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CBC: 10 myths about taxes that mislead Canadians

Posted by Jackelyn Ford on Friday, April 4, 2014,
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/taxes/10-myths-about-taxes-that-mislead-canadians-1.2508364
Tom McFeat | March 11, 2014

A certain amount of folklore has developed over the years around the income tax system and the filing of tax returns, but many of those age-old perceptions are no longer accurate.

File by April 30 or face potential penalties

Here are some common myths — and the corresponding facts that could mean extra money in your pocket or at least prevent you from running afoul of the Cana...


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Globe&Mail: Getting a big tax refund just means you've overpaid

Posted by Jackelyn Ford on Wednesday, May 25, 2011,

http://www.globeadvisor.com/servlet/ArticleNews/story/gam/20101216/GICESTNICK1216ATL

Thursday, December 16, 2010 |TIM CESTNICK

I should have studied psychology in university. It might have been helpful in understanding people - especially my wife. I will pay $50 for a $30 item that I really need, but she'll pay $30 for a $50 item she doesn't need, just because it's on sale. Where I have exactly seven items in the bathroom that belong to me (toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, razor, shav...


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Jackelyn Ford These articles have been chosen because they provide a macro view of the financial world. This wide scope of articles can then be applied to aid your own personal financial situation. E.O.E.