This discussion clarifies the tax implications of a house property transfer when an advance payment is made. The year of transfer is determined by when possession is given, not when the advance was paid. It also addresses the deduction of TDS on advances under Section 194 IA, explaining that while TDS should be deducted on the advance, the seller can carry it forward to the next financial year when the actual transfer occurs. The process for bringing forward TDS credits to the next financial year via the 'Schedule TDS2' of the Income Tax Return (ITR) is also outlined.
23 January 2023
1. If possession given in April 2023, then that will be transfer event. 2. TDS should be deducted even for advance, but seller can carry forward it in next FY when actual transfer takes place.