Building a credit history important to newcomers.

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As the final days of RRSP season draw to a close (the RRSP deadline for the first 60 days contribution for the tax year 2010 is midnight March 1, 2011), we wish to outline an RRSP strategy that one can use to rid oneself of credit card debt.

We wish to thank all who wrote and called in regarding RRSP loans and using the RRSP for the down payment on your home. Outlined below is an overview of a strategy that combines both the RRSP loan and down payment for your home.

One of the many good reasons to contribute to RRSPs is the possibility of using the funds from an RRSP for a down payment on your home. This money is available to you free of penalty, interest and tax. This is an excellent deal.

This week the option of using RRSP loans for a normal yearly RRSP contribution will be examined.

In response to several queries on the specific topic of the tax benefits of investing in the Growthworks Commercialization fund for an individual earning an average income in the Ontario tax bracket of 31.15% - i.e Federal tax 22% and Ontario tax 9.15% (see end of article for salary range and tax brackets) - please read the following.

Whether you're just starting out in the work force, or well advanced in your retirement planning, it's in your best interest to stay up to date on one of Canada's best tax breaks - registered retirement savings plans or RRSPs.

Two years ago, on Jan 2, 2009, a new tax saving vehicle was introduced by the government. This relatively new Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is a flexible, registered general-purpose savings vehicle that allows Canadians to earn tax-free investment income to more easily meet lifetime savings needs. The TFSA complements existing registered savings plans like the Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) and the Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP).