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Costs when selling property in Luxembourg

All the costs to expect when selling your property in Luxembourg: commission, notary, taxes.

Selling a property involves various costs. Here's a complete overview.

1. Agency commission

  • Between 3% and 5% of sale price (+ 17% VAT)
  • Negotiable depending on property value
  • Payable upon signing the notarial deed

2. Notary fees for seller

  • Mortgage release if financed (about 500-1000€)
  • Document fees (a few hundred euros)

3. Capital gains tax

Speculative sale (less than 2 years ownership)

  • Gains taxed at marginal rate

Sale after 2 years ownership

  • Tax rate reduced by half
  • Allowance of 50,000€

Possible exemptions

  • Main residence: exemption if occupied for at least 5 years
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