Halton Women’s Place is an organization providing shelter and crisis services for physically, emotionally, financially and sexually abused women and their dependent children and is dedicated to ending violence against women and their children.
The Season of Giving - Day 7
The Season of Giving - Day 6
The Season of Giving - Day 5
The Season of Giving - Day 4
Formed by members of the community in 1974, the Burlington Humane Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping Burlington’s stray and abandoned animals. They believe that each and every animal that comes into their care deserves a better life, and has the right to a safe and loving home.
The Season of Giving - Day 3
The Season of Giving - Day 2
In 1949, desperate to find a cure and protect their children from polio, mothers across Canada joined in a North America-wide fundraising effort, going door to door in their own neighbourhoods to collect dimes. The sheer scope of the campaign led entertainer Eddie Cantor to suggest the name "March of Dimes", based on the song "Brother can you spare a dime?" produced during the Great Depression.
The Season of Giving - Day 1
Nellie’s mission is to operate programs and services for women and children who have and are experiencing oppressions such as violence, poverty and homelessness. Nellie’s is a community based feminist organization which operates within an anti-racist, anti-oppression framework. We are committed to social change through education and advocacy, to achieve social justice for all women and children.
Fence Location Dispute
Transfer of Matrimonial Property
When a couple decides to separate, one of the primary concerns involve what is to come of the matrimonial home. Several options exist at this point. For one, the parties may elect to have the matrimonial home sold, and to then have the sale proceeds divided according to agreed upon allotments outlined in a separation agreement. Alternatively, one party may elect to purchase the other party’s interest in the property. This process involves transferring the title of the home solely into the name of the party purchasing the interest of the other. Whichever route a separating couple elect to take, it will be outlined in detail in a binding separation agreement.
Maintaining Positive Cash Flow for Your Small Business
Family Law Litigation - Part 1
Calculating Equalization
If a married couple decides to separate or divorce, both parties are entitled to what is called the equalization of net family property. This means that each spouse is automatically entitled to an equal share of the profits of that marriage. Barring a domestic contract between the spouses, either spouse can apply for equalization of family property under the Ontario Family Law Act (FLA).
Carson Law's Client Spotlight for October
September Client Spotlight - Investor Girl Diana
Diana is a knowledgeable and experienced Real Estate Investor in Southern Ontario, with several BRRRRs, flips and private lends under her belt. As an avid networker, Diana has leveraged her extensive network to position herself as a valuable resource for aspiring investors by providing her community with a broad scope of valuable information from experts in the field.
Carson Law's Client Spotlight for September 2021 - Ama La Terra
Home Office Expenses and the CRA
Start a Home Based Business on Your Terms with These Guidelines
Written by Ted James @ tedknowsmoney.com
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Starting a home-based business may seem like a distant daydream, but there are several ways to turn your ideas into a reality. The key is to think carefully about the kind of business you want to run — and the kind of entrepreneur you want to be — and what it will take to make that happen.
Start With a Well-Chosen Structure
Your business structure is more than just a legal requirement for paying taxes. It can provide benefits to your growing venture, especially in the long run. If you think you might add partners or investors, or if you want to protect personal assets, this will determine which business structure is best for your situation. Once you decide, connect with a legal professional from Carson Law to help you formalize your entity.
Tending Basic Legalities
As a business owner, there are plenty of forms, licenses, and permits required for a startup venture, and it’s important to make sure you have these taken care of in the very beginning. In some cases, this paperwork can determine how you pay your business taxes or how you go about hiring employees. And if you’re thinking about hiring employees, you’ll also need to start thinking about staying on top of payroll. Fortunately, you can use a payroll app to tackle things like issuing paychecks, setting reminders, and even paying your payroll taxes.
Be Successful Wherever You Work
Once you have the paperwork out of the way, it’s time to start thinking about getting to work. Starting a home-based business means you need to have a solid workspace that’s free of distractions, but it doesn’t have to be an expensive endeavor. If you have a spare room, basement area, shed, or garage, you can transform the space into a quiet spot to work from each day pretty easily. Make sure you have access to the internet, as well as a variety of devices such as a reliable computer or laptop, a printer, and noise-canceling headphones to help you stay on track if your family will be home with you. Look for storage solutions that will help you stay organized no matter how much you have on your plate, as well as a data plan that will help you keep your phone and internet bills reasonable.
If you simply don’t have an appropriate space at home and adding one isn’t an option, consider a coworking space. You can find a spot with the interaction — or privacy — necessary for your personal productivity, and these spaces are typically equipped with everything you need to get down to business. Plus, they naturally lend themselves to networking opportunities.
Find support
After you’re established, Callrail points out that it’s a good idea to look for support within your community and from other small business owners. These days, there are several ways you can network with like-minded individuals, from social media to conventions and other events. Think about your company’s branding and marketing plan and how you can make the most of it by partnering with other businesses, especially if you don’t plan to have a storefront. This is a great way to get your business’s name out there.
Starting a business involves a lot of planning and some careful steps, so it’s important not to rush through your decision-making process. Finding support and guidance from other small business owners is key, as they can help to mentor you as you get started.
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Carson Law's Client Spotlight for August 2021 - JAAG Properties Inc
JAAG Properties Inc is one of the top companies in the Rent-To-Own industry today. JAAG Properties was founded in 2014 by Adam Wissink, President/CEO, and Alfonso Salemi, VP of Relations. JAAG Properties is based in London, ON but has over 100 Rent-To-Own properties across Ontario as well as in 6 provinces.
Carson Law's Client Spotlight for August 2021 - Flower Creations
Flower Creations has been in business in the Toronto area since 2001, earning a sterling reputation as a reliable, creative florist. They have impressively grown from a small family flower shop business in Toronto into the main destination of quality flowers and plants to many well-known corporations.