Your home ownership dreams may be closer than you think!

A new way to save for your first home

The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account (FHSA) helps Canadians afford their first home by combining the benefits of the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Contributions of up to $8,000 a year are tax-deductible and withdrawals towards your first home purchase would be non-taxable like a TFSA.

Why should you invest in an FHSA?

  • Save up to $40,000 towards your first home. That would cover the down-payment of a high-ratio mortgage on most homes.
  • Get tax benefits now and later. You won't pay taxes on your investment earnings and it can help lower your annual tax bill.
  • Your contribution room carries forward. So, you won't lose out as your income grows and you can contribute for up to 15 years tax-free.
  • You can combine it with your partner's FHSA. If you both open FHSA accounts, you can both withdraw funds and increase your purchasing power.

Want to learn more?

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Interested in an FHSA?

Want to be one of the first to take advantage of a Tax-Free First Home Savings Account? Contact one of our trusted professionals:

Samantha Jenkins
Senior Financial Services Officer
Tel: (902) 739-4006
Email: sjenkins@morell.creditu.net

Spencer Compton
Financial Services Officer
Tel: (902) 739-4011
Email: scompton@morell.creditu.net

For more information, visit the CRA website: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/first-home-savings-account.html