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Property Selling Costs Calculator

Calculate all expenses involved in selling your property in the Philippines. Know your net proceeds before you list.

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The price you intend to sell the property for

Look up your zonal value here

Note: Taxes are calculated based on the higher of selling price or zonal value (currently ₱5,000,000)

Cost Breakdown
Capital Gains Tax (6%)₱300,000
Documentary Stamp Tax (1.5%)₱75,000
Transfer Tax (0.75%)₱37,500
Registration Fees (0.25%)₱12,500
Notarial Fees (2%)₱100,000
Broker Commission (5%)₱250,000
Total Costs₱775,000
Net Proceeds₱4,225,000

* These are estimates. Actual costs may vary based on location and specific circumstances.

Understanding Each Cost

6.0%

Capital Gains Tax (CGT)

6% of selling price or zonal value (whichever is higher)

1.5%

Documentary Stamp Tax (DST)

1.5% of selling price or zonal value

0.8%

Transfer Tax

0.5% to 0.75% depending on location (avg 0.75%)

0.3%

Registration Fees

Approximately 0.25% of property value

2.0%

Notarial Fees

Around 1-2% of selling price

5.0%

Broker Commission

Standard 3-5% if using a broker

Who Pays What?

Seller Pays:

  • • Capital Gains Tax (6%)
  • • Documentary Stamp Tax (1.5%)
  • • Broker Commission (if applicable)
  • • Notarial Fees (usually split)

Buyer Pays:

  • • Transfer Tax
  • • Registration Fees
  • • Title Insurance (optional)
  • • Notarial Fees (usually split)

Note: These are standard practices but can be negotiated between buyer and seller.

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