First-Time Home Savings Account (FHSA) in Canada: Comprehensive Guide
Definition:
- Launched in September 2023 as a tax-advantaged account
- Designed to help first-time homebuyers accumulate down payment faster
Key Features:
- Annual contribution limit: 8,000 CAD
- Lifetime contribution maximum: 40,000 CAD
- Contributions fully tax-deductible, reducing taxable income
- Unused contributions can be carried forward to future years
- Funds withdrawn for home purchase completely tax-free
- Account valid for 15 years or until age 71
Eligibility Criteria:
- Canadian resident
- First-time homebuyer
- Age 18-71
- No primary residence ownership in past 4 years
- Not residing in spouse’s/common-law partner’s primary residence in past 4 years
Tax Advantages:
- Contributions are tax-deductible
- Investment earnings tax-exempt
- Compatible with Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Recommendation:
- Open account early, even without immediate contribution capacity. Start accumulating annual 8,000 CAD contribution room. Provides greater financial flexibility for future home purchase
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