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What are financial statements?
Understand the importance of financial statements to help you manage your business, pursue business opportunities, and become a more informed investor.
April 30, 2026 – 7 minutes -
How to get a mortgage when self-employed: A complete guide
Discover what you need to get a mortgage when self-employed, including income requirements, necessary documentation, and other strategies to improve your approval odds.
April 28, 2026 – 5 minutes -
Top tips for managing your business’s seasonal cash flow
Master seasonal cash flow management with expert strategies for budgeting, financing, and overall planning.
April 28, 2026 – 8 minutes -
Is equipment leasing right for my small business?
Consider whether leasing equipment is the best option for your SME, based on your business model and cash flow needs.
April 23, 2026 – 7 minutes -
Equipment financing: Lease or loan?
Learn the differences between a lease and a loan so you can choose the best option for financing your business’s equipment.
April 23, 2026 – 5 minutes -
Equipment financing: The advantages of leasing
Financing your equipment through a lease allows you to preserve your cash flow and invest it in the growth of your business.
April 23, 2026 – 5 minutes -
Bringing your banking and accounting together at tax time
Learn how collaboration between your financial advisor and accountant can maximize your tax savings as a business owner.
February 20, 2026 – 7 minutes -
10 helpful habits to strengthen your business operations
Sustainable success in business starts with building good habits. These 10 simple and strategic steps can ensure your company’s long-term growth.
February 19, 2026 – 5 minutes -
How to protect your wealth as a business owner
Separating your personal and business finances is the best way to protect your wealth. This involves maximizing tax efficiency, anticipating legal liabilities, and ensuring income diversification.
November 20, 2025 – 5 minutes -
Tax planning tips for small business owners
As a small business owner, smart tax management is key to your overall success. Learn which tax-saving tips are the most effective.
November 18, 2025 – 7 minutes -
How can business owners unlock equity to improve cash flow and drive growth?
Being able to unlock equity for your business is key to improving its liquidity. Learn how cash flow can help grow your business.
November 13, 2025 – 4 minutes -
Is a holding company the right option for you?
Holding companies have changed, and you might have considered setting one up. Find out if they’re a suitable option for you based on their benefits and drawbacks.
April 04, 2025 – 6 minutes -
How to finance a business
To finance a new business venture, first assess your needs, then choose among the options available to you. Learn more here.
March 18, 2025 – 8 minutes -
Does your personal credit history affect your SME’s financing?
You could be turned down for a business loan if your personal credit history is poor. Learn how you can avoid this.
November 07, 2024 – 5 minutes -
Capital Dividend Account: What for?
The capital dividend account is a tax account that is particularly appreciated by shareholders. When its balance is positive, it allows payment of a tax-free dividend to shareholders. Discover how it works.
July 12, 2024 – 5 minutes -
Financing innovation within your business
Want to finance an innovation project for your company? Here are a few useful tips and resources to help you achieve your goal.
July 26, 2023 – 8 minutes -
Business transfer: Plan for a successful business turnaround
Need to develop a recovery plan in order to transfer your troubled business? Here’s how you can do a business turnaround and get back on track.
June 14, 2023 – 8 minutes -
How to manage currency risk and exchange rates?
Does your company do business in a foreign currency? Learn all about currency risk and the tools that are available to protect you.
June 07, 2023 – 7 minutes -
ISO 20022: The payment revolution
Learn more about ISO 20022: The payment revolution in the messaging development standard. Discover our conversation with CGI and RedCompass Labs.
December 02, 2022 – 9 minutes -
How to recession-proof your business
Learn about strategic planning, all the advantages it represents for your business, and how to make your plans a reality.
July 29, 2022 – 6 minutes -
Business liquidity: How to optimize cash flow?
Close monitoring of your business accounting and cash flow can help you get through difficult times. Here’s how.
July 04, 2022 – 4 minutes -
Invoice factoring companies: What are the benefits?
Invoice factoring is a service offered by companies that buy your unpaid customer invoices and pay you for them. Find out how it works.
June 20, 2022 – 5 minutes -
How does a policy interest rate hike affect businesses?
A policy interest rate hike and inflation are sure to impact your business. Here’s how you can protect yourself.
June 17, 2022 – 6 minutes -
Business accounting: managing the finances of your SME
Properly managing your business accounts can generate valuable information. Check out our simple tips to set and optimize your SME’s accounting.
April 14, 2022 – 7 minutes -
How to calculate your hourly rate as a self-employed worker
Learn how to calculate your hourly rate as a freelancer so you can make the most of your contracts and maximize your profits.
April 08, 2022 – 7 minutes -
Understanding cash damming
You are self-employed or a rental property owner ? Find out how cash damming could help you pay less tax. Read our tips.
April 01, 2022 – 6 minutes -
Is it better to pay yourself a salary or dividends?
Make the right choice and reduce your taxes: Should you opt for a salary or dividends? Here's what you need to know.
December 31, 2021 – 8 minutes -
Filing a tax return for your business in Canada
Does filing your business tax return feel complicated and confusing in Canada? Here are some basic guidelines to help you.
December 09, 2021 – 8 minutes -
Tax returns for the self-employed
Are you self-employed? Find out how to fill out your tax return, what you have to pay, and if you should pay in instalments.
December 06, 2021 – 6 minutes -
How to find private investors and win them over
Learn how you can find investors and convince them to make a private equity investment in your business projects.
December 01, 2021 – 6 minutes -
How much to set aside when you are a freelancer?
Are you a freelancer? See our tips on how much to set aside for taxes and other obligations if your cash flow fluctuates.
August 09, 2021 – 4 minutes -
The right way to draw down your investments in a holding company
Discover some key principles for drawing down your investments in a holding company and reducing your income taxes after retirement.
July 26, 2021 – 6 minutes -
Working capital: A precious tool for businesses to lean on
Working capital is crucial to the growth and financial health of any business. Learn how to calculate it to come out on top.
April 07, 2020 – 7 minutes -
Entrepreneurs: various investment strategies
When a business generates profits, what should be done with these funds? Here's what a chartered accountant has to say about investment strategies.
November 04, 2018 – 6 minutes -
Find alternative funding sources
The popularity of crowdfunding is undeniable. More and more entrepreneurs are using it to raise capital to launch their start-ups. Here are some tips for a successful crowdfunding campaign.
November 03, 2018 – 6 minutes
