Tools in This Collection
Australia Stamp Duty Calculator
Calculate Australian stamp duty for NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, ACT, and NT by property value
Australia Negative Gearing Calculator
Calculate negative gearing tax benefit for Australian investment properties with cash flow analysis
Canada Land Transfer Tax Calculator
Calculate Canadian land transfer tax by province including Ontario, BC, and Toronto municipal tax
Short-Term Rental Tax Calculator
Estimate Airbnb and VRBO tax obligations with the 14-day rule and Schedule E vs C comparison
1031 Exchange Timeline Calculator
Calculate 1031 exchange deadlines for the 45-day identification period and 180-day closing window
Guides & Articles
International and Tax Real Estate Workflow
Real estate transactions in different countries and jurisdictions carry significantly different tax treatment. Whether you're a US investor deferring capital gains through a 1031 exchange, an Australian buyer calculating stamp duty, or a short-term rental host managing tax obligations, the tools in this cluster handle the jurisdiction-specific calculations.
US Investors: 1031 Exchange for Capital Gains Deferral
The 1031 exchange (Section 1031 of the IRC) allows investors to defer capital gains tax on the sale of investment property by reinvesting proceeds into a like-kind replacement property. The exchange has strict timing requirements: the replacement property must be identified within 45 days of sale, and the exchange must close within 180 days. Missing either deadline destroys the tax deferral. The 1031 Exchange Timeline Calculator tracks both deadlines from your specific sale date.
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) create their own tax complications. The 14-day rule determines whether you can deduct rental expenses: if you use the property personally for more than 14 days (or 10% of rental days), rental expense deductions are limited. The Short-Term Rental Tax Calculator estimates your net taxable income and determines whether Schedule E (passive) or Schedule C (active business) reporting applies to your situation.
Australian Buyers: Stamp Duty
Stamp duty (transfer duty) is a state-level tax paid by buyers on property purchases in Australia. Rates vary significantly by state: NSW uses a progressive scale reaching 5.5% on amounts over $3M; VIC uses different thresholds; QLD has recently introduced a different structure. Foreign buyers pay an additional surcharge (8-9% in most states). The Australia Stamp Duty Calculator handles all states and shows the itemized calculation.
Canadian Buyers: Land Transfer Tax
Most Canadian provinces impose a land transfer tax on home purchases. Ontario has both a provincial LTT and a Toronto municipal LTT for buyers in Toronto. BC, Quebec, and Manitoba have their own structures. Alberta and Saskatchewan have no provincial LTT. The Canada Land Transfer Tax Calculator covers all provinces and shows first-time buyer rebates where applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 1031 exchange and how does it work?
A 1031 exchange allows investors to defer capital gains tax when selling investment property by reinvesting the proceeds into a like-kind replacement property. The key rules: (1) both properties must be investment or business property (not primary residence), (2) the replacement property must be identified within 45 days of the sale, (3) the exchange must close within 180 days, (4) proceeds must go through a qualified intermediary — you can never personally receive the funds.
How much is stamp duty in Australia?
Stamp duty varies by state and property value. In NSW on a $750,000 property, stamp duty is approximately $28,835. In VIC on the same property, approximately $40,070. Foreign buyers pay an additional 8-9% surcharge in most states. The Australia Stamp Duty Calculator shows the exact calculation for all eight states and territories.
What is negative gearing in Australian real estate?
Negative gearing occurs when a rental property's deductible expenses (mortgage interest, depreciation, maintenance, management fees) exceed the rental income, creating a net rental loss. Under Australian tax law, this loss can be used to offset other income (salary, investment income), reducing total tax paid. The tax benefit depends on the landlord's marginal tax rate — higher rates benefit more.
Do short-term rental hosts need to pay tax on Airbnb income?
Yes. Airbnb and VRBO income is taxable rental income. The 14-day rule determines expense deductibility: if personal use is 14 days or less (or under 10% of rented days), full expense deduction is allowed. Above that threshold, deductions are prorated. Airbnb issues 1099-K forms for hosts over $600 in annual earnings, and the income must be reported even below that threshold.
How much is land transfer tax in Ontario?
Ontario provincial land transfer tax on a $700,000 home purchase is approximately $10,475. If buying in Toronto, add the Toronto Municipal Land Transfer Tax of approximately $9,975 — total LTT for Toronto buyers is roughly $20,450 on a $700K home. First-time buyers receive a provincial rebate of up to $4,000 and a Toronto municipal rebate of up to $4,475. The Canada Land Transfer Tax Calculator shows the full itemized breakdown including rebates.