in this podcast with Ida and Gerry. UFile blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2021/02/11/tax-update-2020
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Home offices expenses and the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way people work. Gone are the office cubicles, replaced by bedrooms and kitchen tables! Starting in 2020, many Canadians will now be newly eligible to deduct their home office expenses on their tax return. What can you claim on your income tax...
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Tax readiness checklist
A new year is upon us! And even though everything is locked down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing is not unfortunately: filing our tax return! What do we need to do to get ready to file our tax return? In this podcast, Ida and Gerry explain how to get organized with your tax documents, how...
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How to spend your tax refund
Great news! You finished your tax return and you have a refund coming your way! How should you spend your tax refund? From repaying your debt (through the debt avalanche and debt snowball methods) to investing in your RRSP/TFSA accounts, , Gerry and Ida will explain what you should do In this...
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Financial support measures for students during the COVID-19 pandemic
The federal government recently announced measures to support students financially during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, such as the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB) and Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG). What are the details of these new programs, and what other support measures…
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Your investments, taxes and the pandemic
We find ourselves in unprecedented times with the COVID-19 pandemic. With fear in the air, our natural instincts tell us to sell our investments and to hoard as much cash as possible. But is that a good idea? And what are the potential tax consequences of panic selling?
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Canada Emergency Response Benefit(CERB)
The federal government has announced a new measure, the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), to help workers who have been directly affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19). What is it, and how does it affect you?
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Economic response plan for the coronavirus(COVID-19)
The Federal and Quebec governments have revealed their economic response plan as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19). In our latest podcast, find out what’s in the plan and how it affects you.
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Last minute tax tips
Scrambling to get organized and file your taxes by the deadline? Fear not, Lisa and Gerry have you covered! In our latest podcast, discover our tax tips for last minute filers. We will help you create healthy habits that will allow you to file online and on time!
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Real Estate and taxes
There are several monumental moments in one’s life but out of all of them, owing a home is traditionally marked as a special occasion, especially tax wise! In this week’s podcast, sit down with Lisa and Gerry while they discuss the stages of home ownership and the impact that this can have on…
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Couples and taxes
What does it mean to be a couple in the world of taxes? Once you have found your home, and you have shared expenses, now comes the fun part: filing your tax returns together! In this week's podcast, discover with Lisa and Gerry the advantages and truths about living as a duo and see how this can...
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Car Expenses
Have you joined the “gig” economy? Whether you've started your own business, or do some work on the side in the sharing economy as an Uber driver, or Uber eats delivery person, chances are you’re using your car to earn your income. In this podcast, Lisa and Gerry will explain what you can deduct…
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Weekly Canadian podcast hosted by Gerry & Lisa. We'll cover a variety of tax topics and offer tips and tools.
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Weekly Canadian podcast hosted by Gerry & Lisa. We'll cover a variety of tax topics and offer tips and tools.
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