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Originally Posted by fraser
Is it a strong $ or a weak £
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Originally Posted by renth
Bit of each I reckon. It's caused me to take my house off the market in the UK despite having buyers.
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Originally Posted by fraser
Yeah I can see why you did, looks like mine will be staying in the account here until it rises ![Roll Eyes](https://britishexpats.com/forum/images/smilies/rolleyes.gif)
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Originally Posted by renth
I considered that, but do you realise you are liable for the capital gain?
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Originally Posted by fraser
Not for a while as I'm still in the UK, am I not allowed to bring it over tax free before a set time.
Best thing is to have a good look at the ATO site, or even ring them up. They are very helpful.
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Originally Posted by renth
Ahh, don't know mate. But if you left it in the UK, moved to Aus and the exchange rate went in your favour you might have to. You might be OK if you brought it over within 6 months - don't know if it applies to cash as well as pensions etc...
Best thing is to have a good look at the ATO site, or even ring them up. They are very helpful.
Best thing is to have a good look at the ATO site, or even ring them up. They are very helpful.
I'll not be over for a couple of months anyway, and as we know trends can change overnight.
Here's hoping
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Originally Posted by renth
Ahh, don't know mate. But if you left it in the UK, moved to Aus and the exchange rate went in your favour you might have to. You might be OK if you brought it over within 6 months - don't know if it applies to cash as well as pensions etc...
Best thing is to have a good look at the ATO site, or even ring them up. They are very helpful.
Best thing is to have a good look at the ATO site, or even ring them up. They are very helpful.
Very frustrating!
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Originally Posted by renth
Bit of each I reckon. It's caused me to take my house off the market in the UK despite having buyers.
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Originally Posted by kelli28
are you liable for capital gains when you exchange the money from your house?
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Originally Posted by fraser
No your not I think you're allowed a one off payment.
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Originally Posted by kelli28
i meant with it being rented out for a while once the six months is up
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Originally Posted by kelli28
i meant with it being rented out for a while once the six months is up
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Originally Posted by renth
You have to declare the rent as income.
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Originally Posted by kelli28
are you liable for capital gains when you exchange the money from your house?
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