WHAT IS AN FHSA?

Plan Your First Home In Canada With The FHSA

The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a powerful registered savings plan designed specifically to help Canadians buy their first home. It elegantly combines the best features of both an RRSP and a TFSA.

You can contribute up to $8,000 per year, with a lifetime limit of $40,000. Your contributions are completely tax-deductible (like an RRSP), reducing your taxable income and potentially triggering a tax refund.

Inside the account, your investments grow completely tax-free. When you are ready to buy your qualifying first home, your withdrawals—including all the investment gains—are 100% tax-free (like a TFSA). It is the ultimate tool to fast-track your down payment.

Young Canadian couple planning to buy their first home
Financial advisor explaining the FHSA limits and tax benefits
FIRST HOME SAVINGS ACCOUNT

Your Path To Homeownership Made Simple

The FHSA combines the best advantages of both a TFSA and an RRSP. Here are the core benefits of utilizing this powerful savings vehicle:

01

Tax-Deductible Contributions

Contributions to your FHSA reduce your taxable income for the year, offering immediate and significant tax savings.

02

Tax-Free Growth

Investment income and capital gains within the FHSA grow completely tax-free, accelerating your path to homeownership.

03

Tax-Free Withdrawals

Withdraw your funds without any tax penalty when purchasing a qualifying first home. Keep more money in your pocket.

04

Generous Lifetime Limits

Save up to $8,000 annually with a substantial $40,000 lifetime limit to build your ideal down payment.

05

Flexible Investment Options

Invest your funds in mutual funds, GICs, stocks, and ETFs to perfectly align with your risk tolerance and goals.

06

Unused Room Carry Forward

Missed a year? Up to $8,000 of unused contribution room can easily be carried forward to future years.

07

RRSP & RRIF Transfers

If you choose not to purchase a home, you can transfer unused FHSA funds tax-free directly to an RRSP or RRIF.

08

15-Year Savings Window

Enjoy a generous 15-year timeframe to save, invest, and make qualifying withdrawals for your new home.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Simple Steps To Start Saving

Account setup and investment planning

We help you build a customized investment plan.

Our advisors will help you find the best investment vehicles to grow your down payment securely and efficiently.

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Step 1

Free Consultation

Schedule a free meeting to discuss your home-buying timeline and financial goals.

Step 2

Personalized Plan

We design a customized FHSA contribution and investment strategy tailored to your needs.

Step 3

Account Setup

We handle the paperwork to seamlessly open and set up your registered FHSA account.

Step 4

First Investment

Start contributing, enjoy the immediate tax deductions, and watch your money grow tax-free.

FHSA ADVANTAGES

The Incredible Benefits Of The FHSA To Reach Your Homeownership Goal

The First Home Savings Account offers an unparalleled double tax advantage. It is specifically built to help Canadians afford their first home faster.

$8,000

Annual Limit & Tax Deductions

Every dollar you contribute reduces your taxable income for the year, giving you a massive upfront tax advantage.

  • Maximum $8,000 contribution per year
  • Reduces your annual taxable income
  • Carry forward up to $8,000 of unused room
  • Get larger tax refunds immediately
$40,000

Lifetime Contribution Limit

Build a substantial down payment by maximizing your lifetime contribution room over just 5 years.

  • Maximum $40,000 total lifetime limit
  • Hold stocks, mutual funds, GICs, & ETFs
  • Accelerated growth with compounding interest
  • Account can stay open for up to 15 years
$0

Tax-Free Withdrawals

Unlike the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan (HBP), you never have to pay the money back if used for a qualifying home.

  • 100% tax-free withdrawals for your home
  • Investment gains inside account are tax-free
  • No requirement to repay the withdrawn funds
  • Can be combined with the RRSP HBP
First Home Savings Account Planning
TAX-FREE HOME SAVINGS

Your Dream
Home,
Closer Than Ever.

Fast-track your journey to homeownership. Enjoy tax-deductible contributions and tax-free growth with the First Home Savings Account (FHSA).

APPLICATION PROCESS

How To Start Investing In An FHSA

Account setup and investment planning

We help you build a customized investment plan.

Our advisors will find the best investment vehicles (GICs, ETFs, or Mutual Funds) to grow your down payment securely.

Apply Now
Step 1

Free Consultation

Schedule a free meeting to discuss your home-buying timeline and financial goals.

Step 2

Personalized Plan

We design a customized FHSA contribution and investment strategy tailored to your risk tolerance.

Step 3

Account Setup

We handle the paperwork to seamlessly open and set up your registered FHSA account.

Step 4

Make Your First Investment

Start contributing, enjoy the immediate tax deductions, and watch your money grow tax-free.

Checking FHSA eligibility requirements
STANDARD CONDITIONS

Are You Eligible For an FHSA?

To open and contribute to an FHSA, you need to meet the strict criteria established by the Canadian government. Make sure you qualify before depositing funds.

  • Residency & Age:

    You must be a Canadian resident and have reached the age of majority (18 or 19) in your province, but not older than 71.

  • First-Time Homebuyer:

    You, or your spouse/common-law partner, must not have owned and lived in a qualifying home in the current year or the previous four calendar years.

  • One Account Limit:

    You cannot contribute beyond the $40,000 lifetime limit across all FHSA accounts held.

  • 15-Year Window:

    The account can stay open for up to 15 years, giving you plenty of time to save and invest.

WITHDRAWAL RULES

Conditions For Withdrawing
Funds Tax-Free

What happens when you are finally ready to buy, or if you decide not to buy a home at all? The FHSA is built to be highly flexible.

  • No Tax Penalties:

    Withdraw funds 100% tax-free when purchasing a qualifying first home.

  • Transfer Options:

    If you don't end up buying a home, you can transfer the funds tax-free to an RRSP or RRIF without affecting your RRSP room.

  • Written Agreement:

    To withdraw tax-free, you must have a written agreement to purchase or build a qualifying home.

Young couple signing agreement for their first home
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FHSA FAQS

Common FHSA Questions
And Answers

Yes, you can contribute to both accounts simultaneously! Keep in mind that each account has its own independent contribution limits. Combining the FHSA with the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan (HBP) is an incredibly powerful strategy to maximize your down payment.