Land tax in ACT

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  1. Jacko

    Jacko Well-Known Member

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    Hi guys,

    This has probably been asked but are properties owned by trusts or companies taxed at the same rates as individuals?

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    Paul@PAS Tax, Accounting + SMSF + All things Property Tax Business Plus Member

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    ACT Land tax is not like other states. Each property is assessed...and the owner handed the bill. It more like council rates in other states and is paid each quarter. Its different as all land in the ACT is leased and not owned. There are two elements which impact the sum due.

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    Thanks Paul. I note in other states Land tax is charged at a higher rate if the property is under a trust. Just to confirm then, in ACT this is irrelevant and there is no surcharge?
     
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    You can read all about it in the link above
     
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    Cheers Paul
     
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