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Investment Accounts

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An investment account holds cash and the investments that you buy and sell to realize your financial goals. Learn about common registered and non-registered accounts. 

What is an Investment Account?

Before you purchase an investment, you will need to open a trading account.
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RRSPs

RRSP accounts help you to save for your retirement years.
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TFSAs

A Tax-Free Savings Account allows you to save without paying income on your investment earnings.
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FHSAs

An FHSA account allows you to save for a down payment on your first home.
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RESPs

These accounts can help you pay for a child's post-secondary education.
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RRIFs

This type of account allows you to generate income during retirement.
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RDSPs

A Registered Disability Savings Plan helps create long-term savings for people eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
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