lytheraquos

Penticton, BC
+1 819 333 2805

Tax Optimization That Actually Works

We've spent years figuring out what the Canada Revenue Agency really wants to see. Our strategies aren't theoretical—they're built from real client cases and thousands of hours working with businesses just like yours.

Real Strategy Development, Not Cookie-Cutter Advice

Every business owner we meet tells us the same thing: their previous accountant gave them generic advice that didn't fit their actual situation. That's exactly what we don't do. Instead, we dig into your specific circumstances and build strategies around how your business actually operates.

Recent Client Example

A manufacturing client came to us paying too much in corporate tax because they were treating equipment purchases wrong. After restructuring their depreciation schedule and adjusting their fiscal year-end timing, we reduced their annual tax liability by ,000—money that went straight back into expanding their operations.

What makes our approach different is that we start with your business goals, not with tax forms. Whether you're planning to expand, sell, or just want more cash flow, we reverse-engineer the tax strategy from what you're actually trying to accomplish.

Marshall Brookfield

Senior Tax Strategist

"The best tax strategy is invisible to the CRA because it follows their rules perfectly while maximizing your legitimate deductions. It's not about pushing boundaries—it's about knowing exactly where those boundaries are."

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Corporate Tax Strategy

We work with incorporated businesses to structure their tax planning around actual cash flow needs and growth plans.

  • Income splitting through family trusts
  • Capital gains optimization timing
  • Equipment depreciation scheduling
  • Inter-company dividend planning
  • Professional corporation strategies
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Personal Tax Planning

High-income earners need sophisticated strategies that go beyond basic RRSP contributions and standard deductions.

  • Principal residence optimization
  • Investment income structuring
  • Pension income splitting strategies
  • US tax treaty utilization
  • Estate planning integration
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Ongoing Tax Advisory

Tax planning isn't a once-a-year conversation. We provide year-round guidance to help you make decisions that support your tax strategy.

  • Quarterly strategy reviews
  • Transaction structure advice
  • CRA audit support
  • Legislative change updates
  • Cross-border tax coordination

How We Build Your Tax Strategy

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Complete Financial Review

We start by understanding your complete financial picture—not just your tax returns, but your actual business operations, personal goals, and family situation.

• Review last three years of financial statements and tax returns
• Analyze current business structure and ownership
• Identify immediate and long-term financial objectives
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Strategy Development & Modeling

Based on your specific situation, we develop multiple tax scenarios and model their financial impact over the next 3-5 years.

• Create detailed projections for each recommended strategy
• Compare tax savings against implementation costs
• Present clear recommendations with expected outcomes
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Implementation & Monitoring

We handle the technical implementation and provide ongoing monitoring to ensure your strategy continues working as business conditions change.

• Execute necessary legal and accounting changes
• Coordinate with your legal and investment advisors
• Quarterly reviews and strategy adjustments