Samuel's home was destroyed by a tornado. He had purchased the home 20 months ago for $875,000. He received $1,250,000 from his insurance company to replace the home. If he fails to rebuild the home or acquire a replacement home in the required time, how much gain must he recognize on this conversion?

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Samuel's home was destroyed by a tornado. He had
purchased the home 20 months ago for $875,000. He
received $1,250,000 from his insurance company to replace
the home. If he fails to rebuild the home or acquire a
replacement home in the required time, how much gain must
he recognize on this conversion?
Transcribed Image Text:Samuel's home was destroyed by a tornado. He had purchased the home 20 months ago for $875,000. He received $1,250,000 from his insurance company to replace the home. If he fails to rebuild the home or acquire a replacement home in the required time, how much gain must he recognize on this conversion?
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