06/25/2026
"I already paid my taxes. Why does CRA want more?"
You're not alone.
One of the most frustrating surprises after tax season is learning that CRA expects you to start paying taxes before you've even earned the income.
Many professionals are caught off guard when this happens.
The reason?
If you owed $3,000 or more in taxes, CRA may require you to begin making tax installments going forward.
These payments are typically made quarterly and are designed to prevent large balances owing at tax time.
The problem is that without planning, installments can create significant pressure on cash flow.
A large tax bill is stressful enough.
Having to make additional payments throughout the year can make it even harder to manage cash, invest, pay down debt, or grow your business.
The good news?
Tax installments don't have to be a surprise.
With proactive planning, it's often possible to forecast tax obligations, set money aside throughout the year, and avoid the panic that many people experience when the CRA letter arrives.
That's why one of the most important conversations after tax season isn't about last year's return.
It's about creating a plan for this year.
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