The Canadian in America – Canada – U.S. Income Tax Planning and Preparation

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Income Tax Planning
	Tax Filing Requirements - which tax return do you file? In which country? When?
	Severing Ties With Canada - make sure you are not taxed in both Canada and the US!
	The Canada/US Tax Treaty - learn what it is and how it works.
	Taxation of RRSPs/RRIFs/LIRAs - landmines in waiting.
	Taxation of Interest & Dividends - potential for double tax.
	Taxation of Capital Gains - Which country taxes? Canada/US comparison.
	Taxation of Pensions - company pensions, OAS, CPP/QPP.
	Social Security Number - or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, why you might need one.
	Taxation of Rental Properties - a paperwork nightmare how to apply.
	Foreign Tax Credit Planning - your ticket to avoiding double taxation.
	Key Differences - Canada/US comparison of tax brackets, deductions, and so on.