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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 overlooked deductions and credits, we’ll walk you through what trips up taxpayers most often—and how to file with confidence. Whether you’re filing on your own or using tax software, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert insights to help you submit an accurate return and make the most of tax season. Website: https://www.ufile.ca/

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: https://www.ufile.ca/

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

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

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: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/03/25/top-family-credits-and-benefits UFile – Your taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca

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 Detailed blog article on this topic: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/02/21/comparing-the-rrsp-and-the-tfsa-with-the-fhsa UFile – Your taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca

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 expense deduction Home office expenses - flat-rate method Tax rate reduction - Quebec Link of detailed blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/02/07/tax-update-2023 UFile - Your taxes, your way

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: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/04/18/five-overlooked-tax-deductions-and-credits UFile – Your taxes, you way www.ufile.ca

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: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/01/10/canada-s-affordability-plan UFile – Your Taxes, your way

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 Dental Benefit Canada Housing Benefit Immediate expensing of depreciable property Canada Worker’s Benefit (CWB) Staycation credit (Ontario) Blog article detailing the tax changes: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/02/15/tax-update-2022 UFile - your taxes, your way : www.ufile.ca

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 on deductions and credits you’re allowed to make Not checking your previous year’s return while producing current year UFile – You taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca

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 (CTC) Student loan interest credit Moving expenses Scholarship and bursary income UFile blog article on this subject: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2022/03/07/students-and-taxes UFile – Your taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca

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 (CAI) now paid as a benefit Eligible educator school supply tax credit enhancement We also discuss tax changes in Quebec. For more details on these changes, please view our blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2022/02/08/tax-update-2021 UFile – Your taxes, your way www.ufile.ca

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: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2021/04/14/tax-efficient-cash-in-trying-times

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