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  • Case Study: The self-employed tax debtor
    consumer proposal,  case studies,  income tax

    Case Study: The self-employed tax debtor

    August 4, 2013 / No Comments

    Self Employed With Tax Debt To CRA Don (not his real name) was in a real pickle. He was a gentleman in his late 50s supporting a family of three, consisting of his stay at home wife and young niece. He was the sole income earner in the household, which was stressful enough, but he also was in trouble with the Canada Revenue Agency. You see, Don was a self-employed consultant in the construction industry. Although he earned very good money (almost $120,000 per year), he hadn’t put  any money away in the last few years to pay his annual tax bill to the Taxman. As a result, he owed…

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    How CRA collects income tax debt

    July 10, 2010 /

    The Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) has significant powers under the Income Tax Act (“ITA”) to collect personal income tax debt. This post examines the collection procedures most commonly used. Charge over real property Under Section 223 of the ITA, the CRA can register a lien over a debtors home (or any other real estate owned by the debtor). It does so through the following steps: The Ministry of Revenue issues a certificate which certifies an amount owing by the tax debtor This certificate is registered with the Federal Court and when so registered, it has the same effect as if the certificate were a judgment obtained against the debtor for…

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    Bankruptcy and personal income tax debt

    June 20, 2010 /

    Despite beliefs to the contrary, personal income tax debt is treated no differently than most other types of debt under Canadian bankruptcy law. However, this statement comes with a caveat, which we’ll examine later later in this post. Here is a typical scenario that I’ve come across frequently: The debtor is self-employed and for one reason or another, has not filed personal income tax returns for a number of years; She eventually has her earnings garnished by the Canada Revenue Agency. She calls CRA to find out what’s going on, and is told that they performed an arbitrary assessment of the income taxes that she owes, since she never filed…

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    When you owe taxes to the Canada Revenue Agency

    September 22, 2005 / No Comments

    Yes, you owe income tax debt to the Taxman: sometimes it feel like you’re working for no one but him; especially if you are a high income earner. Therefore, it’s no surprise that income tax payers: Find ways to shelter their income. For many self-employed individuals, particularly some professionals, they do this by investing in tax shelters. However, when one’s tax shelters get disallowed by Canada Revenue Agency and a reassessment is issued, what can be done if the tax bill can’t be paid? Fail to remit income tax installments altogether, and end up with significant penalties and interest. When the assessment or reassessment comes in, some tax debtors are…

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Ursula Purvis
Ursula Purvis
19:51 04 Jun 20
Being free of this large and daunting debt wasn’t something we thought was attainable 5 years ago but with the kind... and professional help of Victor and Mary, we are officially debt free today! We are beyond grateful and highly recommend them if you are looking for a stress free and reliable help in becoming debt free!read more
Sarah A Maezing
Sarah A Maezing
13:41 01 Jun 20
I wish I could give Victor 100 freaking stars!!! He is an intelligent professional with an awesome heart. He was very... helpful with advice and explained processes in a way that was stress free and easy to understand. If you need help with finances, stop looking and hire this man!read more
Beruk Abdisa
Beruk Abdisa
18:35 28 May 20
They helped me get my debts resolved, they are very good and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Thank you
Darwin Palma
Darwin Palma
00:56 28 Apr 20
I have only good words to say about Fong & Partners, Inc. From the very beginning they were very helpful, very patient... and supportive, and also very straightforward about the process. I'm very glad to have had them by my side through this ordeal.read more
Shah Ahsan
Shah Ahsan
17:36 08 Apr 20
Victor is a professional, honest and transparent insolvency trustee that has handled my case very well from start to... finish. Throughout the process, he has been reliable and communicative. I cannot thank him enough for his help in rehabilitating my previously dire financial situation.read more
Jason Gittens
Jason Gittens
19:19 26 Feb 20
Kind understanding people, very professional and were able to make the whole process really easy and convenient. I... highly recommend them. I likely won't be a return customer, and thats a good thing here. But if i ever had any family or friends who needed their help and expertise, i would not hesitate to recommend Fong and partners, thank you!read more
A. Brown
A. Brown
13:12 05 Feb 20
A family member had been having some debt problems, and I took her in to see Victor, after having read other google... reviews. He was very prompt in replying to my initial email inquiry and slotted us in for the next day. After reviewing all of her financial information, he concluded that it would not be in her best interest to file for bankruptcy. That really impressed me, because he does not make a dime telling us that. He could easily have gone ahead and started a bankruptcy for her and earned himself some fees, but he instead advised her on a course of action that would be most beneficial to her. You don't always see that level of honesty and integrity in the marketplace these days. Thanks, Victor.read more
Balazs Bagi
Balazs Bagi
16:41 22 Jan 20
Went and visiting Vic at his office, and he was able to help me take a closer look at my situation. His advice helped... me understand that I'm in better shape than I thought, but if I ever needed help with a proposal or bankruptcy, I wouldn't hesitate to come back and work with Fong & Partners. Thanks Vic!read more
Steve Brown
Steve Brown
15:30 09 Jan 20
Victor and Mary are great to work with. They always respond quickly to questions by email. They are very professional... and not at all judgmental. They took all the stress away and provide good financial advice.read more
Sara Liborio
Sara Liborio
19:06 08 Jan 20
I was dealing with a lot of debt on my own. I was very proud of my credit score it had been very high for many years.... It was a sense of pride to keep it in good standings. One day, feeling weighed down by this crippling debt, (most of which was not even mine) I knew I needed help. Personally, I did not feel well in claiming Bankruptcy, I wanted to take ownership of the debt but I knew it was so overwhelming and I needed help. My cousin told me about Fong and Partners. I read a few reviews and made an appointment. It was very comprehensive, Mary and Victor were very kind and reassuring. I made a 5 year payment plan that was easy enough to maintain and here we are! I am debt free! I am very grateful for the support I received at Fong and Partners and look forward to living a life as debt free as possible and rebuilding my credit score! Thank you very much Fong and Partners!read more
Mike Ross
Mike Ross
17:38 25 Nov 19
My wife and I are contemplating filing for bankruptcy but wanted to know all of our options so we could make an... informed decision. Victor was very insightful and answered all of our questions. You're in good hands with Victor Fong.read more
shokofeh rezai
shokofeh rezai
18:05 20 Nov 19
If your debts are stressing you out and you need a way out Fong and Partners should be your go to. Victor has been... helpful and patient. He will provide you with the best possible solutions to get out of your debts. Highly recommended.read more
Phillip Tanner
Phillip Tanner
17:36 14 Oct 19
Vic really knows his stuff, he was able to clearly explain what I needed to do and what my options were and how to... navigate all the paths. Gave me a lot of peace of mind.read more
Péter Zoltán
Péter Zoltán
08:11 21 Sep 19
In a desperate time he shows professionalism in explaining everything meticulously and if needed once more and once... more and once more... But what I appreciate even more is that years after the discharge he still helps in case of emergency - i just got a collection note of a discharged item, and he answered my help request within 25 minutes!!! You can trust himread more
Humayun N. Khan
Humayun N. Khan
02:51 20 Sep 19
It is very difficult to discuss financials with somebody, especially when a family is in a troubled time. It is during... these vulnerable times that Victor came forward and offered to help in every way he could. He is a service to the whole community and answers all questions honestly, openly, and gives the right guidance. He gave the pros and cons of our situation, and just speaking with him with his prompt replies made us feel at ease and see light at the end of the tunnel. While we're based in Alberta, and Victor in Toronto, he has full knowledge of laws in all of Canada and provided us a referral to someone that can help and that has worked with him. We firmly believe that Victor is not in this business solely to make money; he gets pleasure out of helping people, guiding people, and solving people's problems. A sincere thank you, Victor!read more
Caitlin O'Leary
Caitlin O'Leary
16:52 16 Sep 19
I couldn't be happier. Victor and his team have been very supportive, helpful and flexible throughout my contract. I... am thrilled to now be debt free!read more
Patrick Dingli
Patrick Dingli
02:18 31 May 19
Victor was a huge help in a time of need. If you’re in need of his services. He won’t let you down.
Heather Whittle
Heather Whittle
14:03 16 May 19
I had the pleasure of working with Victor Fong for a number of years. Extremely professional, non-judgmental and... sympathetic. One of the best in the business! I recommend Victor above all others to help you get a fresh financial start! All the best Victor!read more
Kamila Nachtmann
Kamila Nachtmann
22:25 10 Oct 18
Going through financial troubles and bankruptcy is emotionally draining. Victor and Mary are professional,... understanding and very helpful. They make you feel comfortable. So important to know you are in good hands. Very helpful and responsive, even long after the file is closed. Such a heavy weight lifted to be able to start fresh! I can't thank them enough!!! If you need help , do not look anywhere else.read more
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