If I sell my buy-to-let property after 5 years, how much Capital Gains Tax (CGT) should I expect to pay on a £50,000 profit, and are there any reliefs or exemptions for UK landlords?
Quick Answer
For a £50,000 profit on a buy-to-let property, you'd pay £8,424 if a basic rate taxpayer or £11,928 if a higher/additional rate taxpayer, after utilising your annual exempt amount.
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Calculate Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on a £50,000 buy-to-let profit in the UK. Understand rates, allowances, and reliefs for landlords.
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