John Johnson, single, sold his home that he had owned for 20 years for $650,000. He purchased

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John Johnson, single, sold his home that he had owned for 20 years for $650,000. He purchased it for $125,000 and made $50,000 of capital improvements on the home during his time of ownership.

a. How much gain is excluded? How much is recognized?

b. If John purchased another home for $425,000, how much is excluded and recognized?

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CCH Federal Taxation Basic Principles 2020

ISBN: 9780808051787

2020 Edition

Authors: Ephraim P. Smith, Philip J. Harmelink, James R. Hasselback

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