Worried about selling property in Australia while you’re living overseas? Confused about how Capital Gains Tax (CGT) really works for expats?

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In Episode 1 of our Expat Education Series, Aussie Expat Home Loans founder Tim Raes sits down with Tristan Perry (Managing Director, Tax & Accounting RP Private) to break down exactly how capital gains tax applies when you’re an Australian non-resident for tax purposes.

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We explain:

✅ The real differences between resident and non-resident CGT rules

✅ Why you lose the 50% CGT discount while offshore

✅ How the Principal Place of Residence (PPR) exemption works (and when you lose it)

✅ The 6-year absence rule explained clearly

✅ Common mistakes expats make with valuations and timing

✅ How owning an investment property offshore affects your CGT discount when you return

✅ The scary reality of non-resident tax rates

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Whether you're planning to sell your Aussie home, buy a future family home while offshore, or just want to avoid an unexpected tax bill, this episode is packed with practical detail in plain English.

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📌 Key takeaway: When you live overseas, the ATO wants as much tax as possible. But with good planning and advice, you can minimize surprises when you sell.

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🌏 Need help planning your next property move?

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