UFile Podcast
UFile Podcast
Your taxes, your way
Weekly Canadian podcast hosted by Gerry & Lisa. We'll cover a variety of tax topics and offer tips and tools.
Common Tax Filing Mistakes to Avoid
Filing your tax return doesn’t have to be stressful—but small mistakes can lead to delays, missed refunds, or unexpected notices. In this episode, we break down the most common tax filing errors people make and show you how to avoid them. From forgotten slips and incorrect personal information to overlooked deductions and credits, we’ll walk you through what trips up taxpayers most often—and how to file with confidence. Whether you’re filing on your own or using tax software, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert insights to help you submit an accurate return and make the most of tax season. Website: https://www.ufile.ca/
Apr 24
23 min
Top deductions on your tax return
There are a multitude of deductions that are found on the tax return that can help you reduce your tax bill. Let’s look at some of the more useful ones. Link to the blog: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/02/20/top-deductions-on-your-tax-return Website: https://www.ufile.ca/
Apr 13
19 min
Tax Update 2025
Important tax changes are coming for 2025 – We’ve rounded up the biggest updates affecting your wallet this year — and what they mean for your next return. Blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/02/12/tax-update-2025 website: https://www.ufile.ca/ufile
Mar 4
28 min
Do RRSP loans make sense
RRSP loans can make sense as a tool to supercharge your RRSP contributions. Let’s look at the pros and cons of RRSP loans and if they’re worthwhile. Blog article:https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2026/01/26/do-rrsp-loans-make-sense Website: https://www.ufile.ca/ufile
Feb 9
21 min
Top family credits and benefits
Top family tax credits and benefits In this podcast, Gerry and Ida will discuss some of the top family tax credits and benefits. Canada Child Benefit Child Care expenses Spousal amount and eligible dependant Disabled child or spouse (Disability Tax Credit) Detailed blog article on this topic: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/03/25/top-family-credits-and-benefits UFile – Your taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca
Apr 18, 2024
24 min
RRSP vs TFSA vs FHSA
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will compare all three registered accounts offered by the federal government: RRSP, TFSA, and FHSA *Introduction *Basic characteristics *Eligibility *Contributions *Contribution limits when withdrawing *Expiry of accounts *Transfers between accounts *Conclusion Detailed blog article on this topic: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/02/21/comparing-the-rrsp-and-the-tfsa-with-the-fhsa UFile – Your taxes, your way – www.ufile.ca
Mar 22, 2024
32 min
Tax Update 2023
Tax update 2023 In this podcast, Ida and Gerry discuss the upcoming tax changes for the 2023 tax return. Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) Canada Worker's Benefit (CWB) advance payments Residential property flipping rule Multigenerational home renovation tax credit Tradesperson tools expense deduction Home office expenses - flat-rate method Tax rate reduction - Quebec Link of detailed blog article: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2024/02/07/tax-update-2023 UFile - Your taxes, your way
Feb 14, 2024
31 min
Five overlooked tax deductions and credits
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will discuss five overlooked tax deductions and credits: Moving expenses Carryforwards Carrybacks (retroactive claims) Medical expenses Disability tax credit Detailed blog article on this topic: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/04/18/five-overlooked-tax-deductions-and-credits UFile – Your taxes, you way www.ufile.ca
Apr 19, 2023
20 min
Canada's affordability plan
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry discuss the components of the Canada Affordability Plan. The components are: Doubling of the GST credit Canada Dental benefit Canada Housing Benefit Blog article detailing the plan: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/01/10/canada-s-affordability-plan UFile – Your Taxes, your way
Mar 27, 2023
16 min
Tax update 2022
In this podcast, Ida and Gerry will describe the upcoming tax changes for 2022 (and some for 2023). The changes that will be covered are: Tax-free first home savings account (FHSA) Labour Mobility Deduction (LMD) Home Buyer’s amount Home accessibility tax credit Doubling of the GST credit Canada Dental Benefit Canada Housing Benefit Immediate expensing of depreciable property Canada Worker’s Benefit (CWB) Staycation credit (Ontario) Blog article detailing the tax changes: https://www.ufile.ca/tips-and-tools/ufile-blog/ufile-blog/2023/02/15/tax-update-2022 UFile - your taxes, your way : www.ufile.ca
Feb 16, 2023
29 min
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