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2023 Tax Update: Surplus Stripping, Trusts, AMT rules and AI

An In-Depth Exploration of Tax Law, Intergenerational Wealth Transfer, Trust Reporting, and AI Impact on Tax Practices

Created byNathan Geib
4.5
(294 reviews)
IntermediateUpdated Oct 30, 2023
2023 Tax Update: Surplus Stripping, Trusts, AMT rules and AI

What You'll Learn

check_circleComprehensive Understanding of Tax Law Evolution: Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the historical evolution of tax law, identifying its role in ancient civilizations and tracing its development to the contemporary era. By grasping the historical context, they will be able to interpret and apply current tax legislation more effectively.
check_circleProficiency in Intergenerational Wealth Transfer Strategies: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to analyze proposed intergenerational transfer rules, evaluating their implications and exploring effective planning considerations. Through real-life case studies and practical applications, they will develop the ability to navigate challenges in distinguishing between legitimate transfers and abusive practices.
check_circleMastery of Trust Reporting Rules and Problem-solving Skills: Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of trust reporting rules, including the identification of relevant parties and the consequences of non-compliance. Moreover, they will be equipped to analyze practical issues in trust reporting and propose potential solutions for these challenges.
check_circleComprehension of AI's Impact on Tax Planning and Reporting: Students will explore the role of Artificial Intelligence in tax practices, understanding its capabilities in research and its disruptive potential in the tax profession. By the end of the course, participants will grasp how AI influences tax planning and reporting, preparing them to adapt to the evolving landscape of the tax profession.

About This Course

Delve into an in-depth exploration of tax law intricacies, intergenerational wealth transfer, trust reporting, and the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence on tax practices. This webinar is intended for CPA small practitioners, tax professionals, financial advisors, and individuals interested in understanding the complexities of tax law and the potential future of the tax profession. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of tax legislation, recent proposals, potential impacts, and the evolving role of AI in tax planning and reporting.

The webinar covers the following key areas:

  1. Introduction to Tax Law and Its Evolution: Explore the history and evolution of tax law, including the role of tax in ancient civilizations to the modern era. Understand the importance and application of historical context in interpreting current tax legislation.
  2. Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT):: We delve into the proposed amendments to the AMT regime, discussing how changes in rates, exemptions, and adjustments could affect different income types, deductions, and credits. We also provide practical examples and planning tips.
  3. Intergenerational Wealth Transfer: Understand the proposed intergenerational transfer rules, their implications, and potential planning considerations. Analyze real-life situations and practical applications, while discussing the challenges in drafting laws to distinguish between abusive strips and legitimate transfers.
  4. Trust Reporting Rules and Practical Challenges: Learn about the new reporting and disclosure requirements for certain trusts applicable for taxation years ending after December 30, 2023. Gain a comprehensive understanding of trust reporting rules, including the identification of all relevant parties and the impact of non-compliance.
  5. Inter-generational Transfers: We outline the changes introduced by Bill C-208 to facilitate inter-generational transfers of small business shares or family farm or fishing corporation shares. We also highlight potential abuses and the government’s intention to introduce amendments to address them.
  6. Artificial Intelligence and Tax: Discuss the role of Artificial Intelligence in tax planning and reporting. Understand the capabilities of AI in tax research and its potential to disrupt the tax profession.
  7. Surplus Stripping and Anti-Avoidance Rules: Delve into the concept of surplus stripping, its history, and the anti-avoidance rules implemented to counter it. Understand the difference between genuine transfers and non-genuine transfers.
  8. Future of Tax Profession: Discuss the anticipated changes in the tax profession due to the advancement of AI. Explore strategies to stay updated in the rapidly evolving field, and discuss how to prepare for the future.
Throughout the course, real-life examples and case studies will be discussed to provide practical insights into the topics. Active participation is encouraged with opportunities for questions and discussion. The course will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complex landscape of tax law and the emerging role of AI in the field.

Your Instructors

Nathan Geib
Nathan Geib
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The CPA Small Practitioners’ Forum was created to offer an inviting, semi-causal, and easygoing professional development weekend that provides substantial professional development value to small practitioners. All profit earned by the CPA Small Practitioners’ Forum is donated to the Alberta CPA Education Foundation, so you are helping young people in Canada get scholarships for university. All these courses are reviewed by the delegates at the Forum in Banff annually so we have a great lineup that is adjusted every year to keep things relevant to small practitioners. If you work at a public accounting firm in Canada with employees of 1-50 people, you are our target demographic and you should find this course useful.

Kim G C Moody, FCPA, FCA, TEP
Kim G C Moody, FCPA, FCA, TEP

CEO | Moodys Private Client Accounting, Moodys TaxCEO

The antithesis of the status quo, Kim is driven to innovate new and better ways to do things for the clients he serves, the advancement of the firm, and other professionals in tax. His relentless obsession with getting to know everything in the Tax Act makes him a highly sought-out resource for peers and clients. In March 2020, Kim published his first book, Making Life Less Taxing: Pay Attention To Your Taxes So You Can Pay Less Tax and Build a Strong, Smarter Canada – an Amazon bestseller in a number of categories. Kim’s primary area of expertise is tax and estate planning for owner-managers of private corporations and executives, particularly those who have entered into the tax complexities that come with being affluent. Though admittedly not one himself, Kim works with many professional athletes (a guy has got to dream after all). Kim also has expertise in trust and estate taxation and enjoys solving the complexities that arise in developing a well-thought-out estate and succession plan and dealing with testamentary taxation matters.

Credit Information

Is this course eligible for my CPD requirements as a Canadian CPA?

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