A notional return is an assumed yield the tax rules apply to wealth categories in Box 3, instead of measuring every actual gain for the provisional method.

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What is a notional return in Box 3?

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A notional return is an assumed yield the tax rules apply to wealth categories in Box 3, instead of measuring every actual gain for the provisional method.

Dutch term: forfaitair rendement

Provisional and final percentages can differ by year and asset class. Our Box 3 tool follows the published provisional method for the stated year.

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What is Notional return in simple terms?

A notional return is an assumed yield the tax rules apply to wealth categories in Box 3, instead of measuring every actual gain for the provisional method.

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