Mohammed purchased a house for $150.000 and spent $50.000 to renovate it. He lived in the house for ten years and can sell it today for $500.000. On what amount will he be required to pay taxes by US law?

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Mohammed purchased a house for $150.000 and spent
$50.000 to renovate it. He lived in the house for ten years
and can sell it today for $500.000. On what amount will he
be required to pay taxes by US law?
Transcribed Image Text:Mohammed purchased a house for $150.000 and spent $50.000 to renovate it. He lived in the house for ten years and can sell it today for $500.000. On what amount will he be required to pay taxes by US law?
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