* Are you aware of the Capital Gains Tax liabilities that could be imposed on your investments? * Have you taken Capital Gains Tax into consideration when planning the acquisition or disposal of assets? * Do you know about exemptions that may be available to you, or what a CGT event is? Uninformed investors may end up paying large amounts of money to the government. This could be avoided through careful planning. In this book, author James W. Coghlan shows you how to plan your affairs to ensure you pay only the amount of Capital Gains Tax required, and not a cent more. From shareholders to property investors to home owners to small business owners, everybody should be aware of the implications of Capital Gains Tax. In this comprehensive guide, the author discusses: * What types of assets are subject to Capital Gains Tax * How to keep accurate records, which are vital for the assessment of Capital Gains Tax * What types of losses can be offset against capital gains * What to do in the case of death, divorce or retirement * The many exemptions available * When to seek professional advice. The key for asset-owners to ensure they pay the least amount of tax is planning, and the best time to start planning is now. Unprepared asset-owners could find themselves caught out if they think they don't need to worry about Capital Gains Tax until it comes time to dispose of an asset. Contents include: * The History of Capital Gains Tax *Capital Gains Explained * Capital Losses Explained * CGT Events *Acquisition of an Asset * Disposal of an Asset * How a Capital Gain is Taxed * Assets Subject to Capital Gains Tax * Assets Exempt from Capital Gains Tax * Areas of Concern Related to CGT Liabilities * Record-Keeping * Inflation and the Consumer Price Index * Some Strategies to Consider * CGT Workpage Register and Index