Capital Gains Tax Advisory

Capital Gains Tax Advisory for Property Sales in Kenya

We help landowners, property investors, families, businesses, and private company shareholders handle Capital Gains Tax (CGT) in Kenya with confidence. 

Whether you are selling:

  • Agricultural land

  • Residential plots

  • Commercial property

  • Shares in a private company

  • Inherited property

  • Family owned land

  • Property held through a company

Our goal is to provide you with practical tax advice so you can sign, file, or respond to KRA with confidence.


Our Capital Gains Tax Advisory Services include


1. Capital Gains Tax Computation & Tax Review

Before you sell, we calculate:

  • Expected Capital Gains Tax liability

  • Allowable deductions and acquisition costs

  • Impact of legal fees, valuation fees, and property improvement costs

  • Estimated net proceeds after tax

This helps you know exactly what you will keep.


2. Property Transaction Structuring

The way a transaction is structured can significantly affect capital gains tax.

We advise on:

  • Individual vs corporate ownership issues

  • Family owned and inherited property

  • Property held in trusts or partnerships

  • Multiple owner transactions

  • Property development exits


3. Sale Agreement Tax Review

Before signing:

  • We review tax clauses

  • Identify hidden risks

  • Flag potential CGT issues

  • Coordinate with your lawyers and valuers

This makes it easier to prevent tax problems.


4. KRA Support & Representation

If you have received a KRA CGT query, we assist with:

  • CGT filing support

  • CGT exemption applications

  • Responses to KRA queries

  • Tax compliance reviews

  • Audit support and tax defence preparation


Why Do Property Owners Choose ClearTax

1. Specialized Property Transaction Expertise

We understand the unique tax issues affecting landowners and property investors in Kenya.

2. Practical, Commercial Advice

We don't just quote tax law. We explain the tax implications of your transaction in plain English, so you can make informed decisions.

3. Fast Execution

Property deals move quickly. Our team delivers timely tax reviews so your transaction doesn't stall.

4. End-to-End Support

From pre-sale planning to KRA filing and audit defense, we remain by your side throughout the process.


Common Questions We Help Clients Answer

  • How much Capital Gains Tax will I pay?

  • Can I deduct legal fees and property improvement costs?

  • What documents will KRA require?

  • Should I sell personally or through a company?

  • What if the property was inherited?

  • What happens if KRA disputes my valuation?

  • Does my property sale qualify for CGT exemption?


Schedule Virtual CGT Consultation


Speak with a tax advisor before you sell, sign the agreement, or respond to KRA.