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Edited version of private advice

Authorisation Number: 1051731846391

Date of advice: 12 August 2020

Ruling

Subject: Deceased estate - Commissioner's discretion

Question

Will the Commissioner allow an extension of time to XX/XX/XXXX for you to dispose of your ownership interest in the dwelling and disregard the capital gain you make on the disposal?

Answer

Yes. Having considered your circumstances and the relevant factors, the Commissioner will allow an extension of time.

This ruling applies for the following period:

Year ended 30 June 20XX

The scheme commences on:

1 July 20XX

Relevant facts and circumstances

The deceased passed away on XX/XX/XXXX.

The deceased's will left his main residence to his spouse.

A family provision application was filed on behalf of the deceased's children on XX/XX/XXXX. Final orders were not handed down until XX/XX/XXXX.

The property was sold on XX/XX/XXXX.

Relevant legislative provisions

Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 section 118-195