Amanda Zais, DFA - Personal Tax Specialist

Amanda Zais, DFA - Personal Tax Specialist

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06/04/2026

💲 Eligible Canadians will receive a one-time GST top-up payment starting June 5, 2026!

❓️Am I eligible? If you filed a 2024 tax return & were eligible for GST, then yes!
❓️How will I know how much? Quickest way to determine how much you will receive, is within your CRA My Account - Benefits & Credits.
❓️How will I receive it? Direct deposit if it is setup with CRA, if not, a cheque will be mailed.

➡️ More information can be found here: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/gst-hst-credit/how-much/one-time-top-up.html

💲 Behind on filing? Need to adjust an already filed return? Confusing CRA letters?
I can help! www.thetaxprosonline.com

10/21/2025

🤯 Imagine doing your job WRONG, 83% of the time... *see comments for article*

🧐 Audit finds CRA call centres gave WRONG answers 83% of the time to Canadians’ tax questions, between February & May 2025, according to a new report from Auditor General Karen Hogan.

🫠 The report also criticized the CRA for prioritizing staff schedules & breaks over accuracy, & the Canadian Taxpayers Federation said the findings show how overly complex Canada’s tax system has become, calling for major simplification.

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🤓 Need help with your taxes or navigating CRA?
Contact me! [email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

09/28/2025

🏠 If you haven't bought your first home & hope to in the next 15 years, an FHSA is your GREATEST investment saving tool! Even if you're not sure if you will, but you'd like to experience immediate tax savings, this is still for you!

WHY?
💲 Saves $5600 to $13,000 in Federal Taxes (depending on your taxable income bracket rate) with the maximum $40,000 FHSA lifetime contribution. (PLUS thousands in Provincial tax savings, that vary by province)
🤯 Withdrawls are 100% TAX FREE, unlike RRSPs. PLUS you can move your previous RRSP contributions over to your FHSA (within FHSA limit room).
💸 Every dollar you invest, is a dollar that grows tax-free!

What if I don't end up buying a home?
1. You have 15 years to decide (or until 71)
2. Roll into an RRSP without it affecting your RRSP room
3. Withdrawls will be taxed

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‼️IMPORTANT: Speak with your Bank, Financial Advisor or Tax Professional BEFORE setting up any registered investment accounts. This will ensure they are setup properly & avoid costly penalties.

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🤓 Need help with your taxes or navigating CRA?
Contact me! [email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

09/24/2025

🇨🇦 CRA states they are on track to deliver improved results for Canadians, by the December 11th, 100 day deadline. Have you noticed an improvement? Share your experiences in the comments.
🔗 Progress Updates: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/campaigns/100-day-service-improvement-plan.html
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🤓 Need help with your taxes or navigating CRA?
Contact me! [email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

09/05/2025

🔨 With the rising costs of living, have you thought about building a secondary unit for a loved one who’s a senior, or has a disability? 🏠 You might be eligible for up to $7.5K in home renovation tax credits! 💲
👉 https://ow.ly/Tt4W50WPO0q
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🤓 Need help with your taxes or navigating CRA?
Contact me! [email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

Photos from Amanda Zais, DFA - Personal Tax Specialist's post 08/23/2025

‼️Fed-up Canadians say no one at CRA is taking their call. The union says it's set to get worse.

😡 Frustrated with CRA? Head to the comments for recent CBC article & suggestions to have your voice heard, to become part of the solution.

⁉️ Require assistance navigating CRA or correcting an already filed return? Behind on filing? I can help simplify, with over 18 years experience.
➡️ [email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

07/31/2025

🥇Platinum Winner! CommunityVotes - Kelowna 2025! 🫶

😊Thank you to everyone who shared their love & support, for the hard working locally owned businesses, that make our community thrive.

🏆 Check out all the category winners at the link below.
https://kelowna.communityvotes.com/2025/03

07/25/2025

💲 BC Residents. Was your July GST payment lower than usual?🤷

It's most likely due to the Carbon Tax elimination in April. Which then eliminated the BC Climate Action Tax Credit (BCCATC) payments, from your quarterly GST payments.

⁉️ Behind on filing? Require assistance navigating CRA or correcting an already filed return?
[email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

07/24/2025

💲 Taxes vs Necessities of Life❓️

As many struggle to make ends meet, the average Canadian family now spends more of its income on Taxes (42.3%), than it does on basic necessities, such as food, shelter & clothing combined (35.5%). ~ By comparison, 33.5% of the average family’s income went to pay taxes in 1961 while 56.5% went to basic necessities.

➡️ Read the full 2025 Canadian Consumer Tax Index report, by the The Fraser Institute here.
https://www.fraserinstitute.org/sites/default/files/2025-07/canadian-consumer-tax-index-2025.pdf

😡 Frustrated with taxes & CRA? Head to the comments for suggestions to have your voice heard & become part of the solution.

⁉️ Behind on filing? Require assistance navigating CRA or correcting an already filed return?
[email protected]
www.thetaxprosonline.com

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