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What You’ll Learn from Your Incorporation Calculator Results

The YBL Incorporation Calculator provides more than a yes or no. Discover how your personalized report shows estimated tax savings, side-by-side comparisons, five-year projections, and a clear action checklist to help decide if incorporation is right for your business.

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The Strategic Advantages of Incorporation

Incorporation provides more than tax savings. Discover how incorporating your business creates control over income, enables tax deferral, builds corporate credit, and supports long-term planning with RRSP contributions. Use the YBL Incorporation Calculator to see your potential savings and action plan.

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Is It Time to Incorporate? 4 Signs You’re Leaving Money on the Table

Discover the key signs your business may benefit from incorporation. Learn how incorporating can lower taxes, boost flexibility, and support long-term growth. Use the YBL Incorporation Calculator to see your potential savings in minutes.

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Set Your Company Up for Success: A Guide to Smart Incorporation

Incorporate your business confidently with YBL. Learn naming, timing, directors, shareholders, share classes, and professional steps for tax smart growth.

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Why You Need a Finance Team, Not an Accountant

When most entrepreneurs start out, they look for someone to handle their taxes and keep their books organized. But as your business grows, so do your needs. It becomes about having a team that can guide your financial decisions with clarity and strategy.

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Founder's Formula: 8 Tax Advantages You Get When You Run a Business in Canada

Running your own business opens the door to incredible tax planning opportunities that employees simply don’t get. These aren’t loopholes, they’re intentional, built-in incentives created by the government to encourage entrepreneurship and economic growth.

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Facing Unpredictable Expenses? Here’s How to Stay Ahead

Unpredictable expenses like surprise tax bills, equipment failures, or sudden market shifts can seriously disrupt your business. A Virtual CFO (VCFO) helps you plan ahead with cash flow forecasting, financial modelling, spending oversight, and smart tax and debt structure.

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When Should You Incorporate a Business in Canada?

Insights into the benefits and implications of incorporating a business in Canada, helping entrepreneurs make informed choices tailored to their specific circumstances. Content should highlight advantages such as limited liability, potential tax benefits, and enhanced credibility, while also discussing considerations like administrative responsibilities and costs associated with incorporation.

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Are You Running Your Business, or Is It Running You?

Is your business running you? Take the free YBL Financial Foundations Assessment to find out. Get instant insights to improve clarity, systems, and cash flow.

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Accounting
Are Family Trusts Worth It? A Practical Cost-Benefit Breakdown

Are family trusts worth the cost? We break down the setup and maintenance expenses, tax implications, and financial benefits to help you decide if a trust is right for you.

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Accounting
Airbnb Taxes in Canada: What Hosts Need to Know About HST, Income Tax & Property Sales

Learn how HST, income tax, and property sales impact Airbnb hosts in Canada. Stay compliant with CRA rules and maximize your tax savings!

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New Year Financial Tips: Strategies for Individuals & Business Owners

Start the year strong with essential financial tips for individuals and business owners. Learn how to maximize your TFSA, RRSP, RESP, organize finances, and set goals for 2025.

2025 Updates to Business Vehicle Tax Deductions and Benefits in Canada

Stay ahead this tax season with YBL's year-end tax tips for 2024 and updates on 2025 business vehicle exemptions. Maximize deductions and plan effectively!

Personal Finance
Celebrate Savings This Holiday Season: Temporary HST/GST Exemptions

The Canadian government is ushering in the festive season with two exciting financial benefits for Canadians: a potential GST Holiday and a potential $250 Working Canadians Rebate. Beginning December 14, 2024, a temporary GST/HST exemption will provide tax-free savings on essential items.

Mike Libbey Honored as TODD SKINNER Entrepreneur of the Year

Celebrate with Your Bottom Line as founder Mike Libbey is honored as the TODD SKINNER Entrepreneur of the Year at the Peter Perry & Business Achievement Awards. Watch his exclusive interview and learn more about his inspiring journey.

What our rebrand means for you

Our rebrand isn't just a new look; it's a recommitment to empowering the success of forward-thinking business owners like you.

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Avoiding Common Accounting Mistakes: Lessons for Canadian Entrepreneurs

Running a successful business requires more than just a great product or service—it also demands diligent financial management.

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UPDATE - Change to T4's for ALL Employees in 2023

The Canada Revenue Agency has announced that it will require employers to report when employees have been eligible to access dental insurance or dental coverage of any kind, on annual T4 and T4A slips, beginning in 2023.

Setting your Business up for Success: QuickBooks 101

You will learn the essentials for seamless financial management tailored to your business on QuickBooks.

A Simple Tax Trick for Canadian Homeowners - SUPERCHARGE YOUR WEALTH GROWTH

Learn a smart tax strategy for Canadian homeowners that turns non-deductible debt into deductible debt, cutting down taxes and speeding up your path to financial freedom

Payroll
From Hassle to Harmony: Simplifying the Payroll Process

Payroll processing can be a time-consuming and complex task for businesses in Ontario.

Maximizing Returns: Your Tax Journey Simplified - Free Recording

Embark on a streamlined personal tax journey with our presentation, “Maximizing Returns: Your Tax Journey Simplified”

Cryptocurrency FAQs - What You Need To Know About Tax Season

Here are 8 frequently asked questions we often receive about cryptocurrency and taxes.

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9 Strategies to Reduce Business Expenses

You can also improve your profit and loss statement by carefully tracking your expenses.

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