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avane(Newbie)Newbie
22 Jan 2025

My siblings and I have inherited a property from our father. He died on 28 July 2023 and we have not yet sold his house, but plan to do so soon. We know that we will pay no CGT if we sell before 28 July 2025, and that if we sell after 28 July 2025, we pay CGT on the increase in value of the property from the date of death (28 July 2025) to the date of sale.


What we want to know is what kind of documentation do we need to evidence the market value of the property at the date of death? Is an appraisal from a real estate agent required, or do we need a valuation report from a qualified valuer?


Thanks!

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Taxduck(Taxicorn)Taxicorn
22 Jan 2025

Link is to market valuation and what should be included in a report.

Market valuation of assets | Australian Taxation Office

A report from a qualified valuer is not a requirement.

Your assertion about paying CGT on the increase in value is not quite accurate. Consider cost base elements in the calculation and the $18,200 tax-free threshold for deceased estates.

Cost base of assets | Australian Taxation Office

The 2-year ownership period can also be extended for extenuating circumstances.

Extensions to the 2-year ownership period | Australian Taxation Office

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Taxduck(Taxicorn)Taxicorn
22 Jan 2025

Link is to market valuation and what should be included in a report.

Market valuation of assets | Australian Taxation Office

A report from a qualified valuer is not a requirement.

Your assertion about paying CGT on the increase in value is not quite accurate. Consider cost base elements in the calculation and the $18,200 tax-free threshold for deceased estates.

Cost base of assets | Australian Taxation Office

The 2-year ownership period can also be extended for extenuating circumstances.

Extensions to the 2-year ownership period | Australian Taxation Office

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