How a luxury vehicle purchase can turn into a personal tax nightmare — and why the government isn’t actually “paying” for your car.
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In this episode, we tackle one of the most persistent myths in the business world: the “full car write-off”. Many entrepreneurs believe that buying a luxury vehicle through their corporation means the car is essentially “free” or fully funded by the government. The reality is far more complex, involving rigid caps, taxable benefits, and the risk of double taxation.
We break down the actual math behind corporate vehicle ownership — from the $39,000 capital cost ceiling to the “standby charge” that can add tens of thousands of dollars to your personal taxable income every year. Through real-world scenarios, we compare leasing vs. financing and explore why sometimes, the simplest approach—personal ownership with mileage reimbursement—is actually the most tax-efficient.
Sunny Jaggi is a strategic tax and exit advisor to business owners, specializing in sale-readiness, corporate structuring, and succession planning. He helps founders turn complex tax planning into clear, actionable strategy—long before a buyer shows up or a transition becomes urgent.
With more than 15 years advising owner-managed and private companies in Canada and abroad, Sunny works at the intersection of corporate reorganizations, domestic and international tax planning, and high-stakes succession and estate strategy. He is known for bringing clarity, discipline, and long-term vision to complex transactions.
A frequent writer and presenter for organizations including the Canadian Tax Foundation and CPA Canada, Sunny now leads the tax practice at Cedar Consulting Group—a boutique, high-trust advisory firm focused on thoughtful, high-impact structures that help clients protect and grow what they’ve built. He partners closely with accountants, lawyers, and advisory teams to deliver cohesive, enduring strategies that hold up under scrutiny and shape generational outcomes.
Parveen has over 7 years of experience advising owner-managed and private companies on corporate reorganizations, estate and post-mortem planning, and long-term wealth strategies. A graduate of CPA Canada’s In-Depth Tax Program, she pairs strong technical expertise with a genuine dedication to making tax understandable. Parveen has a passion to translate complex rules into simple, practical guidance that helps clients feel informed, supported, and confident in their decisions.
At Cedar Consulting Group, Parveen works closely with entrepreneurs and families to design thoughtful, purposeful structures that build clarity and long-term value. She also teaches PD-accredited courses, driven by her belief that education is one of the most powerful tools in tax planning. Her mission is to empower people with knowledge – so they can protect what they’ve built, understand their path forward, and make choices with confidence.
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