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Registered Savings Plans (TFSA, RRSP, etc.)
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Are RESP withdrawals taxed? Learn about withdrawing from an RESP. -
Are TFSA contributions tax deductible? Learn the tax benefits of a TFSA. -
Are TFSA withdrawals taxed? Learn if TFSA withdrawals are taxable. -
By what age must a child withdraw funds from an RESP? Learn the maximum age to withdraw funds from an RESP. -
Can I carry forward my unused FHSA contribution room? Once you open an FHSA, you can carry forward your unused contribution room. Check out the details. -
Can I contribute to a TFSA or RRSP from my online bank if I don’t have a National Bank investment account? Learn how to open an investment account from your online bank to contribute to a TFSA or RRSP. -
Can I contribute to my spouse's RRSP? Learn how to contribute to your spouse’s RRSP. -
Can I contribute to my spouse's TFSA? Learn if you can contribute to your spouse’s TFSA. -
Can I contribute to my spouse’s or child’s FHSA? You can only claim tax deductions related to your own FHSA. See all of the details to better help your loved ones. -
Can I have more than one TFSA? Learn if you can have more than one TFSA. -
Can I open a FHSA if my spouse already owns property? You can open a FHSA if you’re considered a first-time home buyer, according to the established criteria. See all the details. -
Can I open a FHSA with my spouse? The FHSA is an individual savings program for first-time home buyers only. See all the details. -
Can I open FHSAs at multiple financial institutions? You can open FHSAs at multiple financial institutions as long as you respect the contribution limit. See all the details. -
Can I send money from an RRSP or TFSA to a FHSA? Transferring funds from an RRSP to a FHSA is possible, but there’s no way to directly transfer funds from a TFSA to a FHSA. Here are all the details. -
Can I use multiple savings plans for my down payment? You can combine your RRSP (HBP), TFSA and FHSA when purchasing a property. -
FHSA, RRSP or TFSA, which one to choose? Your RRSP (HBP), TFSA and FHSA are attractive savings programs for first-time buyers. Discover their distinct advantages. -
FHSA: What do I need to know to buy my first home? Here’s what you need to know to buy your first home using the FHSA: eligibility criteria, maximum contributions, time limits, and much more. -
How can an RRSP help me maximize my income tax refund? Find out how to pay less taxes with an RRSP. -
How can I maximize my RESP savings? Learn how to maximize my RESP savings -
How do I buy a GIC in an RRSP from my online bank? Learn how to buy a GIC in an RRSP from my online bank. -
How do I buy a GIC in a TFSA from my online bank? Learn how to buy a GIC in a TFSA from my online bank. -
How do I open and contribute to an FHSA? You can open an FHSA by contacting us and contributing to it from your online bank. Here's how. -
How do I start withdrawing from my RESP? Learn how to withdraw funds from my RESP. -
How do I withdraw funds from my RRSP? Learn how to withdraw funds from my RRSP. -
How to open an RRSP online? Open an RRSP online and start saving for your retirement, the down payment on your first property, or your next tax return. -
How to open a TFSA online? Open a TFSA online and start saving tax-free for your medium or long-term projects. -
How to withdraw money from my TFSA? Here’s how to withdraw money from your TFSA through your online bank. You should receive the funds in your National Bank account instantly. -
If I quit my job, what happens to my pension plan or fund with my former employer? Learn what you can do with your pension plan under your former employer. -
I just immigrated to Canada. Can I open an FHSA? If you’ve just immigrated to Canada, you can open an FHSA if you meet the eligibility criteria. Discover them in detail. -
I maximized my TFSA for the year. Can I contribute to my FHSA? You can contribute to your FHSA even if you’ve maxed out your TFSA for the year. -
I no longer want to use my FHSA for a house. What should I do? You can transfer your funds from an FHSA to an RRSP or RRIF. See all the details. -
Is there an FHSA withdrawal limit? There’s no FHSA withdrawal limit, but contribution limits must be respected. -
Is there a penalty if I go over the FHSA’s contribution limit? A 1% penalty per month will apply if you exceed the FHSA’s contribution limits. -
What's the difference between registered and non-registered plans? Discover the main differences between registered and non-registered plans. -
What grants am I entitled to if I contribute to an RESP? Learn which grants I’m eligible for with an RESP. -
What happens if I overcontribute to my TFSA? Learn what happens if I exceed my TFSA contribution limit. -
What happens if my RRSP contribution exceeds the limit? Learn what happens if you exceed your RRSP contribution limit. -
What happens to my FHSA if I haven’t used it after 15 years? You can transfer funds from your FHSA to an RRSP or RRIF or make a taxable withdrawal. See all the details. -
What happens to my RESP if my child doesn’t continue studying? Learn what happens to my RESP if my child doesn’t continue studying. -
What happens to the FHSA after buying a home? When you use the funds in your FHSA to buy your first property, the account will be closed. -
What investments are available with the FHSA? Your FHSA lets you invest the same way as other savings plans such as the TFSA or RRSP. Discover all the available investments. -
What is a savings plan? Learn the purpose of a savings plan. -
What is the FHSA contribution limit? The annual FHSA contribution limit is $8,000 along with a lifetime limit of $40,000. See all the details. -
What is the maximum age for contributing to an RRSP? Find out how long you can contribute to an RRSP -
What is the maximum RRSP contribution? Learn how much you can contribute to your RRSP. -
What is the minimum age for contributing to an RRSP? Find out at which age you can open an RRSP. -
What is the minimum age for contributing to an RRSP? What about the maximum age? There's no minimum age for opening an RRSP. However, you must receive employment -
What is the minimum age for contributing to a TFSA? What about the maximum age? All Canadian residents over the age of 18 can open a TFSA. -
When can I withdraw funds from my RRSP? Learn how to withdraw funds from an RRSP. -
When will I receive my tax slips? Find out when your tax slips are due for the tax season. -
Why is the FHSA so beneficial? Here’s an example to help demonstrate why the FHSA is an advantageous savings plan for homebuyers looking to purchase their first property.
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