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Capital Gains Tax on Property

Capital Gains Tax on Property is the tax charged on the profit made when selling a residential property that is not your main home, such as a buy-to-let or second home.

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Reporting and paying

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UK residential property sales must usually be reported to HMRC and any tax paid within 60 days of completion, separately from the annual self-assessment return.

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Tax rules depend on individual circumstances and can change. This glossary is general information rather than personalised tax advice.