From the Source with Frankie and Sarah

From the Source with Frankie and Sarah

Welcome to From the Source with Frankie and Sarah from Baker Tilly KDN. In this podcast, we provide a place for business owners and entrepreneurs to get the facts they need to understand and overcome their tax planning challenges. Join us for this journey as Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley draw from years of expertise and guest experts to help make complex tax planning concepts make sense. Baker Tilly KDN is a full-service accounting firm providing assurance, tax and related business advisory services to a broad range of clientele from our offices in the Kawartha, Durham and Northumberland regions of Ontario. Baker Tilly KDN LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Ltd.

Episodes

January 8, 2026 22 mins

For physicians and medical professionals, the financial journey from residency to retirement can be as complex as any clinical case. 

Frankie and Sarah welcome Deanna Cregg, Partner at Arcadian Group, to unpack the key tax and structuring decisions doctors face at each career stage.

From the first days of self-employment to...

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Expanding into the United States sounds exciting… until the tax rules hit you.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah sit down with cross-border tax specialist David Downie to unravel the real considerations Canadian business owners face when they decide to move south, scale into new markets, or invest across the border.

What s...

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When your budget update sounds like “not much to see here,” you know it’s been a quiet year in tax, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot to unpack. 

Frankie and Sarah sit down with Baker Tilly tax partner Rosa Maria Iuliano, who’s been locked in on federal budgets for over two decad...

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What happens when an estate includes non-resident beneficiaries or is managed by a non-resident executor? 

In this follow-up to their previous episode on non-resident property owners, Frankie and Sarah welcome Baker Tilly Ottawa partner Julianne McLaren for a deep dive into the lesser-known tax implications of estate distributions involving non-residents.

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What happens when someone who doesn’t live in Canada sells or rents out Canadian real estate? 

Frankie and Sarah explain the tax consequences non-residents face, many of which come as a complete surprise. From clearance certificates to withholding requirements, this episode walks through the most common (and costly) mistakes people make when disposing of or rent...

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What does it really take to go global, and is your business ready for it? 

In this episode of From The Source, hosts Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley sit down with Ben Lloyd, CEO of Baker Tilly Canada, to explore the strategic, cultural, and practical realities of international expansio...

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It’s summer in Canada, and while the weather heats up, so does the real estate market. 

But did you know selling your home too soon could trigger a surprise tax bill? 

In this episode of From the Source, Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley break down ...

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How does a professional services leader stay with one firm for over three decades and continue to offer fresh perspectives?

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah sit down with Terri Holowath, Chair of Baker Tilly Canada, to explore the importance of relationships, innovation, and inclusivity in the accounting profession. Terri shares her career journey, insights in...

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Join Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley as they chat with Brenda Scott, Senior VP of Data Analytics at Baker Tilly KDN, about transforming raw data into strategic assets. 

Brenda explains the different facets of data advisory, comparing it to the structure of financial advisory, highlighting roles such as data engineers, analysts, scientists, and strategists. She e...

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How can you secure your business against digital threats? 

Dive into the world of cybersecurity with Frankie Loreto, Sarah Netley, and their special guest, Blair Brown, in this episode of “From the Source.” Blair, who heads the digital services group at Baker Tilly, shares insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape, with a particular focus on ...

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What does spending your winter in the U.S. mean for your taxes?

Join Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley as they chat with Kevin Tippet about the ins and outs of Canadian snowbirds managing their tax responsibilities when living or owning property in the United States. Whether it’s the intricacies of the 183-day rule, buying vacation homes, renting them out, or sell...

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Want to move to Canada but unsure how it affects your US tax obligations? 

Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley are joined by US tax expert Kevin Tippett, to dive into the intricacies of tax implications for US citizens living in Canada. Kevin, a tax partner at Baker Tilly’s Ottawa office, brings clarity to a topic that affects many cross-border individuals. Th...

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This episode aims to break down key considerations for filing trust returns, focusing on the current legislative uncertainty within the Canadian government. 

Frankie and Sarah revisit the capital gains inclusion rate changes and the political debate surrounding them, with both Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal contender Chrystia Freeland vowing to...

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What do tariffs mean for your business?

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah delve into the complexities of tariffs with Sean Grant-Young and Dean Morris. Recorded just after President Trump’s temporary reprieve on tariffs for Canada, the discussion centers on the looming threat of tariffs and their potential impacts on Canadian businesses. They talk about s...

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Could the introduction of Employee Ownership Trusts in Canada transform your business exit strategy?

Frankie and Sarah delve into Canada’s new rules around Employee Ownership Trusts, an intriguing option for business succession introduced in the 2023 federal budget. Their discussion highlights how this new format could revolutionize how businesses handle b...

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Are you ready to explore the complex but crucial world of tax legislation and its implications for your business?

Frankie and Sarah are joined by John Oakey, Vice President of Taxation for CPA Canada, on a deep dive into how the prorogation of Parliament is shaking up tax legislation, with a particular focus on the proposed changes to the treatment of capital ga...

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What if your business could tap into a treasure trove of financial incentives? 

Join Frankie and Sarah with two more Baker Tilly professionals, Matt Zarowny, P.Eng, and Rob D’Amico, CPA, CGA, as they dive into the world of Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives, affectionately known as SR&ED Credits. From basic research t...

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October 17, 2024 30 mins

This episode of From the Source focuses on the usefulness of a family trust in your corporate structure.

Join Frankie and Sarah as they dive into the world of discretionary family trusts, highlighting their advantages and drawbacks within corporate structures. They discuss the key considerations for settling a trust as well as the ongoing management of a trust. ...

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Do you want to better understand your corporate structure and whether it is actually achieving your objectives? 

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah dive into the essentials of corporate structures and how your structure should evolve to optimize potential tax savings and operational efficiency. Focusing on the lifecycle of a business entity, they discuss the ben...

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Curious about how HST could impact your next property deal? Join this episode of From The Source with Frankie and Sarah as they dive deep into the complexities of HST in real estate with fellow tax specialist, Cathie Brogan.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah introduce Cathie Brogan, an indirect tax expert with over 35 years of experience, to discuss the often-o...

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