Encompass has expertise in a variety of industries with clients ranging from doctors to real estate development companies. We have a high level of industry-specific knowledge and we understand the nuances of your business. Our Vancouver accountants and advisors will develop tailored solutions unique to your industry and individual needs.
Medical and Dental Professionals
We offer personalized advisory and accounting services for medical and dental professionals. Our team has a deep understanding of your unique business aspects, including insurance plans, RRSP matching, rebates offered to doctors and more. We know just how busy medical and dental professionals are. With our help, you can focus on providing care to your patients, while we focus on your accounting, tax and business needs.
Our Services:
- Medical and dental professional incorporation versus sole proprietorship
- Debt and student loan considerations
- Bookkeeping assistance
- Professional and personal tax returns
- Estate planning, wealth preservation and succession planning
Real Estate
We work with individuals and corporations who own, operate and develop residential and commercial real estate. We understand the unique accounting and tax issues relating to the real estate industry.
Our Services:
- Structuring partnerships, corporations and joint ventures for real estate development
- GST/HST compliance, including:
- GST and property sales
- Self-supply rules for developers
- Storage and Warehousing industry expertise
- Accounting standards for real estate industry
- Personal residence taxation issues
Technology
The technology industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in British Columbia and our clients are at its forefront, including start-ups, SaaS and online retail businesses. Operating in such a competitive, global environment requires accounting and business services that are innovative, adaptable and strategic.
Our Services:
- Start-up considerations including share capital structure and financing
- Assistance with tax credits including SR&ED, Venture Capital Tax Credit and Interactive Digital Media
- Equity compensation and stock option planning
- Canadian versus foreign ownership considerations
Retail and Service Businesses
Our clients include “bricks and mortar” and online retail businesses, as well as professional and personal services.
Our Services:
- GST/HST on services rendered within and outside Canada
- Maximizing write-offs for capital purchases
- Foreign exchange accounting and tax assistance
- Working with regulated professionals such as real estate, notaries and health professionals
- Tax incentives for hiring tradespeople
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