Why pay more taxes than you need to?As a business owner in Canada, understanding the nuances of the tax system is crucial to effectively managing your financial resources. By employing strategic tax-saving techniques, you can minimize your tax liability ...
Your small business has been growing (or you are just starting) and you could be wondering when you should make the leap... and incorporate it.There are pros and cons to doing this and if you do it too early, it may not be worth it. Now, if your business ...
Find out how to ensure your RRSP goes to your loved ones.
Monday, January 3, 2022
Do you know what happens to an RRSP when someone dies? You would assume that your investments like RRSPs would go to your spouse after your death. However, you need to ensure this is the case when it comes to the laws in your province.RRSPs that are still ...
Are you curious what the Federal Budget looks like? Download this informative pdf to learn what benefits or claims will affect you. It outlines how to handle COVID-19 benefits and deductions, as well as changes to the tax claims for 2021. Some of ...
How would you like a little bit extra money in your retirement fund? If you're able to defer your CPP and OAS benefits until age 70, your payments will increase? The standard rule of thumb would be to start receiving CPP as soon as you are eligible, at ...
Some benefits individuals and businesses may qualify for, to help get through the Covid-19 pandemic. CANADA EMERGENCY BUSINESS ACCOUNT (CEBA) If you own a business, look into whether you can apply for CEBA. It is an interest-free loan available to ...
Starting early can help children understand the value of money.
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Teach your kids how to handle their money If you're a parent, you'll want your children to live happy and healthy lives. Being financially independent is an important aspect of that. Teach them good habits when they're young, ...
The first time we warned people via this blog about phone scammers claiming to be with the CRA was way back in October of 2015. Back then, a rash of overly-aggressive, fake CRA representatives were calling people to threaten legal action, even prison, ...
Melanie has taken over my accounting and things have been updated and upgraded so that even I can do my bookkeeping.
- Mike (Industrial NetMedia) -
"highly recommend her"
Melanie is the best bookkeeper and accountant I know. I highly recommend her to any company.
- Mike (Industrial NetMedia) -
"Appreciated her patience and care"
We came to Melanie 3 years ago with our 2 businesses which at the time the accounting and taxes suffered greatly from our previous accountant. Melanie's knowledge and expertise showed off greatly as she reconciled and brought everything back to where they should be. We appreciated her patience and care as she worked with us and helped us plan each year to get everything back on track. Melanie is very personable and we highly recommend her.
- Robert Capaldo (Capaldo Industrial Services) -
"A competent, reliable, proactive professional"
Melanie has served as our personal and business accountant for the last five years. She is a competent, reliable, proactive professional who takes the time to attain the very best for her clients. She is detailed in her work and meets the deadlines required. We highly recommend Melanie for both personal and business accounting services.
- Adrienne Kelsey (Phoenix Reborn Productions) -
"Mel is always ready and willing to help"
Mel's experience as a professional accountant and her dedication as the club's volunteer board member and treasurer has been incredibly helpful as it relates to the financial operation of the Boys and Girls Club of Leduc. We have experienced a tremendous amount of change transitioning from one accounting system to another and Mel's expertise and work to ensure the new system is configured and functioning to suit the club's needs has been particul...
- Joan Nykiforuk, Administrative Assistant (Boys and Girls Club of Leduc) -
"Very thorough"
Our company used Melanie's accounting services for the first time this year. We found her to be very thorough and worked in a timely manner, within the budget that was quoted. We will continue to use Melanie's services in the future.
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"Gladly recommend"
We use Mel Gesy for both our personal and business accounting. Her expertise has allowed us to transition to a more efficient bookkeeping, decreasing the work load for our staff. As a small business owner her customer service and attention makes it easier for me to focus on my business and at a smaller cost than larger firms. I also appreciate her many dedicated volunteer hours she does for numerous local non-profit groups. I would gladly recomme...
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"Extremely helpful"
I have used Mel’s services as a business accountant since 2012. She has been excellent for my small, independent consulting business and has provided me with lots of good advice. She has helped me improve my record keeping and understand all sorts of esoteric accounting things so I can make sure my company records are the best I can make them. She constantly keeps me apprised of any deadlines I need to follow and is extremely reliable in getting...
