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FHSA Contribution Planner

Project your First Home Savings Account balance, tax refunds, and contribution room over time.

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Max $8,000/yr plus carry-forward

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FHSA balance in 5 yrs

$46,415

$17,364 in total tax refunds over the period.

Total contributed$40,000
Investment growth$6,415
Total tax refunds$17,364
Cash available for down payment$46,415
Contribution room this year$8,000
Tax refund on this year's contribution$3,473

The FHSA must be used to buy a qualifying first home within 15 years of opening, or it converts to RRSP. You can combine FHSA + RRSP Home Buyers' Plan for up to $100,000 in tax-advantaged down payment.

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