Can I claim Selling cost for investment property?
Mia Ramsey
Published Apr 10, 2026
Investment property tax deductions Selling a rental property? You may be able to reduce the amount of capital gains tax you’re liable for. You may be able to include in the cost base any payments you’ve made towards the maintenance and upkeep of the property while it is being rented, called capital expenses.
If you sell your investment property, you are likely to be liable to pay capital gains tax (CGT). The ATO allows you to offset costs like stamp duty, any legal fees and estate agent’s commission to reduce your profit – and therefore your tax obligation.
How are capital gains taxed when selling a rental property?
Selling rental properties can earn investors immense profits, but may result in significant capital gains tax burdens. There are various methods of reducing capital gains tax, including tax-loss harvesting, using Section 1031 of the tax code, and converting your rental property into your primary place of residence.
What should I consider before selling my rental property?
Before you decide to sell your rental home, you’ll need to consider economic factors, your personal financial situation, maintenance needs, taxes and more. In this article, we’ll answer common questions rental property owners ask themselves before deciding to sell.
What to do with proceeds from sale of rental property?
One popular option for real estate investors is to reinvest the profits generated by the sale of one rental property to fund another acquisition. A 1031 real estate exchange enables you to roll the proceeds of one sale into a similar investment opportunity.
What makes a rental property a good investment?
Cap rate is a calculation used to determine an investment property’s profitability. A high cap rate would happen if you purchased a property for a small amount of money but you rent it for a high price. High cap rate is usually indicative of a good deal. What is considered a good cap rate depends on where you live.