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Additional and Expanded Filing Requirements Beyond Traditional Trusts
The new and enhanced trust reporting rules will begin applying to formal and informal trusts, including so-called ‘bare trusts’ with a tax year ending after December 30, 2023. This means the rules are effective for all trusts with a December 31, 2023 year-end.
Rate Cuts to Take Place Throughout 2024
Anticipated rate cuts are in the headlines, with market experts predicting around 6 cuts in contrast to the Fed's forecast of 3. Now well into the higher interest rate environment, expect to see higher rates of unemployment and loan losses in mid to late 2024, signalling the near conclusion of the inflationary environment.
S&P/TSX composite rises, U.S. stock markets also gain after strong GDP report
TORONTO — Strength in energy and utilities helped Canada’s main stock index post a modest gain Thursday, while U.S. markets also moved higher following a stronger-than-expected GDP report. The U.S. economy grew 3.
1 Jarvis is Nearing Completion
Construction on 1 Jarvis is nearing completion. The EMBLEM team has begun preparing for tenant occupancy in Q1 2024. The project is slated to exit by early Spring of this year and is on time and on budget. Investors are expected to receive the full target rate of return upon completion.
Underused Housing Tax: Upcoming Deadline
The 2022 Underused Housing Tax (UHT) return deadline is fast approaching. Earlier this year, the CRA extended the filing deadline for the new housing tax from April 30, 2023 to October 31, 2023 to allow more time for taxpayers to determine their filing obligations.
Key Competitive Advantages in Investing
When it comes to investing, there are differing opinions. Some theories evolve, while others remain relevant. Renowned investor Bill Miller identified three advantages in investing: informational, analytical, and psychological, which continue to ring true.
The Vision is Taking Shape at Mississauga I LP
Go on site with Justin Bourne, Project Manager at EMBLEM Developments, as he provides an exclusive look at the window installation progress at Mississauga I LP. Discover how this milestone was reached and what this means for the next stage of construction.
The Robinson Village Community Has Come Full Circle
Construction for Robinson Village I-III completed in 2022 and successfully exited over the past several months. Construction is wrapping up on the community’s fourth and final phase, with investment completion on the horizon before the end of 2023.
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