With over 40 years of experience in strategic tax and estate planning, James delivers insight that goes beyond the obvious. He works alongside your current advisors to surface and implement overlooked strategies with significant upside.
The quickest way to uncover missed tax savings? A clear, strategic look at the big picture. James MacGowan helps high-net-worth individuals and business owners reduce tax and secure their financial future—with zero disruption to your existing advisors.
With over 40 years of experience in strategic tax and estate planning, James delivers insight that goes beyond the obvious. He works alongside your current advisors to surface and implement overlooked strategies with significant upside.
Practical, effective changes to reduce your tax burden and improve cash flow.
Custom plans for smooth leadership transitions and wealth preservation.
Strategies to protect your legacy and minimize estate taxes.
James brings a world-class background in personal and corporate domestic tax planning. As a nationally recognized tax practitioner and former leader of Deloitte’s private company tax practice, the largest of its kind in Canada, he now works directly with net worth individuals and business owners to deliver impactful results fast.
Smart, tailored recommendations for individuals and business owners.
Protect what you’ve built. Transfer your wealth smoothly to the next generation.
Use insurance as a strategic instrument to achieve your goals.
It all starts with a conversation. James will guide you through a strategic review to surface real tax savings and estate planning opportunities—so you can focus on what matters, with peace of mind and a clear plan forward.
The proposition is simple: James will conduct a strategic review of your tax situation and identify high-value strategies that can deliver real, measurable savings.
James’ process is built to complement your existing team by surfacing bigger-picture strategies your current advisors may not have had the bandwidth to explore.