Capital Gains Tax Valuation
A RICS Red Book valuation prepared specifically for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) purposes — providing HMRC with a professional, independent assessment of your property's market value at the relevant date.
Whether you need the valuation at the date of acquisition, at 31 March 1982 (for properties owned before that date), or at the date of disposal — our RICS Registered Valuers produce a fully compliant report that stands up to HMRC scrutiny.
CGT Valuation Report
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What Is a Capital Gains Tax Valuation?
A Capital Gains Tax (CGT) valuation is a RICS Red Book valuation that determines the market value of a residential property at a specific date — typically the date of acquisition or disposal — for the purpose of calculating any Capital Gains Tax liability. It is prepared by an independent RICS Registered Valuer and provides the robust, professional evidence that HMRC expects when you dispose of a property that is not your main residence.
What It Covers
- A market value for the property at the required valuation date
- Valuation at the date of acquisition (or 31 March 1982 rebasing date)
- Valuation at the date of disposal where the sale was not at arm's length
- Detailed comparable sales evidence supporting the valuation figure
- Property description and condition summary
- Market commentary and analysis of local property trends
- Professional opinion of value signed by an RICS Registered Valuer
What It Does Not Cover
- Tax advice or calculation of your CGT liability (consult your accountant)
- A structural survey or building condition inspection
- Advice on whether CGT is actually payable on your disposal
- Valuations for non-residential or commercial property
- Legal advice on CGT reliefs or exemptions
Is a CGT Valuation Right for You?
A Capital Gains Tax valuation is typically required when you sell or transfer a residential property that has not always been your main residence.
Suitable For
- Disposal of a second home or investment property
- Transfer of property into a limited company
- Sale of a property that was not always your main residence
- Calculating the base cost for CGT purposes
Not Suitable For
- Properties that have always been your main residence (typically no CGT due)
Not sure whether you need a CGT valuation? Speak to a surveyor for free, no-obligation advice.
What Makes Our CGT Valuation Different
Every Capital Gains Tax valuation we produce is prepared with the care, rigour and professionalism you need when dealing with HMRC.
RICS Red Book Compliant
Prepared in strict accordance with the RICS Valuation — Global Standards (the Red Book), the definitive professional standard for valuations accepted by HMRC, courts and lenders.
Current or Retrospective Valuation
We value the property at any date you need — date of acquisition, 31 March 1982 rebasing date, date of disposal, or the date a property ceased to be your main residence.
Detailed Comparable Evidence
Every valuation is supported by robust market evidence — we research and analyse comparable sales, market trends and local property data to produce a defensible figure.
RICS Registered Valuer
Your valuation is personally prepared and signed by an RICS Registered Valuer — a chartered surveyor with specific valuation expertise and professional indemnity insurance.
All Residential Property Types
We value houses, flats, bungalows, maisonettes and apartments — freehold and leasehold — across all seven counties of our coverage area.
How Our CGT Valuation Works
From enquiry to report — a straightforward, professional process.
Get a Quote
Tell us about the property and the valuation date(s) you need. We respond within 24 hours with a fixed-price quote.
Book Appointment
We arrange a convenient time to inspect the property — internally and externally — to assess its condition and key features.
Valuer Inspects
An RICS Registered Valuer visits the property, takes detailed notes and photographs, and researches comparable sales evidence.
Receive Report
Your Red Book valuation report is delivered by email within 5–7 working days — ready to submit to HMRC or share with your accountant.
Capital Gains Tax Valuation Questions
When do I need a CGT valuation?
You may need a Capital Gains Tax valuation when you sell or transfer a property that is not your main residence — such as a second home, a buy-to-let investment or a property you inherited and later sold. The valuation establishes the market value at the date of acquisition (or at 31 March 1982 for properties owned before that date) and at the date of disposal, allowing the taxable gain to be calculated correctly. HMRC may accept an estate agent's appraisal for straightforward cases, but a RICS Red Book valuation carries far more weight and provides evidence if HMRC enquires into your return.
Can I use the sale price for my CGT calculation?
For the disposal value, the actual sale price is usually accepted. However, you may need a valuation for: (1) the acquisition value if you inherited the property or acquired it before March 1982, (2) a transfer to a connected party at below market value, or (3) establishing the property's value at a specific date when it changed from main residence to rented (or vice versa).
What is the difference between a CGT valuation and a market appraisal?
An estate agent's market appraisal is an informal opinion of value, often prepared to win your instruction to sell. It carries no professional weight and HMRC is entitled to challenge it. A RICS Red Book valuation is a formal, professional valuation produced by an RICS Registered Valuer acting independently, following strict professional standards, and supported by documentary evidence. It is the gold standard that HMRC, courts and lenders rely upon.
What is the 31 March 1982 rebasing date?
For properties owned before 31 March 1982, Capital Gains Tax is calculated using the property's market value on that date as the base cost — not the original purchase price. This is known as rebasing. If you have owned a property since before March 1982, you will need a retrospective valuation of its market value as at 31 March 1982 to calculate your CGT liability correctly. Our RICS Registered Valuers have the expertise and historical market knowledge to produce robust retrospective valuations.
How much does a CGT valuation cost?
The cost of a Capital Gains Tax valuation depends on the property type, size, location and the number of valuation dates required. We provide a fixed-price quote within 24 hours of your enquiry — the price we quote is the price you pay, with no hidden extras and no VAT added to our fees. We cover all seven counties: Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire, Greater London and Oxfordshire.
How long does the valuation report take?
We aim to inspect the property within 5–10 working days of your instruction. Once the inspection is complete, the valuation report is delivered by email within 5–7 working days. If you need the report urgently — for example, to meet a tax filing deadline — let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your timescale.
Get a Fixed-Price CGT Valuation Quote
Free, no-obligation quote within 24 hours. RICS Red Book compliant report prepared by an RICS Registered Valuer.