Why is CRA interest so high?

Interest grows even while you wait.

Is this you?

  • I received a CRA interest notice
  • The original balance was small
  • Time passed before review

"Interest is negligible."

CRA interest compounds daily from the original due date, even during disputes.

Why guessing is risky

  • Interest applies automatically
  • Delays dramatically increase cost
  • Older balances grow fastest

Safe to ignore if

  • No balance owing existed
  • Amounts were paid immediately

Stop and check if

  • Balances carried forward
  • Payment was delayed

Resolve the doubt

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We'll tell you if this needs reporting and what to do next.

"Most people understand how delay amplified the balance."