Capital Gains Tax saving query

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vijaykumar asked 4 years ago
I have purchase a house for 148 lakhs jointly with wife in Nov2019  I  invested my retirement benefits and saving. After 10 month in Sep 2020 I have sold my flat for 48.75 lakhs.   Can I use this capital gain  for claiming the tax saving  as it was BUY first  with out any outstanding loan, and  SELL later with in 1 year. Even If this is acceptable  can I build a new house in my  site for 50 Lakhs.  some one said that If I construct a new house with in in three years , capital gain  saving will be canceled. Other said is it applicable only to 54F  case not for section 84. Please clarify
IJM replied 4 years ago

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Sreekanth Staff answered 4 years ago
Hi, If Land or house property is held for 24 months or less (w.e.f. FY 2017-18) then that Asset is treated as Short Term Capital Asset. You as an investor will make either Short Term Capital Gain (STCG) or Short Term Capital Loss (STCL) on that investment. What are the applicable Capital Gains Tax Rates on Sale of Property AY 2020-21?
  • Short Term Capital Gains are included in your taxable income and taxed at applicable income tax slab rates.
  • Long Term Capital Gains are taxed at 20%.
Capital gains tax on Short term gains is unavoidable and no exemptions are available to minimize your tax liability. However, you can claim deductions to lower the tax liability on long-term gains. Related article :
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