Hi
I have 2 properties, one in my name, one in my wifes name.
We are buying another property via home loan, which is under construction and deemed to be completed in 2016 dec. I have 3 queries as per this.
Query 1
As far i have read on CA club india, unoccupied property will attract income tax as deemed rented out. However if interest component is higher than rent income, then no income tax is to be paid. Please tell if my understanding is correct.
Query 2
If the interest component is 6 lakhs and rent income is 1.8 lakhs, then can i set off the remaining 4.2 lakhs against my other income? if yes, then under which section and what kind of income head. Can i set off Capital gains from my investments/ stock trading profits against this interest.
Query 3
Please take note that property is under construction, hence no rent income can be shown untill completion, but can interest paid untill completion be claimed/set off?