15/07/2026
Do You Have to Pay Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) When Selling an Inherited Property? 🏡
Many people assume:
❌ "Inherited properties are always exempt from RPGT."
The truth is, not necessarily.
Whether RPGT is payable depends on the specific facts of your case, including:
✅ When did the deceased originally acquire the property?
✅ Has the estate administration been completed and the property transferred to the beneficiary?
✅ Are you signing the Sale and Purchase Agreement as the Executor or as the Beneficiary?
✅ Has the estate obtained a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration?
A slight difference in the facts can lead to a completely different tax outcome.
Before selling an inherited property, it is advisable to seek legal advice to determine:
✔ Whether RPGT is applicable;
✔ Whether the estate administration has been properly completed; and
✔ How to avoid unnecessary tax liabilities and legal complications.
📞 If you are planning to sell an inherited property or require advice on estate administration, probate, or property transactions, feel free to contact us.
We will be happy to provide you with professional legal advice.
