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Q: What ETF would you recommend for a US dollar TFSA that would similar to VUSB?
My understanding is any US interest earned in a non registered account has a 15% withholding tax.
Asked by Brian on October 20, 2025
5i Research Answer:
US interest income is not subject to witholding tax for Canadians. RUSB is a short-term bond ETF...
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