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Ep. 37 | Is It Interest? Understanding the Real Source of Your Investment Returns
Plain English Finance
Plain English Finance
Ep. 37 | Is It Interest? Understanding the Real Source of Your Investment Returns
Feb 06, 2026
Episode 37
Tre Bynoe
What do you actually earn from the stock market? If you think it's all "interest," think again.
In this episode, Tré Bynoe, CFP, CIM, breaks down the three types of investment income in Canada—dividends, capital gains, and other income—and explains how each one is taxed. This isn’t just technical terminology, but essential knowledge for anyone investing outside registered accounts or running a corporation. Understanding these differences can help you keep more of your money and avoid costly tax mistakes.
You’ll learn:
- Why not all investment income is treated equally
- How dividends work and why they’re tax-advantaged
- What counts as a capital gain and when it’s triggered
- Why interest income is often the least tax-efficient
- How corporate structure affects tax treatment
- The hidden power of asset location and after-tax returns
If you’re a professional, business owner, or serious DIY investor, this episode is for you.
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