In Canada, there are different incentives in programs to assist you in buying your first home:
- The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive offers 5% to 10% of your home’s purchase price for a down payment. This helps increase your down payment—which can lower your mortgage. The incentive must be paid back in full after 25 years or when you sell your home.
- The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a registered account that allows you to save tax-free for your first home purchase. The annual limit is $8,000.
- The Home Buyers’ Plan allows you to withdraw up to $35,000 from your RRSP to buy or build a home.
Keep in mind that conditions may apply.
