Individual And Corporation Tax Archives

  • 15
  • Feb2024

The calculation of the capital gain

The calculation of the capital gain

Calculating the capital gain on a rental property involves determining the difference between the property’s sale price and its adjusted cost basis. Here’s how you can calculate it: Capital Gain = Sale Price – Adjusted Cost Basis Tax Considerations: Reporting: Report the capital gain on your income tax return for the year in which you […]

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  • 15
  • Feb2024

The depreciation

The depreciation

Depreciation of a rental property is the process of allocating the cost of the property (excluding land) over its useful life for tax purposes. It allows landlords to deduct a portion of the property’s cost each year as an expense against rental income, reflecting the wear and tear or deterioration of the property over time. […]

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  • 15
  • Feb2024

What is the difference between expenses and capital assets ? 

What is the difference between expenses and capital assets ? 

Expenses and capital assets are both financial aspects of owning and managing a rental property, but they are treated differently for tax and accounting purposes: Expenses: Capital Assets: In summary, expenses are ongoing operational costs necessary to maintain and manage a rental property, deductible against rental income in the year they are incurred. On the […]

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  • 15
  • Feb2024

What expenses are deductible ? 

What expenses are deductible ? 

Landlords can deduct various expenses related to their rental properties to reduce their taxable rental income. Some common deductible expenses for rental properties in Canada include: Mortgage Interest: The interest portion of your mortgage payments is deductible. Property Taxes: Taxes levied by the municipality on the property are deductible. Insurance: Premiums paid for property insurance […]

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