54EC Bonds: The Hidden Cost of Dodging Capital Gains Tax—This ‘Safe’ Move Could Cost You Lakhs | Personal Finance News
New Delhi: If you just sold property and want to avoid the 12.5 percent long-term capital gains tax, Section 54EC bonds might look tempting. These government-backed bonds, available from REC, NHAI, PFC, and IRFC, let you invest up to Rs 50 lakh within six months of the sale and get a full exemption on your…