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Capital Gains Tax

I own a property which I have rented out for a few years It is my only property but I have been renting a room to live in for a couple of years whilst renting my house out. I lived in my house for a few months after originally buying it but not since.
I now wish to sell my house and buy another for my sole occupation. My question is, would I have to pay CGT on the sale or is there a minimum period which I would need to live in my house to avoid paying it.

Comments

  • I think you should be exempt.
    This should cheer you up until some one else comes along and points out why I am wrong.


    Your "first home" is exempt.
    ...............................I have put my clock back....... Kcolc ym
  • johnllew
    johnllew Posts: 1,928 Forumite
    My question is, would I have to pay CGT on the sale.
    It depends. This type of question has been considered several times here before. Do a search and you'll probably find your answer, but you could start here.
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