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Proposed CGT reform
1 July 2027. The 50% CGT discount is proposed to be replaced by cost base indexation. This is a proposal, not law.
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CGT valuations: what studio owners should know
A plain English overview for studio owners and their advisers. This section is educational only. It is not tax, legal, financial or valuation advice.
What is a CGT valuation?
A CGT valuation is a market value assessment of an asset prepared for capital gains tax purposes. For a studio owner that asset may be the business itself, its goodwill and equipment, or a property interest. It can be used to establish a cost base, support a tax return position, or document value at a specific point in time.
When might one be useful?
A valuation may help when transferring a studio between entities, restructuring ownership, estate planning, family law matters, SMSF compliance, or establishing a value on a specific date for a future CGT calculation. Whether you need one depends on final legislation, your asset type, ownership structure and eventual disposal. Speak with your accountant or tax adviser before deciding.
Business valuations versus property valuations
A studio business valuation covers the operating business, including goodwill, equipment, membership base and any entity interests such as private company shares or trust interests. These are typically prepared by chartered accountants or corporate finance specialists holding formal business valuation credentials. If you also own the premises, a property valuation is a separate report, generally prepared by a Certified Practising Valuer using inspection and comparable sales evidence.
What records should a studio owner keep?
Useful records may include purchase contracts, fit out and equipment invoices, lease documents, financial statements, membership and class revenue history, share registers, trust deeds and any prior valuation reports. Your tax adviser can confirm what is relevant to your situation.
Who can perform business valuations?
Business valuations are typically prepared by chartered accountants holding a Business Valuation Specialist credential, or by corporate finance and forensic accounting practices. Property valuations are generally performed by qualified property valuers (CPV, AAPI or FAPI). Membership of a recognised professional body is a useful baseline.
Questions to ask before ordering one
Confirm the purpose of the report, whether the valuer is independent, the standards the report will be prepared to, the assumptions and limitations, whether an inspection is required, the turnaround, and the fee.
Important disclaimer
This page is educational only. It is not tax, legal, financial or valuation advice. Speak with your accountant or tax adviser before making any decision.
Finding Pilates connects you with qualified independent professionals. It does not value your studio and it does not advise you.
The 1 July 2027 change described above is a proposal. It is not law, and the outcome may change.