Question

Ross lives in a house he received as a gift from his father. His father had lived in the house for 12 years.

The adjusted basis of the house to his father was $160,000 and the fair market value at the time of the gift was $140,000.

Ross sells this residence after living in it for 18 months for $150,000 and purchases a new home for $125,000. He incurs selling expenses of $7,000.

What is Ross' recognized gain or loss and basis for the new residence?

Answer 1

Ross' recognized gain or loss is $3,000

Ross' basis for the new residence is $125,000

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