Media Feature
May 02, 2024
Federal Budget Insights | Canadian Family Offices x The Schmidt Investment Group
The Good, The Bad, and Everything Between: Federal Budget Insights from Marvin J. Schmidt
Hear from our Founder, Principal and Senior Wealth Advisor, Marvin Schmidt, on the impacts of the federal budget announcement in a recent interview with Canadian Family Offices!
The article delves into the perspectives of leading family office advisors across Canada shedding light on the good, the so-so, and the challenging aspects of the budget changes, focusing on those that disproportionately affect ultra-high net worth families.
The article covers the following items in detail:
The Good News: Marvin highlights positive shifts in the Alternative Minimum Tax for charitable donations, offering relief for both donors and charities alike.
The So-So News: The Super Exemption for share transfers to Employee Ownership Trusts and the Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive spark nuanced viewpoints, addressing potential benefits and concerns for business owners.
The Bad News: Marvin passionately discusses the implications of the increased capital gains inclusion rate, emphasizing its potential deterrent effects on business investment and innovation in Canada.
Final Thoughts: Marvin calls for simpler tax systems and strategic incentives to foster economic growth and innovation, echoing sentiments shared by many ultra-high net worth families navigating these changes.
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Read the full article here.