Can I sell my investment property while it is still tenanted?

Yes. NSW law permits the sale of a tenanted property, subject to requirements around inspection notice and tenant rights during the campaign. Tenants must be given a minimum of two days' notice before each inspection, and inspections are limited in frequency. The practical experience of managing a tenanted campaign — particularly with uncooperative tenants — can be challenging. Vacant possession campaigns are usually simpler and often achieve better results in inner-Sydney markets.

How much capital gains tax will I pay on the sale of my inner-Sydney investment property?

This depends on your individual tax circumstances, ownership structure, purchase price and date, total capital gain, any depreciation schedules, whether you ever lived in the property, and your total income in the year of exchange. Individual investors holding for more than 12 months receive a 50% CGT discount. The precise figure requires calculation by a qualified tax adviser — not a real estate agent.

Should I do a major renovation before selling my investment property?

A targeted cosmetic renovation — paint, floor restoration, minor kitchen and bathroom refresh — typically returns a strong multiple of its cost in premium inner-city markets. A major structural renovation is harder to justify pre-sale unless the property is genuinely uninhabitable. The sweet spot is investment that makes the property present at its best without overcapitalising relative to the likely sale price uplift.

What is the current agent commission for selling an investment property in inner Sydney?

Agent commission for inner-Sydney property sales typically ranges from 1.5–2.5% of the sale price. On a $2 million property, this range represents $30,000–$50,000. The difference in outcome between an average agent and an excellent one in an inner-Sydney auction campaign routinely exceeds the full commission of the better agent.

How far in advance should I start planning my investment property exit?

Three to six months is the recommended planning horizon. This allows time for tax advice, tenancy notice service, property preparation, agent selection, and campaign launch without any element being rushed. Rushed sales — driven by financial pressure or time constraints — consistently produce suboptimal outcomes in inner-Sydney premium property markets.

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