DECEMBER 31st – LAST CHANCE FOR 2012 YEAR-END TAX PLANNING - MNP’s tips to keep more money in your pocket

(December 18, 2012)----It’s that time of year again… when individuals and business owners start thinking about income tax planning. And while tax planning should take place throughout the year, December 31stgenerally marks the last date for transactions that can affect your 2012 taxes. “With the holidays just around the corner, tax planning can sometimes take a backseat to other matters,” says Don Carson, Greater Toronto Area Tax Leader for MNP LLP. “By planning now and reviewing our checklist of tax planning tips, you can easily track what you need to do in order to minimize the shock