Is capital gains tax payable on selling the Resort Home?
Answer
If the sale price of the Resort Home is more than the original purchase price, capital gains tax will be payable. At present in Canada, this would equate to approx. 25% of the total gain. Involved costs (e. g. mortgage interest costs, sales costs) are deductible. A system of a 25% withholding tax will be made of the sale price by the Revenue Canada whilst they assess the capital gain. This is generally held back for a period of ca. 30-60 days.


