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For years, owning more than one residential property in India came with an invisible cost, deemed rent. Even if your second (or third) home lay unoccupied, you were taxed as if you were earning notional rent from it. This outdated rule placed a burden on genuine homeowners and investors alike. But Budget 2025 changes everything.
The finance minister has officially scrapped the Deemed Rent provision, making it easier for individuals and NRIs to invest in multiple homes without being unfairly penalized. Whether you're buying a second home for your family or as an investment, the removal of deemed rent paves the way for smarter, tax-friendly ownership.
Let's break down what this means for you.
What Was Deemed Rent?
Under earlier tax provisions, if you owned more than two houses, the additional properties were treated as 'let out' whether you actually rented them out or not. The government would calculate notional rental income, and you had to pay tax on that imaginary income.
This rule particularly affected:
People with inherited family homes
Investors holding multiple properties for capital appreciation
NRIs who maintain homes in India for occasional use
Even if your second or third property stood empty, the taxman assumed you were earning from it and charged you accordingly.
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