Matt, Who Is Single, Sells His Principal Residence, Which He

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Matt, who is single, sells his principal residence, which he has owned and occupied for 5 years, for $435,000. The adjusted basis is $140,000 and the selling expenses are $20,000. Three days after the sale he purchases another residence for $385,000. Matt's recognized gain is $25,000 and his basis for the new residence is $385,000.

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Shame and Doubt

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