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FHSA Calculator — See Your Tax Savings and Projected Balance

The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is the most powerful savings tool available to Canadian first-time buyers — it combines an RRSP's tax deduction with a TFSA's tax-free withdrawal. See exactly how much you'll save on taxes and accumulate for your down payment.

What you'll need

  • How much you plan to contribute annually (max $8,000)
  • Your combined marginal tax rate (federal + provincial)
  • How many years until you plan to buy
  • Your expected investment return rate

How it works

1

Set your annual contribution

Up to $8,000/year. Unused room carries forward (max $8K from prior year).

2

Choose years to home purchase

FHSA can be held up to 15 years. The longer you contribute, the more compound growth you capture.

3

Add your tax rate & return

Your marginal rate determines the annual tax deduction. Set your expected investment return.

FHSA Balance by Years at $8,000/yr (6% Return)

YearsContributionsTax SavingsProjected Balance
3 years$24,000$10,320$26,173
5 years$40,000$17,200$45,508
10 years$40,000*$17,200$57,641
15 years$40,000*$17,200$77,001

*Lifetime limit of $40,000 reached. After that, only tax-free growth continues. Tax savings at 43% marginal rate.

Frequently asked questions

What is an FHSA in Canada?

The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a registered account for Canadian first-time home buyers. Contributions are tax-deductible (like an RRSP), and qualifying withdrawals to purchase a first home are tax-free (like a TFSA). The annual limit is $8,000 and the lifetime limit is $40,000.

How much can I contribute to an FHSA per year?

The annual FHSA contribution limit is $8,000. If you don't use your full contribution room in a year, up to $8,000 of unused room carries forward to the next year. So in your second year, you could contribute up to $16,000 if you contributed nothing the first year.

Can I combine the FHSA with the Home Buyers' Plan (HBP)?

Yes — since 2024, you can use both the FHSA (up to $40,000 tax-free) and the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan (up to $35,000 per person) for a combined $75,000 per person ($150,000 for a couple) for your first home down payment.

What happens if I don't buy a home before the FHSA expires?

The FHSA can be held for up to 15 years, or until December 31 of the year you turn 71. If you haven't used it for a qualifying home purchase, you can transfer the full balance to an RRSP or RRIF tax-free without using your RRSP contribution room.

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