Bought Property at Lower Price Due to Legal Issues? Stamp Duty Value Can’t Be Applied Blindly

ITAT Mumbai rules that Section 56(2)(x) additions cannot be made without DVO valuation when stamp duty value is disputed due to title defects or encroachments.

Income Tax Tribunal Mumbai: Booking Date Matters for Stamp Duty Valuation, Even Without Registered Agreement

In a major relief for homebuyers, ITAT Mumbai has ruled that stamp duty valuation for tax purposes must be taken from the booking date—even if the allotment letter is unregistered—protecting buyers from unfair tax demands caused by builder delays.