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by Mesozoic
Mon Aug 09, 2010 3:39 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Returning to US with RRSP
Replies: 6
Views: 4220

So I've basically screwed myself? What if I call BMO Investorline (my RRSP holder) to cancel the cheque? I've only just received it... and it is in my new home in Arizona. So technically speaking, I was already in the US when collapsing the RRSP.
by Mesozoic
Mon Aug 09, 2010 2:37 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Returning to US with RRSP
Replies: 6
Views: 4220

[quote="nelsona"]A crucial point that you have not mentionned is whether you were still in canada when you collapsed your RRSP or if you were in US. Also, what amount are we talking here?[/quote] Sorry, the amount was originally $65K. The check I'm seeing is for $46K. I had the cheque writ...
by Mesozoic
Mon Aug 09, 2010 2:16 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Returning to US with RRSP
Replies: 6
Views: 4220

Returning to US with RRSP

Hello, I'm a dual US/Canadian citizen returning to the US for work after living in Vancouver for over 8 years. I have a self directed RRSP that I've liquidated and the final cheque has a 30% Federal Tax withholding. Since I've not been employed for the last 9 months I'm hoping that I can reduce my t...