Capital gains tax on selling a flat: how to save
Section 54, 54EC and indexation rules made simple.
Key points
- Understand the basics before you decide.
- Compare at least three options in the same budget.
- Check every document and approval carefully.
- Talk to verified agents and residents of the area.
What experts say
Real estate advisors recommend planning your budget including registration, stamp duty, maintenance deposits and interiors. Use the EMI and budget calculators to see what you can afford.
Bottom line
Take your time, visit the property at different times of the day, and never pay a token amount without a written receipt.
