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The Federal Tax Code allows married taxpayers to exclude from capital gains taxes up to $500,000 in profits from selling a home (singles can exclude $250,000). In order to qualify for this exemption, you must prove that that the home has been your principal residence for at least two out of the last five years. The establishment of the home as a principal residence depends on the facts of each homeowner's circumstance. Here are two cases to consider.
Homeowner A has lived at 25 Pine Drive for 12 years. Although he stays at his vacation cottage in another town for up to three months out of each year (sometimes more), 25 Pine Drive is his principal residence, where he lives most of the time. When he sells the home, Homeowner A (filing as a single individual) can keep up to $250,000 in tax-free profit.
Homeowner B buys 108 Maple Street, intending to live there. He rents it out while waiting to sell his current home, where he has lived for six years. His principal residence sells at the end of two years. Homeowner B moves into his new house, lives there for three months, and then decides to travel. After a six-month trip, he regrets buying 108 Maple Street and sells it. Even though he has owned the house on Maple Street for over two years, it won't qualify as "owner-occupied", because he only lived in it for a few months. Thus Homeowner B is not eligible to claim the tax exemption when he sells the house on Maple Street.
Consult your tax advisor for advice about your particular circumstance.
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Lynn Garafola, GRI, CRS, CLHMS, is a seasoned real estate veteran who has successfully closed more than $125 million in transactions and won numerous industry awards and accolades. Lynn has enjoyed helping over 400 families make moves in and out of Northern New Jersey over her 15 year career. Lynn is known for being a tireless advocate for her clients. When you are looking to buy, she takes the time to explore who you are and what you want, helping you discover what you need, what you like and what fits your budget. And then gets you into that home. When its time to sell, you can count on her guidance on preparing your home for sale and pricing it right. And then she takes over and markets it aggressively to get it sold for you. Not only is she very knowledgeable about the housing market in New Jersey, she is very personable and professional and stays in touch after the sale. You can count on Lynn to take care of ALL of your real estate needs. Call or email Lynn@MyNestBuilder.com today for an appointment with your real estate needs.
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