{
    "title": "What Your Accountant Forgot to Mention",
    "modified_at": "2026-05-28 14:36:46",
    "published_at": "2026-05-05 05:00:00",
    "url": "https://insights.wealthsimple.com/what-your-accountant-forgot-to-mention",
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    "language": "EN",
    "subtitle": " 4 tax strategies for households with $1M+",
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    "body": "<div id=\"video-8d2c8567-254f-4144-ac5f-afb9f32e547a\" class=\"release-content-video release-content-video--embed release-content-video--contained\">\n    <div><div style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"><iframe data-iframely-url=\"https://iframely.net/api/iframe?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DTrafRbrp7rc%23_cb1779975313&key=8fe6cdec03482ac31f27a6ae8ea2fb3f\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\" allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\"></iframe></div></div><script async src=\"https://iframely.net/embed.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"></script>\n</div><p>Most people think they have a tax strategy. What they actually have is a habit &mdash; and for high-net-worth Canadians, that habit could be costing significantly more than they realize over their lifetime.<br>\u200b<br>\u200bIn this webinar, Wealthsimple&#039;s Alicia (CFA) and lead tax specialist Kris Kibler (CPA, CA, CFP, TEP, MPAcc) break down 4 counterintuitive tax strategies that go beyond the standard advice:<br>\u200b<br>\u200b\u25ba The Smith Manoeuvre &mdash; how to convert a non-deductible mortgage into a tax-deductible investment loan <br>\u200b\u25ba Spend or Gift More &mdash; why spending in retirement can actually reduce your lifetime tax bill <br>\u200b\u25ba Principal Residence Exemption Strategy &mdash; how to apply Canada&#039;s biggest tax shelter strategically when you own multiple properties <br>\u200b\u25ba RRSP Early Meltdown &mdash; why waiting until age 72 to draw down your RRSP could be one of the most expensive decisions you make<br>\u200b<br>\u200bEvery strategy is illustrated with a real case study of a high-net-worth couple (Alex &amp; Priya) &mdash; with actual numbers to show what&#039;s at stake.<br>\u200bRelevant if you&#039;re a Canadian with $1M+ in investable assets and want to optimize your plan beyond the basics.<br>\u200b</p><hr /><p><strong>Disclaimer</strong></p><p>This content is for information purposes only and should not be considered individual financial advice. Please consult a qualified advisor before making any financial decisions. Wealthsimple Wealth Management is available for clients with min. $1,000,000 in assets under management and is subject to additional fees. Wealthsimple Wealth Management is provided by Wealthsimple Investments Inc. (WSII), a member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).</p>",
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