THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE HST

<p>In <em>The Good The Bad and the EST</em> Captain Number Cruncher-your witty no-nonsense CPA and CGA-returns to take readers on another wildly entertaining journey through the world of small business finance. This time the focus is on Canada's most misunderstood and often mismanaged tax: the dreaded HST (Harmonized Sales Tax).</p><p>When a business owner named Gord stumbles into the Captain's office confused frustrated and on the verge of financial disaster thanks to his mishandling of HST he gets a crash course in what <em>not</em> to do. From confusing in trust accounts to filing late (or not at all) this story breaks down complex concepts into digestible relatable lessons that any entrepreneur can grasp-and should.</p><p>Delivered through sharp storytelling dry humor and clear-cut financial wisdom this book helps business owners:</p><ul><li>Understand how HST really works (and why CRA doesn't play around)</li><li>Avoid common tax pitfalls that can sink your business</li><li>Manage your cash flow and bookkeeping like a pro</li><li>Learn the critical difference between your money and the government's</li></ul><p>Perfect for small business owners freelancers and solopreneurs <em>The Good The Bad and the EST</em> is both a cautionary tale and a survival guide for navigating Canada's tax landscape-without losing your shirt (or your sanity).</p>