Being an accountant, I'll chime in with a couple money points to consider:
- the new income splitting measures introduced by the federal government in October relates to common-law partners as well. So if you move in together eventually you'll be able to take advantage of it. Ideally for income splitting there is a large discrepancy in incomes.
- no idea what her income is but if it will likely affect the amount of taxes you pay due to the non-refundable tax credits. This is assuming of course you're common-law (and then eventually married).
- if there's a large discrepancy in assets you may want to consider a pre-nuptial.
Lots to consider with respect to taxes and estate planning. But of course life isn't all about taxes, congrats on the new relationship and all the best!
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