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Just because it’s called a Tax-Free Savings Account… 🤔 doesn’t mean it should be used like a savings account.

A TFSA is actually designed to hold investments! Not just cash.

Why does that matter? 💭

$100,000 in cash earning 2% for 20 years
= $148,595 in a high-interest TFSA.

$100,000 invested earning 7% for 20 years
= $386,968 in a market based TFSA.

That’s a difference of $238,373 — completely tax-free.

Inside a TFSA you can hold:
• ETFs
• Stocks
• Mutual funds
• Bonds
• GICs
• Segregated funds

Yes, cash is allowed… 👌🏼 but using a TFSA like a bank account can mean missing out on the power of tax-free growth long-term.

Your TFSA investment holdings should match your risk tolerance, goals, and timeline. 📈 But for long-term goals, growth really does matter, and the TFSA is a tool you may want to consider as more than just a savings account.

Follow for TFSA Rule 3️⃣!

(Missed Rule #1? Go back one video.)
Did you know that a one-day TFSA mistake 🤔 could cost you a full year of tax-free growth?

If you’re planning a withdrawal and it’s near year-end, timing matters ⏰

Withdraw Dec 31 → recontribute Jan 1
Withdraw Jan 1 → wait until the following year

Same withdrawal. 🗓️A 365-day difference in opportunity.

Follow for Rule #2 and #3 that every TFSA holder should know. 👀

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