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Edited version of private advice

Authorisation Number: 1051968172775

Date of advice: 8 April 2022

Ruling

Subject: Commissioner's discretion - deceased estate

Question

Will the Commissioner allow an extension of time for you to dispose of your ownership interest in the dwelling and disregard the capital gain or loss you made on the disposal?

Answer

Yes.

Having considered your circumstances and the relevant factors the Commissioner will allow an extension of time. Further information about the Commissioner's discretion can be found by searching 'QC 66057' on ato.gov.au

This ruling applies for the following period:

30 June 20XX

The scheme commences on:

1 July 20XX

Relevant facts and circumstances

The deceased passed away on XX/XX/20XX.

The deceased acquired the dwelling prior to 20 September 1985.

The size of the land adjacent to the dwelling is less than two hectares.

The sale of the dwelling was delayed due to factors outside of your control.

The dwelling was listed for sale on XX/XX/20XX with a contract of sale signed on XX/XX/20XX.

Settlement occurred on XX/XX/20XX.

Relevant legislative provisions

Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 subsection 118-195(1)