03/22/2024
🏠 Farewell to the First Time Homebuyers Shared Equity Program! 🏠 Canadians won't miss it as it fades away due to lack of use. Its complex structure and limited benefits left many untouched.Â
The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive, a program initiated to assist Canadians in entering the housing market, has been discontinued.
BUT, don't worry; your dream of homeownership is still within reach! So let's focus on simpler, more accessible options for aspiring homeowners!Â
🏡The Home Buyers' Plan, where you can use up to $35,000 from your RRSP for a down payment :Â
This plan allows first-time buyers to withdraw up to $35,000 from their RRSPs to use as a down payment, with a 15-year repayment period. For couples purchasing together, each partner can withdraw the same amount, enabling a combined potential down payment of $70,000.
🔑The First Home Savings Account to save tax-free for your first home:
 Is a new registered plan that offers an innovative way for first-time buyers to save. You can contribute up to $8,000 annually, tax-free, specifically for your first home purchase. This mirrors the tax advantages of a TFSA, making it a highly beneficial savings tool.
đź’°And don't forget the Home Buyers' Amount ( HBA )offering a tax credit of up to $10,000. ):Â
Offering a non-refundable tax credit of up to $10,000, the HBA is a boon for first-time home buyers. This credit is applicable to the tax return of the year in which you purchase a qualifying home, whether it’s an existing property or one under construction.
Let's turn your home-buying dreams into reality. Contact The Wilson Team to explore these incredible options and start your journey to home ownership today!
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