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Salary vs Dividends for Owner-Managers: Planning Framework
A high-level way to evaluate compensation choices while coordinating personal and corporate priorities.
Compensation decisions affect both current cash and long-term tax posture. The right mix depends on profitability, reinvestment plans, and personal income requirements.
Estimate both scenarios with assumptions documented in writing. That makes year-over-year planning easier and simplifies conversations with your accountant.
A structured estimate should never replace professional advice, but it can significantly improve the quality of planning discussions.
Educational content only. Confirm tax positions with CRA resources and professional review.
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