How much is the inheritance tax on real estate: hot spot analysis and structured data on the entire network in the past 10 days
Recently, the issue of property inheritance tax has once again become the focus of public discussion. With the increase in inheritance cases and relevant policy adjustments, many families are full of questions about the tax calculation and exemption conditions for inherited properties. This article combines hot topics and authoritative data from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the specific rules of real estate inheritance tax and provide structured data reference.
1. Basic concepts of real estate inheritance tax

Real estate inheritance tax is not an independent tax, but involvesDeed tax, personal income tax, value-added taxThe comprehensive cost of multiple taxes and so on. According to the "Succession Law of the People's Republic of China" and tax policies, property inherited by immediate family members is usually exempt from personal income tax, but other fees such as deed tax are required.
2. The latest policy on real estate inheritance tax in 2024
The following are the current main tax rates for property inheritance (as of June 2024):
| taxes | Tax rates/fees | Conditions for exemption |
|---|---|---|
| Deed tax | 3%-5% (based on appraised price) | Legal heirs (spouse, children, parents) are exempt from tax |
| personal income tax | 20% (non-immediate relatives) | Immediate family inheritance exemption |
| VAT | 5.6% (if the property is less than 2 years old) | Inherited properties are usually exempt |
| Notary fees | 0.1%-0.3% (based on appraised price) | No exemption |
3. The hot topic on the Internet: Comparison of inheritance tax cases
In the past 10 days, the following two types of cases have triggered widespread discussion:
1.Immediate family inheritance: In a case in Beijing, children who inherited their parents’ real estate only had to pay a 0.1% notary fee, and the deed tax was exempted, and the total cost was less than 10,000 yuan.
2.Gifts from non-immediate relatives: A case in Shanghai shows that the transfer of real estate between an uncle and his nephew is subject to 20% personal income tax and 5% deed tax, and the total cost is as high as 25% of the assessed value.
4. How to reduce the cost of property inheritance tax?
1.Plan ahead: Clarify the legal heir through a will to avoid disputes leading to additional taxes.
2.Take advantage of the exemption policy: Inheritance by immediate family members can save 20% personal income tax.
3.Regional differences: Some areas have special discounts for rural homestead inheritance, so you need to consult the local tax department.
5. Answers to hot questions
Q: How to calculate tax on the resale of inherited property?
A: If it meets the conditions of being "the only one for five years" (it has been held for more than five years and is the family's only home), personal income tax is exempted; otherwise, it will be levied at 20% of the difference or 1% of the total amount.
Q: Is it tax-free for brothers and sisters to inherit property?
A: Brothers and sisters are not immediate relatives and need to pay deed tax (3%-5%) and personal income tax (20%).
Conclusion
Real estate inheritance tax is complex and changeable due to differences in family relationships, property attributes and regional policies. It is recommended to verify the latest policies through professional institutions or tax authorities before handling inheritance to ensure compliance and maximize cost savings.
(Note: The data in this article are based on information released by the State Administration of Taxation, local housing and construction bureaus and authoritative financial media in the past 10 days.)
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