Tax filing is an overwhelming process for most of us, and it can be challenging to keep up with all of the due dates and deadlines, but it’s all worth it when you get your tax returns and can look back on the year with surplus cash from your business.

Here’s what you can do with that surplus cash:

Reinvest your cash if you can
You’d be surprised to know how damaging and wasteful saving your money really is. As shocking as this sounds to you, it’s true. Saving your cash is only a form of devaluing it and missing out on great opportunities for growing its worth.

Even small amounts such as a few hundred dollars can be used wisely in investing or reinvesting for better growth. If you run a business and are left with surplus cash from there, reinvest it into your business. Either increase dividends, invest in new equipment, software, or marketing techniques that will have a higher pay off in the long-run.

Pay down debt and cut it down

Improve your credit score and get rid of debt by paying off whatever you can with the surplus cash. Personal or business loans, credit card debt, vendor credit, bills etc. can all be paid off using this money because it helps strengthen your financial standing on the whole.

Being debt-free should be a long-term goal and an indicator of your success as a business and individual, and definitely worth looking into.

Invest in retirement plans and savings

Your future depends on your present. If you’re able to generate a significant surplus, a great option is to pool it into your retirement savings and fund. You can choose a retirement plan that’s suited to your needs, and continue adding to it based on your abilities. Instead of spending that cash right away, invest in your future and improve your financial security.

Consult a qualified tax and financial advisor 

It also helps to work with a tax advisory firm such as ours, where our experts can help guide you on the best financial decisions for your personal and professional life. From recommending ways to cut down on taxes and minimizing payables, to finding deductibles and more, we can help you.

You can reach out to us for our business and personal tax advisory services in Edmonton, as we work with you for cash flow management, cost reduction and savings.