Sec 54 exemption

can I use money deposited in capital gain scheme account for the construction of existing residential House means renovation etc.
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Quick Summary
This discussion clarifies the application of Section 54 of the Income Tax Act regarding capital gains tax exemptions. It addresses whether funds from selling a residential property can be used for constructing a new floor on an existing house. The consensus suggests this is permissible for tax exemption purposes, provided it meets the criteria within the stipulated timeframes.

There is no tax exemption on capital gains spend on renovating house – Here is the reason
As per Section 54 of Income Tax Act, any long term capital gain arising from the sale of a residential property shall be exempt to the extent such capital gain is invested in the purchase of another residential property within one year before ortwo years after the due date of transfer of the property sold or construction of residential house property within a period of three years from the date of transfer/sale of property.
We can construct residential house. is it possible that 1st floor construct on existing house?????
You have to justify your step. it appears to be possible to get 54 advantage
Is it justify that 1st floor constructed
Yes you can
Krishna @ r u sure sir that I can use money for construct 1st floor of existing residential house for getting exemption u/s 54. plz check and conclude. thanku

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