How to arrive at the fair market value of a property, and its importance in income tax laws
How to arrive at the fair market value of a property, and its importance in income tax laws We look at the importance of fair market value under the tax laws and how one can arrive at or obtain the fair market value of a property The concept of fair market value is very important under the income tax laws. The buyer, as well as the seller of a property will be impacted, if the sale/purchase consideration as stated in the agreement is lower than the fair market value of the property. Importance of fair market value under the income tax laws Any profit on the sale of a property, is taxed under the income tax laws. The profit is generally arrived at, by deducting the cost of acquisition and cost of improvement, from the sale consideration. If the property is held for more than two years, you are allowed to avail of the benefit of indexation, on the costs. For properties that are acquired by you prior to April 1, 2001, you have the option to take the fair market value of the property as of...