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March 30, 2026
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adjusted cost basis

  • March 30, 2026
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We inherited a home and made improvements prior to selling. How do I add the costs of the improvements to adjust the cost basis?

    Best answer by Mike9241

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    when you enter its tax basis,  it will be the FMV on the date of death + the cost of subsequent improvements. There's no requirement to split these out, so you can enter as a single number.  Is there something that is preventing you from doing this, is so please advise. 

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    Mike9241Level 15Answer
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    March 31, 2026

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    when you enter its tax basis,  it will be the FMV on the date of death + the cost of subsequent improvements. There's no requirement to split these out, so you can enter as a single number.  Is there something that is preventing you from doing this, is so please advise.