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George E. Dube, CPA, CA
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Bare trusts: New reporting rules may surprise you

The term “bare trust” may be something you’ve heard about but not contemplated too much. Until fairly recently, you may in fact have had a

George Dube November 5, 2025

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Does my family trust own my real estate?

Understanding how your structure holds your assets is a key part of figuring out a plan that helps you protect assets and save assets while

George Dube September 13, 2024

Ownership strategies for real estate investors: Incorporate or not?

Over many years of speaking with real estate investors, both new to the business and those who have been investing for many years, the number

George Dube April 3, 2024

Can I get financing with a family trust?

Is it possible to get financing with a family trust? I’ve encountered this question numerous times, and I understand the importance of finding clarity on

George Dube April 3, 2024

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How do you divide assets with a family trust in Canada?

Today, I want to tackle a question that I often hear when introducing the concept of a family trust to my clients: “How do I

George Dube March 28, 2024

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When “knowing better” costs millions in taxes lost | Bow Tie Tales

Today, I want to dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: the costly consequences of thinking we “know better”

George Dube March 23, 2024

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Money partner accounting questions: Investor Life Tactical Tuesday

It was my pleasure to recently sit down with Corey Young, one of the founders of Investor Life, as part of their Tactical Tuesday sessions.

George Dube March 12, 2024

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Three family trust disadvantages for medical professionals

Today I’m diving into a topic that’s crucial for you as a medical professional in Canada to understand: family trusts. In this blog post, I

George Dube February 25, 2024

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Three family trust disadvantages for real estate investors

Now, I know I usually sprinkle rainbows and lollipops about setting up family trusts, but let’s dive into the real talk about the three family

George Dube February 3, 2024

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When should you set up a family trust in Canada?

You might be wondering, “When should you set up family trust?” Is it when the kids are born, when they hit a certain age, or

George Dube January 17, 2024

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Investing in a limited partnership (LP)

Today, I’m delving into the realm of investment opportunities—specifically, investing in a limited partnership (LP). As someone who works with many General Partner/Limited Partner structures

George Dube January 8, 2024

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Why set up a family trust in Canada?

As someone passionate about maximizing wealth while minimizing tax burdens, I’m excited to unravel some of the mysteries behind why setting up a family trust

George Dube December 27, 2023

What is a family trust?

In my many meetings over the years, I often get to answer the questionWhat is a family trust? With rules changes in the mid-2010s, the

George Dube December 12, 2023

Family trusts: Ultimate FAQ for real estate investors

Questions about family trusts are one of the hottest topics I discuss with real estate investors. Watch my Ultimate FAQ for Real Estate Investors video

George Dube December 11, 2023

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Case Study: Creating tax savings and wealth using OPM (Other People’s Money)

Canadian real estate investors, medical professionals, and other business owners are constantly seeking ways to create tax savings and generate wealth, to realize a lasting

George Dube September 29, 2023