Q: When managing multiple TFSA accounts, the rules are not always clear. Could you please let me know if my interpretations are sound.
I have two self-directed TFSA accounts with an on-line broker. My understanding is that the total amount I can contribute to both accounts in a year cannot exceed my available TFSA contribution room for that year.
Am I correct in assuming that the following scenarios are allowable and have no tax consequences:
- Contribution room created by withdrawals from one TFSA account in the previous year could be used to make contributions in either or both TFSA accounts.
- Holdings can be transferred from one TFSA account to the other account at any time without the need for contribution room, as long as it is moved directly from account to account by the broker.
Thanks.
I have two self-directed TFSA accounts with an on-line broker. My understanding is that the total amount I can contribute to both accounts in a year cannot exceed my available TFSA contribution room for that year.
Am I correct in assuming that the following scenarios are allowable and have no tax consequences:
- Contribution room created by withdrawals from one TFSA account in the previous year could be used to make contributions in either or both TFSA accounts.
- Holdings can be transferred from one TFSA account to the other account at any time without the need for contribution room, as long as it is moved directly from account to account by the broker.
Thanks.