Olivia, single and age 58, sold her home for $485,000 after living there for 10 years. Her selling expenses were $9,000 and her adjusted basis in the home was $200,000. What is the maximum gain that Olivia must report in connection with the sale of her principal residence? a) $26,000 b) $0 c) $285,000 d) $276,000

Olivia, single and age 58, sold her home for $485,000 after living there for 10 years. Her selling expenses were $9,000 and her adjusted basis in the home was $200,000. What is the maximum gain that Olivia must report in connection with the sale of her principal residence? a) $26,000 b) $0 c) $285,000 d) $276,000

SWFT Comprehensive Vol 2020

43rd Edition

ISBN:9780357391723

Author:Maloney

Publisher:Maloney

Chapter13: Property Transact Ions: Determination Of Gain Or Loss, Basis Considerations, And Nontaxable Exchanges

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 11BCRQ

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