318 – Could Canada Have a Simpler Tax System? with Neal Winokur

318 – Could Canada Have a Simpler Tax System? with Neal Winokur

Author: Doug Hoyes October 3, 2020 Duration: 35:50

Filing income taxes can be complicated, especially if you're a self-employed individual. And if you can't afford an accountant, you fall behind on filing your taxes and face trouble with the Canada Revenue Agency. Could we make the Canadian tax system simpler?  And what would a simpler system mean for tax deductions? Enter Neal Winokur, author of the The Grumpy Accountant - One Fed-Up Tax Pro's Practical Plan to Fix Canada's Senselessly Complicated Tax System​. On today's podcast, Neal shares his radical vision for an easier income tax system and what it would look like for everyday Canadians. He and Doug Hoyes also discuss whether the government could consider other sources of revenue instead of income taxes and the impact on Canadian politics. It's a lively discussion so be sure to tune in!

Related Links:

Neal Winokur's website: https://grumpyaccountant.ca/

The Grumpy Accountant - One Fed-Up Tax Pro's Practical Plan to Fix Canada's Senselessly Complicated Tax System On Amazon: https://amzn.to/33Wpnd9


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