Service Tax on Real Estate Agent for Property Transactions: CESTAT

Sree Annapoorna Gowrishankar Estates And Constructions Private Limited Vs Commissioner of Central Excise and Service Tax (CESTAT Chennai) Service Tax Leviable on Real Estate Agent if it acted as a middleman/ agent in the purchase and sale of immovable property and the amount received is consideration for such services. Introduction: In a notable legal case before the CESTAT Chennai, Sree Annapoorna Gowrishankar Estates And Constructions Private Limited were challenged by the Commissioner of Central Excise and Service Tax. The issue at hand revolves around the service tax levied on the appella...