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4 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday,March 2, 2010 A Wealth of Investment Expertise in Halton Hills. ·Retirement Planning, RRSPs, RRIFs ·Mutual Funds, Stocks, Segregated Funds ·GICs, Bonds ·Fee-based Managed Accounts R. Scott Becksted, BES Ontario Sales Tax Transition Benefit Another good reason for filing a tax return! New Sales Tax System ­ HST Effective July 1, 2010, the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) will be replaced with a more modern, value-added tax that will be combined with the federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) to create a Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) for Ontario. The provincial portion of the HST will be 8% and the federal portion will be 5%, for a combined HST rate of 13%. June 2010 and $335 in each of December 2010 & June 2011, maximum benefit of $1,000. Wealth Advisor 905-873-6640 or 905-796-5024 Toll Free: 1-800-263-2454 Fax: 905-450-6343 scott_becksted@scotiamcleod.com www.advisors.scotiamcleod.com/sbecksted Hwy. 7 closed for three hours after pole fire Highway 7 was closed in the Trafalgar Rd. area Saturday evening for about three hours because of a fire on a hydro pole. Halton Police and Halton Hills firefighters were called to a hydro line arcing about 8:40 p.m. When they arrived they found fire had burned completely through the pole about half-way up, causing the pole to be unstable. Firefighters extinguished the embers and debris from the pole and waited until Halton Hills Hydro arrived. Hydro spokesman Art Skidmore said about 1,200 customers were without power for an hour while repairs were made. ScotiaMcLeod is a division of Scotia Capital Inc., a member of the Scotiabank Group. You must file a 2009 and 2010 tax return to receive this benefit. While no application is necessary, to qualify for the two benefits in June and December of 2010, a 2009 tax return must be filed. As well, a 2010 tax return must be filed to receive the June 2011 benefit. START One-Time Sales Tax Transition Benefit To help ensure a smooth transition to the new sales tax system, the Provincial government has implemented a one-time Sales Tax Transition Benefit to be paid to eligible Ontario taxpayers aged 18 and over. This benefit is worth a maximum of $300 for single individuals and $1,000 for single parents or couples and will be paid in three instalments. Yorkshire Enterprises can help. Filing a tax return allows you to claim all eligible deductions to minimize your taxes and ensures that any government benefits you are entitled to continue uninterrupted. (i.e. GST rebate, Child Tax Benefit, Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Seniors Property Tax Credit). At Yorkshire Enterprises: Pick-Up & Delivery Available. Call to arrange a meeting. Your return is completed by tax professionals with more than 40 years of combined experience. You get our assurance of accuracy and maximum tax savings. Your return will be done while you wait. EFILE services are available. What does this mean for Single Individuals? If you are single with no children and have adjusted net income (Line 236 on your return) of up to $80,000 you will receive a benefit of $100 in each of June 2010, December 2010 & June 2011, maximum benefit of $300. Article submitted by Sarah Simpson, Certified Bookkeeper with Yorkshire Enterprises Inc. 360 Guelph Street, Unit #47 Georgetown, ON L7G 4B5 info@yorkshirent.com www.yorkshirent.com During tax season, drop in: Monday to Friday 10 am ­ 5 pm Saturday 9 am ­ 1 pm Call us today! 905-873-2697 PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES What does this mean for Single Parents or Couples? If you are a single parent or couple and have adjusted net family income of up to $160,000 you will receive a benefit of $330 in Sarah, Marion, Joanne, Christine & Liz Yorkshire Enterprises Inc. Located at: Knolcrest Centre 360 Guelph St., Unit 47 Georgetown, ON L7G 4B5 Call: 905-873-2697 Email: info@yorkshirent.com www.yorkshirent.com ·INDIVIDUAL ·COUPLES ·FAMILY COUNSELING ·DEPRESSION ·ANXIETY ·LIFE CHANGES ·CONFLICT MANAGEMENT ·PERSONAL GROWTH 38 OAK STREET, GEORGETOWN ONTARIO Single Individuals Single Parents or Couples Payment Month Max. Benefit Phase-out Range Max. Benefit Phase-out Range June 2010 $100 $80-$82K $330 $160 - $166.6K December 2010 $100 $80-$82K $335 $160 - $166.7K June 2011 $100 $80-$82K $335 $160 - $166.7K TOTAL $300 $1,000 Single Individuals ­ Max. Benefit is reduced by 5% of income over $80K Single Parents or Couples ­ Max. Benefit is reduced by 5% of family income over $160K (905) 873-9393 HTTP://FORGECOACHINGANDCONSULTING.COM INFO@FORGECOACHINGANDCONSULTING.COM Email: barbara.byckowski@rbc.com Barbara Byckowski 905-450-1850 Q: A: Investment Advisor, BBA, PFP, CFP I'm not sure if I am positioned properly for the current market conditions. Under what circumstances should I consider a second opinion? NEED HELP WITH YOUR TAXES? Let the Professionals at BTPC* Chartered Accountants help you elminate the stress by maximizing your refund. E-file and "While You Wait" Services available. Certain conditions apply. When markets have today's volatility, many people are wondering if there are alternatives to their current investment strategy which will position them better to benefit from markets ahead. Now may be the right time to ask for a second opinion. A second opinion is complimentary and reviews your current holdings in light of your current objectives, overall financial plan and current market opportunities. Rob Carrick of the Globe and Mail has written an article which highlights the attributes of a trustworthy adviser. According to Mr. Carrick your advisor should: * be comfortable speaking about fees and commissions ­ evasiveness is a warning signal. * have good communications skills ­ talks in everyday language and provides clear explanations without the jargon. * ask questions ­ display curiosity and interest about you as a person. * make time for clients ­ replies promptly to inquiries and doesn't make you feel like you're imposing on a busy person. If you would like a second opinion and an opportunity to work with an advisor you can trust, feel free to give me a call at 905-450-1850. Happy 7th Birthday Noah Carter! *BUTTLE & TAVANO PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 348 Guelph St. Unit 4, Georgetown 905-873-8837 www.BTPC.ca RBC Dominion Securities Inc.* and Royal Bank of Canada are separate corporate entities which are affiliated. *Member CIPF, ®Registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada, Used under licence, RBC Dominion Securities is a registered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. Used under licence. ©Copyright 2010. All rights reserved. Barbara Byckowski is an Investment Advisor with RBC Dominion Securities Inc. Member CIPF This article is for information purposes only. Please consult with a personal advisor before taking any action based on information in this article. Barbara can be reached at 905-450-1850. Lots of Love from: Mommy and all your family We love you very much!