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What Happens If You Max Out Your TFSA Contribution Room?

Updated

Maxing your TFSA is a good problem. It means your tax-free room is fully used. You can still invest, but your next account choice affects taxes and flexibility.

What to do next

  1. Use RRSP if your tax bracket is high.
  2. Use FHSA first if buying a first home and eligible.
  3. Use non-registered account for additional investing.

Important rule

Do not keep contributing once room is maxed. Extra deposits can trigger the 1% monthly overcontribution penalty.

Account order for many Canadians

  • TFSA and FHSA (if eligible)
  • RRSP (especially higher earners)
  • Non-registered account