Capital Gains Tax Calculator

Model your CGT liability including the 50% discount, cost base additions, and timing strategies.

Sale Details

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Cost Base

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Renovations, extensions (not repairs)

Tax Position

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Salary + other income in the year of sale

Results

CGT Payable

$100,425

Effective rate: 22.0% of total gain

Capital Gain

$457,000

After cost base of $743,000

CGT Discount

$228,500

50% discount applied

Taxable Gain

$228,500

Added to your other income

Net Proceeds (After Tax)

$1,065,575

Sale price minus costs, commission, and CGT

Total Profit

$356,575

Cost Base Breakdown

Purchase Price$650,000
Stamp Duty$24,000
Legal Fees$5,000
Capital Improvements$35,000
Agent Commission$24,000
Marketing Costs$5,000
Total Cost Base$743,000

Timing Opportunity

If your other income was $55,000 lower next financial year (e.g., reduced hours, sabbatical, retirement), you could save approximately $5,525 in CGT by deferring the exchange date.

Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates for illustrative purposes only. It does not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Results depend on assumptions that may not reflect your actual situation. Always consult a qualified professional — such as a CPA, mortgage broker, or financial adviser — before making financial decisions. Ding Group provides integrated advisory through Local Knowledge (CPA), Ding Financial (Mortgage Brokerage), and Ding Real Estate (Licensed Agency).

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