Nelson Whiting (Single) Purchased a Home in Denver, Colorado for $300,000

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Nelson Whiting (single) purchased a home in Denver, Colorado for $300,000. He moved into the home on July 1 of year 1. He lived in the home as his primary residence until December 1, year 2 when he sold the home for $450,000. Nelson sold the home because he was changing jobs and his new job was in a different state. What amount of gain must Nelson recognize on the home sale in year 2?

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Definitions:

Net Advantage to Leasing

The benefit that arises from leasing an asset rather than purchasing it, considering factors like tax advantages and cash flow.

Tax Rate

The rate at which a person or business is taxed by the state on their earnings or gains.

CCA Rate

Capital Cost Allowance rate, which is the rate at which a business can claim depreciation on certain property types for tax purposes in Canada.

Straight-Line Depreciation

A system for dividing the cost of a solid asset throughout its operational life in equal yearly portions.