Rental properties can be used to split income with a lower income spouse or common-law partner. Use equity in family-owned assets to raise the down payment on a rental property and finance the remaining portion. Split the income from the property between you and your spouse or common-law partner.
Rental income is considered earned income for determining RRSP contribution room, so the lower income spouse will also earn RRSP contribution room.
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