In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah Larbi is joined by guest co-host Kelly Gong to interview Michal Wach, a real estate tax specialist who transitioned from a career in policing to helping investors navigate the complex world of Canadian taxes. Michal breaks down why “doing it yourself” is the fastest way to fall behind and why the CRA’s new tools mean transparency is no longer optional. In this episode, Sarah, Kelly, and Michal discuss: The “Invisible” Partner: Why the CRA is always a partner in your deals and how to manage that relationship. AI and the CRA: How technology is making it easier for the government to find discrepancies. The HST Monster: Understanding why HST is never “your money” and the dangers of neglecting it. Personal vs. Corporate: When is the right time to move from owning properties in your personal name to a corporate structure? The Power Team: Why having a bookkeeper and a tax-specialist accountant is non-negotiable for growth. Common Pitfalls: The biggest mistakes investors make during tax season and how to avoid them. Michal Wach is the founder of Wach Tax Services. After building his own real estate portfolio and serving as a police officer, he realized his true passion lay in the “detective work” of tax strategy. He now specializes in helping Canadian real estate investors keep more of what they earn through smart planning and meticulous bookkeeping. To learn more and access past episodes, visit: https://sarahlarbi.com/podcast-home Connect with Michal Wach: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wachtaxservices/ Website: https://wachtaxservices.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-wach-cpa-ca-2955a37/ This episode has been brought to you in part by: Ryan DeLaurentis, Flip Savvy – https://flipsavvy.ca/ Matt Pickering, National Bank [email protected] Do you need help or ideas for your own real estate investing business? Reach out and let us support your journey www.sarahlarbi.com or email [email protected] post Real Estate Taxes, AI Audits, and Staying Ahead of the CRA first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

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